Weather

Wanyamapori sanctuary is found in Kenya’s altitude ranging from sea level to 5,199 metres, makes its climate vary greatly from high humid temperatures of the coast (83F) to the often cold and wet regions of Aberdares, Cherangani and Mau Escarpment, Mt. Elgon and the freezing points at the top of Mt. Kenya. With the Equator traversing the country, there are no four seasons as in Europe but two rain seasons at almost the same time of the year – the long rains from the end of October through December. The rains fall in short heavy down pours or violent storms preceded by heavy black clouds as a warning. Sunshine is experienced throughout most days of the year although it becomes cooler during the months of June, July and August. Nairobi, the capital city, often referred to as the City in the sun has an average daily temp. of 21.1’C (70’F) and Mombasa the second largest town in the country and situated at the coast has an average temp. of 26’C (80’F). There are no closed seasons for visitors though the peak rainy season are considered low tourist seasons.

Nature

The Savanna-bush-woodland National Parks and respective wildlife sanctuaries contain some of the greatest plains game concentrations in the world. The big-five: Elephant, Rhinoceros, Buffalo, Lion, and Leopard are manifestly plentiful in these parks. The mountain National Parks boast of some of the most superb mountain scenery in Africa, the snow-capped peaks of Mt. Kenya with excellent climbing adventures and beautiful moorlands for mountain walkers. Giant groundsels and lobelia are some of the eye-catching flora on Mt. Kenya and Mt. Elgon. In addition to the mountain scenery and flora, the mountain parks are homes for the big five (no lions in Mt. Elgon) and a host of other rare mountain species like Bongo, Giant Forest hog, melanistic cats and many mountain bird species. The lake ecosystem national parks contain the greatest concentration of flamingo in the world (Lake Nakuru National Park) and the greatest crocodile colony in the world (Sibiloi National park). There are also myriads of other bird species in and around the lakes, schools of hippopotamus and hundreds of land mammals species on the shores of the lakes.

Where in ?

Kenya is the country where safari was born. Discover the dramatic Great Rift Valley, mountain highlands or the coastline of the Indian Ocean with its white sandy beaches. Kenya is also home of the Big Five and you will experience close encounters with lions, elephants, rhinos and many other wildlife. Book your safari to the world famous Masai Mara Game Reserve or Amboseli National Park, offering spectacular views Mt. Kilimanjaro towering at 5,895m. Karibu – Welcome!

Frequently Asked Questions.

Local tour operators have developed three main tourist circuits to enable their clients utilize their time fully and get the best out of their safari in Kenya. These are the western, central/northern and southern circuits. The circuits can be shortened or stretched further afield depending on the clients own wishes and the time the visitors want to spend in Kenya.
In Africa, the Big Five game animals are the lion, leopard, rhinoceros (both south-central black and southern white species), elephant, and Cape buffalo. The term was coined by big-game hunters, and refers to the five most difficult animals in Africa to hunt on foot, but is now also widely used by safari tour operators.
The fastest land animal is the cheetah, which has a recorded speed of between 109.4 km/h (68.0 mph) and 120.7 km/h (75.0 mph).
Traditionally the lion has been crowned king of the jungle, but when one observes a lion and elephant encounter in the African wild it is clear to see that king lion has a healthy respect for elephant.
This is an antelope in the genus Connochaetes native to Eastern and Southern Africa.In East Africa, the blue wildebeest is the most abundant big-game species; some populations perform an annual migration to new grazing grounds, but the black wildebeest is merely nomadic.
It is an offense to be in the park or drive in the park at night or during the hours of darkness (7 p.m.). Plan well ahead so that you reach your campsite or lodge before dark to avoid driving in the park at night (after 7 p.m.). Entry is forbidden after 6.15 p.m. You are also advised to avoid going in the park after downpours and if you do, be careful when crossing unbridged streams and rivers whose water levels may fluctuate after the rains.

An animal sanctuary is a facility where animals are brought to live and be protected for the rest of their lives. Unlike animal shelters, sanctuaries do not seek to place animals with individuals or groups, instead maintaining each animal until its natural death.