Best Time to Visit Arabuko Sokoke Forest Reserve

It is possible to plan a trip to Arabuko Sokoke Forest Reserve at any time of year. However, heavy rain might interfere with drives and forest hikes. There is rain along the coast throughout the year, but the less than ideal months – due to peaks in rainfall – are November, April and May.

Best Time for Bird Watching

Arabuko Sokoke is a birdwatcher’s paradise throughout the year. A lot of the more unusual forest species are resident and can be spotted at any time. The migratory birds are added to the mix from November to April. November and April are the peak months for the short and long rains – heavy rain can interfere with bird-watching activities.

Best Time

July to September and January to February is best for driving and hiking in the forest (Little rainfall)

High Season

December to March and July to October (The park never gets very busy)

Low Season

April to June (Low season rates may apply)

Best Weather

July to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Worst Weather

April, May, and November (Wettest months)

December to March & June to September –Drier Seasons

Mostly sunny and not much rain
The park never gets busy
Roads are in good condition
Resort hotels, which can be used as a base, get very busy
The scenery is drier and there might be haze in the sky making views harder to appreciate

April to May & October to November –Wet Season

Everything is green and lush with many flowers
Very few other tourists
Bird watching is excellent and the Clarke’s weaver arrives
Frogs are most active after rain
Many overcast days and rain can dampen enthusiasm for activities
Roads in the forest can deteriorate

For the best time to visit Arabuko Sokoke Forest Reserve, kindly get in touch with Enclose Africa Safari, for your safari planning.