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Mombasa - Kenya Wildlife Destination

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$300PP

Overview

Mombasa is Kenya's most popular tourist destination. It is located on Kenya's eastern coast, bordering the Indian Ocean, and is well-known for its beaches. Mombasa has a rich marine life, world-class hotels, and a welcoming atmosphere. It has a tropical climate all year and is a great destination with activities for people of all ages. 
Pre-colonial Mombasa was a prosperous city-state in East Africa's Swahili Coast region, which also included other city-states such as Zanzibar and Kilwa Kisiwani, and a major centre for trade between Africa and the Arab World, with trade routes even reaching India and China. 

High Season
June to September and January to February
Best Time to Go
Year-round destination with seasonal variations

Pros & Cons

  • Excellent wildlife viewing opportunities
  • Beautiful and diverse scenery
  • Professional guided safaris
  • Unique ecosystem and biodiversity
  • Can be crowded during peak season
  • Weather dependent activities

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Best Time to Visit – Mombasa

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May to October (Dry Season)

  • Less vegetation and animals concentrate around water, making them easier to spot
  • The skies are clear, rain is rare, and there are fewer mosquitoes
  • Even though most tourists visit during the Dry season, the parks still feel uncrowded, except for the bustling Chobe riverfront area
  • Early morning and evening drives are cold in June, July and August

May to October (Wet Season)

  • The scenery is greener, and there are lower rates during this season
  • Although wildlife is easier to spot in the Dry season, you'll still see plenty
  • There are many newborn animals and migratory birds
  • Except for January and February, rains seldom interfere with your trip
  • During January and February, the rains can be continuous for days
  • It gets very hot in October and November
  • Some lodges and camps close down during part of the Wet season

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