Kakamega Forest National Reserve Best Time To Visit

By Anthony Ham
Anthony is the author of the Lonely Planet guide to Kenya.

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Kakamega Forest National Reserve can be visited year-round. There is quite heavy rain throughout the year, but December to February are the driest months. June to August is an excellent time for bird watching, as many birds breed and display after the rains of April and May. August and September are the best months for butterflies. Migrant birds are present from November to April.

Best Time December to February and June to July (Less rain and good bird watching)

High Season Mid-December to March and July to October (The reserve never gets very busy)

Low Season April to June and November to mid-December (Low-season rates may apply)

Best Weather December to February (Less rainfall)

Worst Weather April and May (Wettest months)

December to February Drier Season

There is less rain and more sunshine
This is a good time for longer forest hikes
Roads are in good condition
There are many migrant birds from Europe and North Africa
Not the best months to find some of the special forest birds
The only tourist accommodation might be fully booked

March to November Wet Season

Bird watching is excellent
Butterflies are abundant in August and September
It rains a lot, which might interfere with your activities

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