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When to visit South Africa

Set in East Africa with a coastline on the Indian Ocean, Kenya has a diverse geography and is considered a year-round destination for both safaris and beach holidays. For the best wildlife action, aim for the peak season (July to September), but for the ideal adventure-and-relaxation combination (that isn’t peak prices), consider December and January. For more information, you’ll find a month-by-month guide highlighting the best time to go to Kenya below:

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The top Kenya national parks to explore on your South Africa safari

Set in East Africa with a coastline on the Indian Ocean, Kenya has a diverse geography and is considered a year-round destination for both safaris and beach holidays. For the best wildlife action, aim for the peak season (July to September), but for the ideal adventure-and-relaxation combination (that isn’t peak prices), consider December and January. For more information, you’ll find a month-by-month guide highlighting the best time to go to Kenya below:

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Kruger National Park

The Masai Mara in Kenya is known for its wildlife, including the Big Five, and the annual Great Migration. Visitors can enjoy luxury lodges, game drives, and hot air balloon safaris over its vast plains.

Sabi Sands Reserve

Laikipia in Kenya is a stunning safari destination with private conservancies and unique wildlife like rhinos and Grevy’s zebras. It offers luxury lodges, exciting game drives, and cultural experiences with local communities.

Madikwe Game Reserve

The Greater Mara Conservancies in Kenya provide a private safari experience with rich wildlife, luxury camps, and exclusive game drives, all while supporting local conservation and communities.

Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

The Greater Mara Conservancies in Kenya provide a private safari experience with rich wildlife, luxury camps, and exclusive game drives, all while supporting local conservation and communities.

Tswalu Kalahari Reserve

The Greater Mara Conservancies in Kenya provide a private safari experience with rich wildlife, luxury camps, and exclusive game drives, all while supporting local conservation and communities.

Thornybush Game Reserve

The Greater Mara Conservancies in Kenya provide a private safari experience with rich wildlife, luxury camps, and exclusive game drives, all while supporting local conservation and communities.

South Africa safari lodges and camps

Set in East Africa with a coastline on the Indian Ocean, Kenya has a diverse geography and is considered a year-round destination for both safaris and beach holidays. For the best wildlife action, aim for the peak season (July to September), but for the ideal adventure-and-relaxation combination (that isn’t peak prices), consider December and January. For more information, you’ll find a month-by-month guide highlighting the best time to go to Kenya below:

Chitwa Chitwa

Angama Mara is an ultra-luxurious safari lodge set high above the Great Rift Valley, offering breathtaking views over Kenya's Maasai Mara. With tailor-made game drives, opulent tented suites, and personal Maasai guides, it blends adventure and indulgence seamlessly.

Mara Nyika

Angama Mara is an ultra-luxurious safari lodge set high above the Great Rift Valley, offering breathtaking views over Kenya's Maasai Mara. With tailor-made game drives, opulent tented suites, and personal Maasai guides, it blends adventure and indulgence seamlessly.

Little Governors' Camp

Angama Mara is an ultra-luxurious safari lodge set high above the Great Rift Valley, offering breathtaking views over Kenya's Maasai Mara. With tailor-made game drives, opulent tented suites, and personal Maasai guides, it blends adventure and indulgence seamlessly.

Lodo Springs

Angama Mara is an ultra-luxurious safari lodge set high above the Great Rift Valley, offering breathtaking views over Kenya's Maasai Mara. With tailor-made game drives, opulent tented suites, and personal Maasai guides, it blends adventure and indulgence seamlessly.

Angama Mara

Angama Mara is an ultra-luxurious safari lodge set high above the Great Rift Valley, offering breathtaking views over Kenya's Maasai Mara. With tailor-made game drives, opulent tented suites, and personal Maasai guides, it blends adventure and indulgence seamlessly.