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Overview
Ruma National Park is the only terrestrial park in Kenya's Nyanza Province. A mosaic of scenes, going from the riverine forest and moving savannah to wonderful ledges and transcending cliffs, Ruma National Park guarantees unseen wildlife treasures and undisturbed harmony. It is additionally Kenya's last remaining sanctuary for the endangered roan antelope. Ruma lies on the flat floor of the occasionally watered Lambwe River Valley bordered by the Kanyamwa Escarpment toward the South-East, and by the volcanic fittings of the Ruri Hills toward the north. Ruma's birdlife is exceptional.
Pros & Cons
- Very less crowded, off-the-beaten-track destination
- Home to endangered roan antelope
- Amazing wilderness appeal
- Good birding with a chance to see the endangered migratory blue swallow
- Very few wildlife viewing options are available
- Limited tourist facilities
- Limited road network and Roads are in very bad condition
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Wildlife & Animals
Rumi national park has limited wildlife viewing options available. Game species range from African leopards, roan antelopes, eastern black rhinoceros, Rothschild's giraffes, oribis, cape buffalos, Lelwel hartebeests, olive baboons, Bohor reedbucks, hyenas, servals, topis, honey badgers, bushpigs and vervet monkeys among others.
Wildlife Highlights
Rumi National Park is the only place in Kenya to see the Endangered roan antelope. The localized race of Rothschild's giraffe can also be spotted. There are tracks to be found of leopard and spotted hyenas, but these predators are shy and are unlikely to be encountered.
Best Time for Wildlife Viewing
For wildlife viewing, the best time to visit the Ruma is during the dry season, during June and October, and from January to February. Visits during the peak of the short rains (November), and especially during the long rains (April and May), might be difficult. The condition of the roads isn’t great, even in the Dry season, although it gets much worse after rain.
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Birds
Ruma National Park is perfect for Bird watching comparatively wildlife viewing. The rare intra-African migrant, the blue swallow (Hirundo atrocaerulea) is one such avian species. There are around 410 bird species on the hills, with some endemic races.
Best Time for Birding
Ruma is a bird watcher's delight the entire year. Numerous unusual, dry-country specials live here and can be spotted all year. Migratory birds show up in the reserve from November to April. One significant thought is the climate, as substantial showers can wreck your birding plans – November and April get the most precipitation.
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Best Time to Visit – Ruma National Park
For wildlife viewing, the best time to visit the Ruma is during the dry season, during June and October, and from January to February. Visits during the peak of the short rains (November), and especially during the long rains (April and May), might be difficult. The condition of the roads isn’t great, even in the Dry season, although it gets much worse after rain.
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
November to April (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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