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Kenya in December

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December is much like October in that it is simply unpredictable. However, this month’s experiences are relatively good, as the weather is sunny and cloudy with only occasional rain. In December, some notable places to visit are Masai Mara National Park, where you can see newborn animals, appreciate the lush greenery, and see plenty of flowers thriving thanks to rain and the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, where you can see newborn animals.

Since the weather shifts between cloudy and sunny, this can be a good time for a photographic safari to capture unique daytime moments compared to entirely dry or otherwise wet months.

Weather in December

December is warm and cloudy, with occasional thunderstorms. Game drives aren’t productive in terms of seeing big game life, but seeing newborn animals is a much more assured experience.

Average Weather in December

Temperature Celsius Fahrenheit Rainfall
Min 9℃48℉13 mm
Max 25℃77℉196 mm

National Parks to Visit and Why

Masai Mara National Park

December signals the time to see newborn animals and lush green scenery. The environmental conditions open the door for birding and photographic safaris as migratory birds are present during the wet season. Some birds you can spot are the Kori bustard, secretary bird, sooty chat, and the Usambiro barbet.

Ol Pejeta Conservancy

With the rain in full flow in December, Ol Pejeta mirrors Masai Mara in terms of experiences. The wet season allows you to see newborn animals and provides excellent birding opportunities. Some birds common here are the black-winged lapwing, Hildebrandt’s starling, ostrich, the rosy-throated longclaw, and the secretary bird.

Samburu National Reserve

December is an excellent time for bird enthusiasts as birding is in its prime around this time of year. Migratory birds fill the reserve to compensate for the low wildlife. Taking advantage of a photographic safari is recommended in the rainy season to capture some stellar scenery.

Activities to do in December

  • Photographic safaris
  • Birding
  • Spa treatments
  • Yoga

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