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Kenya in March

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March is the last month of exceptionally great weather before the rain starts pouring. Through morning, afternoon, and night game drives, visitors can see unique wildlife and have remarkable encounters. A great park to visit is Lake Nakuru National Park. Even though the wet season occurs during March, a safari experience here is still productive, as you’ll see a variety of bird species, including flamingos.

For wildlife viewing, the start of the month is a great time to see them before the weather takes a dip. Wildlife is easier to see, and there’s a great chance to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and Gerenuk.

Weather in March

Temperatures generally peak in March. However, this can end by the end of the month or the start of April. It’s a great month to see wildlife and different species of birds in various parks, and there are opportunities for more than one activity in addition to game drives.

Average Weather in March

TemperatureCelsius Fahrenheit Rainfall
Min 10℃50℉18 mm
Max 28℃82℉195 mm

National Parks to Visit in Kenya and Why

Lake Nakuru National Park

Birding safaris are much more eventful at Lake Nakuru in March, as the wet season occurs here. Going on a Kenya safari during the wet season can reward you with newborn animal sightings and amazing opportunities to admire the scenic Rift Valley and the yellow fever tree, which often glows in the morning.

Some species of birds you can expect to see are the great pelican, the greater flamingo, the Hottentot teal, the lesser flamingo, and the greater blue-eared starling.

Chyulu National Park

March is a shoulder month, with the rains set to begin in April. Klipspringers, giraffes, zebras, baboons, and Sykes’ monkeys call this park home.

Chyulu is an excellent birdwatching destination with species including the Hartlaub’s turaco, sunbird, speckled mousebird, and white-eared barbet.

Samburu National Park

Samburu National Park is an excellent place to see migratory birds. They appear in lush, green, and leafy scenery in the wet season.

Birding is exceptionally vibrant in the park, and birds you can expect to see are the black-faced sandgrouse, black-capped social weaver, d’arnuad’s barbet, vulturine guineafowl, and white-bellied bustard.

Activities to do in March

  • Birding
  • Photographic safaris
  • Spa treatments
  • Cultural experiences with local tribes

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