During the long rains in Kenya (April to June), heavy rainfall occurs, and vegetation becomes greener. Despite the roads becoming impassable during the rainy period, our 4x4 safari Land Cruiser can comfortably manage the roads in the park and make your safari a memorable experience.
For the best wildlife viewing experience, the period between July and October is ideal. The vegetation in the park is shorter, allowing easier spotting of wildlife. The short rains expected between November and December provide an extended opportunity for wildlife viewing, as the short rains rarely disrupt the movement of wildlife in the park.
For planning your Nairobi National Park Safari like this 5-hour tour we offer in the park, the period between July and December offers optimal conditions for game viewing. This does not rule out excellent experiences in the period January to June.
Does the dry season guarantee more animals?
Dry conditions in Nairobi National Park do not necessarily guarantee as wildlife sightings are never guaranteed. The animals you can see are determined by the weather, the area of the park you are exploring and the time of day you are conducting your Nairobi National Park safari.
A Professional Safari Guide Can Help Track Wildlife
Our packaged safari in the park includes the services of a professional English-speaking safari guide, who knows all the areas of the park like the back of his hand. The guide's training and ability to track wildlife will prove invaluable in spotting wildlife in Nairobi National Park.
Choosing a Morning or Afternoon Game Drive in Nairobi National Park
You have the option of an early morning or afternoon game drive in the park, with each timing offering different experiences.
The early morning game drive in the park starts at 6:00 am, soon after the park gates open. If you are working with limited time for a safari, say a layover waiting to catch your next flight, the early morning tour is your best experience. The early morning game drive offers cooler temperatures, when animals are most active in the park. Early morning game drives also offer good lighting for photography, giving the best wildlife shots from a Kenya safari.
The afternoon game drive in Nairobi National Park is an alternative option for visitors who would prefer a relaxed entry into the park over the early morning drive. Changing light in the park also offers an excellent opportunity for wildlife photography, which might have been missed in the early morning game drive. If you are working with a tight hotel schedule or plan to combine the tour with other activities around Nairobi city, the afternoon game drive will fit well into your schedule.
The best time to book your Nairobi National Park safari depends on your priorities when going for a safari. Let us know your preferences, and we will help you create a package around your interests.
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