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BEST TIME TO VISIT WATAMU DURING YOUR COASTAL TRAVELS IN EASTERN KENYA

Understanding the climate on the Kenyan coast can help you better plan your beach holiday in Watamu and AfricanMecca Safaris recommends that you can choose the optimal month that best suites you, though global warming conditions does slightly deviate predictability from year to year. Precipitation can affect roads, dive site visibility, beaches and trails, making some of them more challenging to traverse or lay in, so knowing the rain patterns in Kenya can help you avoid the frustration of being unable to enjoy all that Watamu has to offer.



Watamu has two rainy seasons – a short rainy season in November and December and a long rainy season from April through June which starts sprinkles by end of March, with May being considered the wettest month. During the long rainy season, heavy downpours are expected in the afternoon in comparison to less frequent and lighter showers during the short rainy season.

We consider July through October to be the best time to visit Watamu, as this is the longest dry season with cool coastal conditions and the skies are clear and sunny, but Watamu is a beautiful coastal destination no matter when you visit. The second dry and humid season is much shorter and lasts from January to February and early parts of March.



The Indian Ocean coastline tends to be more humid that inland areas and average annual temperatures are generally in the lower to mid-80s degrees Fahrenheit (26-30 Celsius) during the day and lower to mid-70s degrees Fahrenheit (21-24 Celsius) at night. January to March are the warmest months, with daytime temperatures in the lower 90’s Fahrenheit (32 Celsius) and the coolest months are July and August with average temperatures in the lower-80s Fahrenheit (27 Celsius) during the day.

The climate also affects the room rates in Watamu with the peak prices being in the drier periods of July through October and end of December till February (read more on where to stay in Watamu). The short and long rainy period in Kenya welcomes fewer seaside guests. Thus, the accommodation prices are reduced to attract seasoned beachcombers who prefer the aquatic blessings of the equatorial skies of East Africa. Note that it does not rain throughout the day during this period; however, it can shower for a few consecutive days with breaks in between, with some days having longer sunshine with intermittent overcast hours.
WHERE TO STAY IN WATAMU
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WHERE TO STAY IN WATAMU

Watamu offers a range of hotels, from the most opulent beachside villas where you are pampered with top service to deluxe resorts where you receive excellent service to affordable lodgings.

TOUR WATAMU ATTRACTIONS
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TOUR WATAMU ATTRACTIONS

Whether your activity of choice is water sports, marine explorations, visiting historical and cultural sites or learning more about the flora and fauna, Watamu offers a range of tour experiences.

GUIDE ON WATAMU
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GUIDE ON WATAMU

In Watamu, you may come to realize that the stretches of soft white beaches, ocean breezes gently swaying the coconut palms leaves and turquoise, marine life waters are exactly what you imagined.

AFRICANMECCA REVIEWS

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  • I recently returned back from my honeymoon in Kenya which included a safari and Indian Ocean beach vacation. Thank you to AfricanMecca for helping us plan the trip/honeymoon of a lifetime!
    Holly & Michael Lapidus - New Jersey, United States
  • Our holiday in Malindi was fantastic, more than we could have expected. the travel arrangements you made for us between Nairobi and Malindi were great, everyone looked after us. Many thanks for all your help.
    Mandy Salisbury - Hinckley, United Kingdom
  • Just wanted to let you know I got back last Sunday from a wonderful trip to Kenya. I met with the owner of the Driftwood Beach Club and he was delighted that his hotel was recommended by your agency.
    Monique Ophorst - Naarden, Netherlands
  • Dear Altaf, We would like to thank you for arranging our holiday to Kenya. The Turtle Bay Beach Club in Watamu which we stayed in for the first week was excellent. The food and the service were first class.
    Robert Ward - Essex, United Kingdom
  • Jambo Altaf, I want to let you know that both Dorothy and I found our two week trip to Kenya to be an absolutely wonderful experience. Our booking through AfricanMecca for our trip delivered everything we hoped for and more.
    John Lowry - Cheshire, United Kingdom
  • We have been home for a week now from our Kenya safari and beach vacation, and we have to say it was really great!!! Everything worked smoothly and was really well organized, we will definitely further recommend your company.
    Sascha Konrad & Shivani Patel - New Jersey, United States
  • I am writing to let you know that my mother and her friend, Carole, had a very good holiday in Kenya. We were all very happy with all your help in booking the trip. All the arrangements you had made for them went very smoothly.
    Dr Christina Cousens - Moredun Research Institute - Scotland, United Kingdom

EAST AFRICA SAFARI & BEACH BOOKING TRIP IDEA FOR WATAMU IN EASTERN KENYA

When beach vacationing in Watamu, we recommend combining your safari to Masai Mara for the wildebeest migration, Amboseli, Samburu or Laikipia - Lewa, Nakuru, Elementaita, and Naivasha - Great Rift Valley Lakes. You can also climb the 2nd highest mountain in Africa: Mount Kenya.

You may optionally extend out to other wilderness areas of Meru, Chyulu Hills or Tsavo East - Tsavo West for an offbeat wildlife tour.

You can end your vacation at the Indian Ocean for a beach vacation and Swahili cultural tour on the exotic spice island of Zanzibar, Lamu, or Mombasa.

Best Safari Planning Ideas & Trip Experiences For Kenya

Below are guide references on how to plan each of the below safari experience in Kenya. Alternatively, go to the summary section for a quick overview of each trip planning experience.

1. How To Plan Kenya Safari Trips? (Summary)

2. Wildlife Safari Trip Planning Guide For Kenya

3. Private & Tailor-Made Safaris Trip Planning Guide For Kenya

4. Honeymoon Safaris Trip Planning Guide For Kenya

5. Family Safaris Trip Planning Guide For Kenya

6. Luxury Safaris Trip Planning Guide For Kenya

7. Photo Safaris Trip Planning Guide For Kenya

8. Cultural Safaris Trip Planning Guide For Kenya

9. Primate Safaris Trip Planning Guide For Kenya

10. Hike, Trek & Bush Walk Safaris Trip Planning Guide For Kenya

11. Birding Safaris Trip Planning Guide For Kenya

12. Horseback Riding Safaris Trip Planning Guide For Kenya

13. Balloon Safaris Trip Planning Guide For Kenya

14. Wedding Safaris Trip Planning Guide For Kenya

15. Bush & Beach Safaris Trip Planning Guide For Kenya

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