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Best Time to Visit Kenya

Best Time to Visit Kenya

Travellers coming to Kenya often hold a misconception that the best time to visit Kenya is during the great migration. But, that’s not the case, especially when wildlife in Kenya can be seen all year round. 

With the calving season around the end of the year and migratory birds visiting the place around September to April, it’s evident that the best time to visit depends on what you want to see and do during your holidays in Kenya.

However, since our main focus is on safari, let’s look at different seasons in the country. Kenya’s Safari season is divided into three parts, namely High Season, Shoulder Season, and Low Season. Let’s look at what each season has to offer during a Safari in Kenya.

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  • After going through the different safari seasons in Kenya, let’s now understand the best time to visit Kenya depending upon the activity you want to partake in while coming for your Kenya holidays.

    Best Time to Visit Kenya for Safari: July to October and January to February

    • The month of June marks the beginning of the dry season in Kenya. The animals in the park are easy to spot amidst less vegetation. Moreover, as the water sources dry up, animals of the park spend more time around water holes and rivers and can be conveniently spotted.
    • July and August are the best time for witnessing Great Wildebeest Migration across the Masai Mara River. The parks are most crowded during this time.  September to October is also considered good for a Safari in Kenya.
    • January- March signals the warmest period in Kenya. Large concentrations of animals assemble in popular tourist destinations like Masai Mara, Amboseli, and Lake Nakuru. So, January through March is also ideal to visit Kenya Safari.

    Best Time to Visit Kenya for a Beach Holiday: October to January and January to March

    • October to January, especially November is considered the best time to go for beach holidays in Kenya. This is because the weather conditions are perfect for water sports activities like diving and snorkelling.
    • January to March offer the best whale shark sightings on the beach of Kenya. So, if you want to take the opportunity of swimming with the whale sharks, then visit the coasts of Kenya during these months. These months offer great water visibility and the best time for divers and snorkelers.

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