​Best Time To Visit – Arabuko Sokoke FR

Philip Briggs
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By Philip Briggs

Philip is a renowned Africa expert and author of many guidebooks to African destinations, including the DK Eyewitness Guide to Kenya.

Philip is an expert for SafariBookings and author of the DK Eyewitness Guide to Kenya.

Philip is the author of the DK Eyewitness Guide to Kenya.

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It is possible to visit Arabuko Sokoke Forest Reserve at any time of year. However, heavy rain might interfere with drives and forest hikes. There is rain along the coast throughout the year, but the months of April, May and November are very wet and therefore less ideal.

Best Time July to September and January to February (Best for driving and hiking in the forest; little rainfall)
High Season December to March and July to October (The park never gets very busy)
Low Season April to June (Low-season rates may apply)
Best Weather July to September and January to February (Little rainfall)
Worst Weather April, May and November (Wettest months)

December to March & June to September –Drier Seasons

  • Mostly sunny and not much rain
  • The park never gets busy
  • Roads are in good condition
  • Resort hotels in Watamu and Malindi, which can be used as a base, get very busy
  • Scenery is drier and there might be haze in the sky, making it harder to appreciate the views

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April to May & October to November –Wet Seasons

  • Everything is green and lush, with many flowers
  • Very few other visitors
  • Bird watching is excellent and the Clarke’s weaver arrives
  • Frogs are most active after rain
  • There are many overcast days, and rain can dampen enthusiasm for activities
  • Roads in the forest can deteriorate

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