Fish Market

Lake Victoria is the second largest lake in the world after Lake Superior in Canada. We wanted to get close to the lake shore and see the activities done there. Raymond toured us through the fish market area where we would never have gone on our own!

The main fish gathered are sardines between 2 - 3 inches long. These are dried on the wharf, packet by hand (and feet) and are shipped off in 200 lb bags to local markets. The locals buy and use them like spice in their food.

There also were larger fish, like tilapia being dried. First they were gutted and split open then left on plank tables to dry in the sun. They keep for a week to ten days in this condition. They are mainly used in fish stew. If you want fresh fish you must arrive at market very early - 5am or so!

We went to the upscale Hotel Tilapia for a mid-day snack. The view of the lake area was nice. See picture. We drove further along the lakeshore which isn't very visible due to industry, however, we were able to get close to a famous rock formation called the Bismarck Rocks. See photo.

Even further north east along the lake we stopped at a newer upscale resort. It was very swanky and costly, but we sat in the lounge and had a drink and enjoyed the cool breeze off the lake. See photo of Fred and Don.

We stopped at an art stall and bought some local art work. The artists were glad of our business as we were the first (and only?) customers of the day. Here I am with two of the artists.