Kenya in September

Kenya in September

By Matthys Van Aswegen

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September is a fantastic time to visit Kenya. This month marks the start of the hot, dry season and a more dramatic wildebeest migration experience.

Regarding wildlife, big game viewing opportunities peak in September for spectacular safari experiences.

September is the last dry month for parks like the Ol Pejeta Conservancy. It is also the last month to see the Big Five in the park before the wet season begins in October. Other animals at the park include zebras, hyenas, hippos, and wildebeests.

Weather in September

September is entirely different from August in that the heat is increasingly hotter, and the environment is getting drier.

Safari experiences are incredibly productive because they allow you to see wildlife and engage in outdoor activities in addition to game drives.

National Parks to Visit in Kenya and Why

Ol Pejeta Conservancy

The dry season lasts from June to September and is the best time for game viewing. The roads are generally in good condition, and the weather is mostly sunny with little chance of rain.

The Ol Pejeta Conservancy houses the Big Five. However, leopards are rarely seen. Animals that occur in great numbers are zebras, hyenas, hippos, and wildebeests.

Masai Mara National Park

Masai Mara National Park houses four Big Five: elephants, buffalos, and lions are commonly seen, and leopards are only occasionally seen.

The vegetation is thinner this time of year, and animals stick around the remaining waterholes.

Lewa Wildlife Conservancy

September is a warm-weather month and the last month to see big game life in parks as rains start in October.

Wildlife like the black and white rhinos and the entire Big Five are here.

You will likely see predator-prey activity while on safari here with the full suite of predators.

Activities to do in September

• Hot air ballooning
• Game drives
• Horseback riding
• Windsurfing
• Diving
• Beach outings