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About Ambururu

Preserving Nature Celebrating Culture Empowering

Ambururu Waterfall Conservancy in Siaya, Kenya, preserves Yala Valley's majestic waterfalls and invites you to explore its local culture through conservation, heritage, and sustainable tourism.

Sustainable Cultural Transparent
5000+
Trees planted
1250+
CO₂ Tons Offset
200+
Jobs Created
5+
Active Initiatives
Overview

One-minute summary

What Ambururu does, how we do it, and why it matters.

Preserving Yala Valley's Heritage

Ambururu Waterfall Conservancy is dedicated to protecting the stunning waterfalls of Yala Valley in Siaya, Kenya, while celebrating Luo heritage and empowering local communities through sustainable conservation.

Our approach focuses on reforestation, wildlife protection, and cultural preservation, creating meaningful impact for nature and people.

Eco-friendly conservation
Community empowerment
Cultural heritage protection
Sustainable tourism

What we do

Preserve waterfalls, restore ecosystems, celebrate culture.

How we do it

Community-led initiatives, sustainable practices, transparent reporting.

Why it matters

Protecting biodiversity and cultural legacy for future generations.

Background

Our Journey

From ancient Luo roots to modern conservation.

The challenge we address

Deforestation, pollution, and cultural erosion threaten Yala Valley's unique ecosystem and Luo heritage.

Our approach

Community-led conservation combining environmental protection with cultural preservation and sustainable tourism.

1900

Luo settlement in Yala Valley, forging deep bonds with the land.

1970

Justice Ombwayo discovers the falls' value.

2020

Conservancy founded, uniting nature and heritage.

People

Meet the team

Dedicated experts driving our mission.

Bruce Amalemba
Data Scientist | Developer

Bruce Amalemba

Handles data analysis and technical development.

Ernest Charles Omusula
Data Analyst | Manager

Ernest Charles Omusula

Manages data operations and analysis.

Team portfolios

Bruce Amalemba  •  Ernest Charles Omusula

Collaboration

Partners

Collaborating for sustainable conservation.

What partnership means

Collaborative efforts in conservation and community development.

How we list partners

With consent, highlighting shared achievements.

AWC
Conservation
DSSMU
Society
BwB
Tech

Partner with Ambururu

Join us in preserving Yala Valley's natural and cultural heritage.

Purpose

Mission & Vision

Our commitment to nature and culture.

Mission

To preserve Ambururu Waterfalls and Yala Valley while empowering communities through sustainable conservation.

Vision

A thriving sanctuary where nature and Luo heritage coexist for generations.

01

Sustainability

Eco-friendly practices in all operations.

02

Community Focus

Empowering local stakeholders.

03

Cultural Preservation

Honoring Luo traditions.

Approach

How we work

Our logic model from inputs to outcomes.

For partners: Evaluate us on clear inputs, verifiable outputs, and real outcomes.

Geography

Where we work

Yala Valley in Siaya County, Kenya.

Area served

Siaya County, focusing on Yala Valley. Depth over breadth for lasting impact.

What we track

Trees planted, CO₂ offset, jobs created, visitor satisfaction — shared transparently.

Musanda, Siaya County, Kenya

Interactive map available
Experiences

Experiences explorer

Discover our offerings.

Plan your visit

Combine nature walks with cultural experiences for a complete journey.

Accountability

Certifications & Recognition

Our commitment to excellence.

Green Globe Progress

75% certified sustainable operations.

Community Excellence

2025 Award Winner for engagement.

Carbon Neutral

100% offset achieved.

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Questions

Frequently asked questions

Common queries answered.

A conservancy preserving waterfalls and Luo heritage in Siaya, Kenya.
Book through our contact form or support page.
Yes, with guided trails and safety measures in place for all visitors.
You can donate, volunteer, plant trees, or partner with us through our Support page.
The conservancy is open year-round. The rainy season (March–May) makes the waterfalls most spectacular.
Action

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