Kenya is one of Africa’s best safari destinations you should visit. Kenya safaris are well known for wildlife sightseeing experiences especially in Masai Mara National Reserve. When planning your Kenya safari Tour, it is always good to visit at the most appropriate season – for the ultimate experience in Kenya. Knowing the best Best time to visit Kenya for Safari will therefore help you choose when to visit this amazing country,
Safaris to Kenya offer a variety of experiences and activities in different locations within the country and these activities can be enjoyed all year round. The most famous experiences include Wildebeest Migration safaris in Masai Mara, Nature guided walks, Hot air Balloon ride, Game viewing safaris, among others.
When to visit Kenya - Best time to visit Kenya for Safari
Choosing when to visit Kenya is an unavoidable task to tourists and this is tricky at times despite the fact that Kenya can be visited at any time of the year. It is important to note that some months of the year are usually better than the others in terms of experience – hence necessary to know the best months for safaris in Kenya. The Best time to visit Kenya for Safari is between the months of June and October - which is dry season. Also from December to February is a perfect time for safaris since there is always little rain.
The dry month offer a great experience compared to the wet months of the year. During the dry month, the foliage is less and spotting wildlife in to safari parks is easy, the routes or trails are also dry during the dry months and makes it easy to navigate through the national park. . The grass in the parks is also short which makes viewing easy, photography clear and therefore great memories on a wildlife game drive.
Different month and activities possible on a Kenya safari
January - January is a good time for game viewing .January lies outside of the two notable ‘long’ and ‘short’ rain periods and is a good time for beach holidays on the Kenyan coast, but the temperatures are usually high.
February – In February, the central highlands are warm in the day and cool in the evening – at the coast it’s always hot in the daytime and temperatures follow suit in the evening. There are low levels of precipitations during February in Masai Mara compared to the rest of the months. The chances of encountering wild species at watering holes is higher
March – March is usually a wet seasons and rain is commonplace throughout large parts of the country, and the savannah often becomes a muddy landscape - with some areas difficult to visit due to impassible roads.
April - April is one of the wettest and rainiest months in Kenya. Game drives can be challenging on muddy roads in this month, but it’s a fantastic time for photographers to go on safari.
May – During this month, the long rains have settled in to quench the African plains, and along the coastline, the beaches are no longer a sunshine paradise. Game drives are more preferable than the beach escapes during this month.
June - The months of June through to October mark the start of the long dry season, which is regarded as the Best time to visit Kenya for Safari - for a truly ‘Out of Africa’ safari experience. The weather is at its best in these dry months, wildlife congregate around water sources, and there is an air of anticipation for the arrival of the Great Migration’s mega-herds into the Masai Mara National Reserve.
July – The best time for wildebeest Migration safari in Kenya. As July is ending, the herds of Mother Nature’s greatest spectacle start arriving in the Masai Mara and a best time to take a front seat and witness the dramatic river crossings. The weather is temperate and dry but not too dusty, and occasional bouts of showers are still possible.
August - Temperatures are pleasant, and awe-inspiring action can be witnessed when thousands of zebras and wildebeest perform their death-defying river crossings, with hungry crocodiles in wait. This is the month where the wildebeest migration is at its highest. Weather is generally dry in September and the game-viewing action continues.
October – During this month, the migratory of the herds usually start leaving the Masai Mara, but Kenya has no shortage of resident wildlife that will keep safari enthusiasts delighted.
November - November is the start of the short rainy season and most of the parks and camps remain open, while some camps close on the Laikipia Plateau. Despite the rain, this is a good time to take the opportunity to enjoy a less crowded Kenya safari at lower prices.
December – December is usually hot with potential rain, but there guaranteed viewing of wildlife. December is also great for birdwatchers as bird numbers increase greatly at this time of the year
