BEST TIME TO VISIT AMBOSELI – What is the best time to visit Amboseli National Park? Amboseli national park is an all-year-round destination. You can visit for a safari anytime of the year. Nevertheless, the recommended time to visit the park is during the dry season in the months of June, July, August, September through to October.
However, let us look at both seasons, because at the end of the day, it all comes down to the travelers’ preferences and what they are planning to do while on safari in Amboseli national park.
What to expect during the dry season (June to October):
- Easy spotting of wildlife as the vegetation is dry and grass is short.
- Great game viewing spots around the few remaining water sources as animals converge to quench their thirst.
- Clear blue skies provide good visibility of the landscapes especially the view of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
- The clear skies and weather support good photographic moments.
- The little to no rain during the dry season means lesser insects around the park.
- Expect a lot of tourist traffic within the park as the dry season also doubles as the peak season.
- High rates on activities and services apply during the peak / dry season.
- Occasionally, the park can get quite dusty during the dry season.
- What to expect during the wet season: (divided into the short and long rains)
- Lush green flora around the park making for beautiful green views and landscapes.
- A sight of newborn animals around the park. The wet season brings in new life.
- The wet season is good for bird watching as it ushers in migratory bird species that join the hundreds of resident species in Amboseli national park creating a birders paradise.
- Expect lower rates on accommodation during the wet season.
- Fewer tourists and vehicles in the park give you a feel of a rewarding private game viewing experience.
- Muddy and impassable roads especially during the long rains of Aprila and May.
- You might miss out on the view of Mt. Kilimanjaro because of the unclear skies.
- The over grown grass and bushes can make spotting the wildlife difficult.
- Whichever season / time you choose to visit Amboseli national park, come fully prepared to have the best safari ever for you will surely not miss out on seeing the world’s largest land mammal, the African Elephant for the park host large herds of this majestic giant.
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