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The ‘When should I go?’ question is always a tricky one. The best time to visit Kenya<\/a> usually depends on what you want to see, how you want to see it and of course, when you can actually travel. Whether you’re looking for a little bit of Kenyan sunshine (don’t let the winter get the better of you) or can only travel in a certain month of the year, it’s a good idea to spend some time looking into the conditions and what’s happening on the ground. Handy then, that we’ve done it for you.<\/span><\/p>\n

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January to March<\/h2>\n

The beginning of the year brings the ‘short dry season’ with beautiful sunny days before the heavy rains start in earnest at the end of March. The Samburu National Reserve<\/a> birthing season is in full swing, making it the perfect time to witness new life as it enters the world as well as having the opportunity to watch the local predators as they put their hunting skills to the test. As well as being an excellent time to spot wildlife in pretty much all of Kenya’s<\/a> parks and reserves, this season is also good for sun lovers hoping for a beach break. The sun will be shining, the water at its warmest and if you’re a keen diver, you’ll be happy as a clam with visibility reaching up to 30m.<\/p>\n

“January is one of my favourite months to send people to Kenya. Samburu birthing season means the predators are busy, the light is clean for photography, and the coast is at its absolute best \u2014 water visibility up to 30 metres, warm and calm. You get all of that without the July and August crowds. It’s a genuinely underrated time of year.”
\n\u2014 Tessa Dancer, Africa travel specialist<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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April and May<\/h2>\n

Those heavy rains we mentioned earlier? Now’s their time. Generally, the rain falls in spectacular downpours for a couple of hours but longer showers aren’t uncommon. Kenya<\/a> isn’t quite as set up for the weather as some camps in Tanzania<\/a> for example – there’s quite a lot of mud around and a good chance of getting stuck. Think of it as an adventure! With some careful planning, this is a stunning time of year to take advantage of with brilliant light and fresh colours and hardly anyone around. It’s also the cheapest time of year to visit Kenya by far (which potentially makes it the best time to visit Kenya). Most of the really inaccessible camps are closed so if a camp is open, rest assured the game viewing will be good and you’ll be dry (for most of the time anyway!)<\/p>\n

“April and May aren’t for everyone \u2014 I’ll be honest about that. But for the right traveller, someone who doesn’t mind a bit of mud and wants to feel like they have Kenya to themselves, it’s remarkable. The rates are the lowest of the year and the camps that stay open have some of the best guides, because they’re not managing crowds \u2014 they’re just focused on you.”
\n\u2014 Tessa Dancer, Africa travel specialist<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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June to October<\/h2>\n

Like most sub-Saharan countries, one of the best times to visit Kenya<\/a> is the main dry season from June to October. Rain is unusual (but you can never be totally sure!) and days are clear and sunny. Kenyans may refer to the ‘cold winter’ but really, the temperatures are ideal for game-viewing in the reserves and sun-lounging at the coast, which is always slightly warmer anyway.<\/p>\n

So far so dreamy. But a combination of European school holidays, the glorious weather and the Great Migration<\/a> spilling over into the Masai Mara<\/a> from Tanzania<\/a> (roughly July to October) means it does get busy. If you want to avoid the crowds and aren’t fussy about visiting the Mara, head up country to the Laikipia<\/a> area, Samburu<\/a> and Meru<\/a> or push a trip to the Mara back to October \u2013 our favourite month.<\/p>\n

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But if watching battalions of wildebeest plunging over the Mara River past snapping crocodile jaws and straight into the waiting predators on the other side sounds exciting (it is), then the Great Migration<\/a> in Kenya<\/a> is for you. The famed river crossings take place from roughly July to October, depending on the previous year’s rains. We would recommend planning a migration trip at least a year in advance \u2013 there might be some good last minute deals to be had but it’s a risky business. Read more about when to see the migration here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

“October is my favourite month for the Mara. The river crossings are still happening, but the peak crowds from July and August have thinned out. You get the drama without the traffic jam of vehicles. And if the crossings have wound down by the time you arrive, the conservancies are extraordinary \u2014 walking, night drives, and predators that have had a very well-fed few months.”
\n\u2014 Tessa Dancer, Africa travel specialist<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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November and December<\/h2>\n

This is the time of year for the ‘short rains.’ They might be unpredictable, but showers are short and sharp and shouldn’t affect game viewing hugely. Most camps will provide all manner of waterproofs, wellies and umbrellas (and an excellent shoe-cleaning service for that matter). This can be a wonderful time to visit \u2013 fewer people, juicy sproutings of green grass, dramatic sunsets and, importantly, it’s the shoulder season and the camps are much more affordable. It’s still a good time to visit the coast and for ‘bush and beach<\/a>‘ combos too.<\/p>\n

By mid-December, the rains have usually stopped and made way for clear blue skies \u2013 just in time for Christmas! This is another busy time in Kenya<\/a> and, with a relatively short flight time and the promise of lots of sunshine, it’s a popular winter break from Europe. Again, booking in advance is essential especially if you’ve got a beach break at the coast in mind.<\/p>\n

“November gets dismissed because of the short rains \u2014 but I’d rather have a dramatic sunset and an empty camp than a packed vehicle and blue skies. The landscape turns green almost overnight, the camps drop their rates, and the guides have time to really focus on you. Mid-December onwards is lovely too \u2014 warm, clear, and the coast is perfect timing for a bush-and-beach finish.”
\n\u2014 Tessa Dancer, Africa travel specialist<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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