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Kenya in February

February

February’s hot and dry conditions are fantastic not only for classic vehicle and walking safaris, but for horse riding and other activities too.

What's the weather going to be like in Kenya in February?

  • Days are clear and dry, with infrequent rainfall
  • We’re well into dry season, though there are slim possibilities of cloud and rain on Diani Beach
  • The average water temperature for Diani and other coastal regions is 28 degrees
  • It can be cold at night so pack layers
  • The Maasai Mara National Reserve gets just three days of rain

What are the highlights of visiting Kenya in February?

  • Value and availability of properties is good
  • Predominantly fine conditions are perfect not only for classic vehicle and walking safaris, but also for horse riding, fishing, and swimming, in Laikipia for example
  • There are no mosquitoes
  • The short grasses are great for observation of a range of predators and herbivores
  • If you’re in the Maasai Mara, you can expect to see impressive numbers of predators – this area is adjacent to Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, and many newborn herbivores are in the Serengeti at this time
  • Both water temperatures and water clarity are high in February – conditions are superb for snorkelling and diving, observing turtles, tropical fish, and even dolphins
  • There are plenty of opportunities to photograph wildlife species, on the plains and quenching their thirst at waterholes

Any lowlights?

  • If you’re hoping to see the Great Migration this month, we recommend staying in the Serengeti rather than in the Maasai Mara and conservancies

Recommended Safaris to Kenya in February

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Kenya Family Safari (7n) – Value

This family trip to Kenya combines the activities and adventures available on the Laikipia plateau and in the wildlife-rich Maasai Mara! You’ll stay at camps that are particularly well suited to children.
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Kenya: Lewa Wildlife Conservancy & Maasai Mara (7N) - Classic

This trip is recommended for solo travellers, couples, honeymooners, and families. Starting in Nairobi, it moves on to two superb safari areas, explored from high-quality properties that offer a great range of things to do!
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Kenya Honeymoon (9n) – Classic

This itinerary offers the ultimate bush-and-beach break! It begins with some safari time in the wildlife-rich Mara North Conservancy and ends on the beautiful beach of Diani. Both properties you’ll visit have special offers for honeymooners.
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Kenya: Laikipia & Greater Mara Conservancies (7N) - CLASSIC

Our introductory trip to Kenya focuses on the Laikipia Plateau, known for its sense of adventure and incredible scenery, and the game-rich Maasai Mara – the Greater Mara Conservancies in particular.
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Kenya Solo Safari (7N): Best of Kenya's Green Season

You’ll begin this trip in the vibrant city of Nairobi, before travelling to the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy and the Maasai Mara National Reserve for superb safaris! No single supplement is payable, making for excellent value.
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Kenya Private Group Safari (7N): Best of Kenya's Green Season

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Kenya With The Safari Collection: 8N Special

This trip uses three Safari Collection properties, two of which provide a saving of 30 per cent! Starting in Nairobi’s world-famous Giraffe Manor, you’ll move on to the Samburu National Reserve and the Maasai Mara for some wonderful wildlife viewing.
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Kenya with the Safari Collection: 11N Special

This trip begins at the internationally renowned Giraffe Manor, before continuing on to three of Kenya’s best safari areas! All four properties we use are from the portfolio of Safari Collection, and at three of these there’s a 35 percent discount.
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Kenya: Samburu National Reserve & Maasai Mara (7N) - Luxury

Suitable for solo travellers, couples, honeymooners, and families alike, this trip takes in the wildlife-rich Samburu and Maasai Mara! You’ll stay at two sumptuous and off-the-beaten-track camps, with a discount available in the MMNR.
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Maasai Mara, Conservancies & Coast (11n) – Luxury

This is a very special itinerary, offering the highest levels of luxury and service in three amazing locations! The focus of the safari is the Maasai Mara and the Olare Motorogi Conservancy, and for the coast trip it’s the idyllic island of Zanzibar.

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