Kenya is renowned for its amazing landscapes, savannah rich with magnificent wildlife, diverse cultures unchanged by the modern world, pristine beaches and coral reef, equatorial forests and mighty snowcapped mountains, an exotic history and fascinating modern culture, and endless opportunities for adventure, discovery and relaxation. Scenic safaris through Kenya offer views and vistas beyond any expectations. Experience the boundless wilderness and big game of this country that have long attracted adventure seekers from around the globe. Unforgettable is the annual migration which takes place between August and September each year. This event has marked the Earth’s calendar for the past two million years when one and a half million animals journey between the dry plains of Tanzania to the lush grasslands of Kenya. Named after Mount Kenya, the country’s highest mountain, the second highest in Africa after Kilimanjaro, the country is home to Mount Kenya National Park, a protected 276 square mile area around the center of the mountain and just one of Kenya’s a UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Alpine species unique to this region include giant lobelias, senecios and rock hyrax, and other native residents include the semi-nomadic tribe, the Maasai. Maintaining much of their ancestors’ lifestyle, their livelihood is centered around their cattle, although a welcoming visit to their villages will reveal their increasing move towards farming.
PeakDecJanFebShort dry seasonClimateWarm; generally drierBest forSafari, coast, private conservanciesA warm, drier safari window for many areas, with productive wildlife viewing between rain seasons.
RainsMarAprMayLong rainsClimateWetter; green landscapesBest forFlexible travelers, valueThe long rains can affect some roads and camp operations, though landscapes are green and crowds are lower.
PeakJunJulAugDry seasonClimateDryer; cooler morningsBest forMaasai Mara, conservanciesDryer weather improves wildlife viewing, and late season can align with migration activity in the Maasai Mara.
ShoulderSepOctNovLate dry to short rainsClimateWarm; short rains laterBest forWildlife, fewer crowds, coastSeptember and October are often productive safari months. Short rains can begin later, usually with regional variation.
Amboseli National ParkAmboseli National ParkAmboseli is a fairly small national park yet so rich in both flora and fauna that it has recently been designated an International Bio-sphere Reserve.
Greater Masai MaraGreater Masai MaraWhen it comes to game viewing, there is nowhere in Africa richer in wildlife or more eventful in encounters than the Mara.
Lake Nakuru National ParkLake Nakuru National ParkLake Nakuru is home to a myriad of greater and lesser flamingo flocks which frequently form a stunning pink ribbon along the edges of the lake.
Samburu National ParkSamburu National ParkA place of endless skies, dust-red plains and palm-fringed rivers, this area lies on the fringes of the vast and arid desert once known as the Northern Frontier District.
