Aberdare National Park Best Time To Visit
Anthony is the author of the Lonely Planet guide to Kenya.
Aberdare National Park is best during the drier months (from June to September and again from December to February). This is particularly so for hikers who want to explore the park extensively. Otherwise, Aberdare offers good wildlife viewing throughout the year, especially since it’s possible to see plenty of wildlife from the tree hotels. For everywhere else in the park, heavy rain can be a hindrance, especially in April, May and October.
June to September Dry Season
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Days are mostly sunny and there is less rain
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Animals gather more often around the waterholes in front of the tree hotels
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Roads are less slippery and driving around the park is easier
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This is the best time for hiking and exploring the moorland zone at higher altitude
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Hotels get very crowded
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Elephant and some antelope move to higher altitudes away from tourist areas
October to May Wet Season
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Hotels are less busy, making wildlife viewing from hotel balconies very special
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Low-season rates apply in April and May
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Bird watching is excellent and migratory birds are present
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Visibility can be low in misty, rainy conditions
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Rain can interfere with game drives and hiking
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Roads get very slippery and muddy
Best Time To Go by Major Park
- Amboseli National Park
- Buffalo Springs NR
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Masai Mara NR
- Samburu National Reserve
- Tsavo East National Park
- Tsavo West National Park