May Safaris | Safaris in May

The long rains that started in April goes on into May. May therefore falls into the low safari season category. Much like April, Safaris in May are low key with limited activities in the game parks (no game walks and sundowners) because of the conditions of the roads. Some camps remain closed during this season because the roads may be inaccessible. Those camps/lodges carrying out maintenance and repair work will continue during this time. Game drives are still possible in 4x4 vehicles but it is common to see 4x4 vehicles stuck in a rut. Again, due to climatic changes, the amount of rainfall expected might fail giving the visitor a good chance for a great safari. It is greatly advisable to check out weather forecasts if you intend to take a safari during the rainy seasons to avoid disappointments.

Weather:

Rainfall: The rainy days continue from April

Temperature: cool or humid days (Max 15 - 25 Degrees Celsius)

Nights may be chilly (less than 20 degrees Celsius)

Mombasa and Malindi are cool and humid in May

Samburu is cool with daytime temperatures reaching a high of 28° C and chilly nights 15° C

Maasai Mara and Amboseli are cool and chilly at night

Clothing: A traveler is advised to carry some warm clothing for the chilly nights, rain proof boots can also be handy.

Kenya Safari Costs May in US$ per person per day sharing (Season: High)

Safari Destination	Safari Type	Camping 1 night	Extra Night	Budget 1 night	Extra Night	Luxury 1 night	Extra Night
Maasai Mara Game Reserve	Air	N/A	N/A	512	265	957	710
Maasai Mara Game Reserve	Road	120	120	310	260	825	795
Amboseli National Park	Air	N/A	N/A	495	259	615	445
Amboseli National Park	Road	120	120	310	260	585	445
Samburu Game Reserve	Air	N/A	N/A	495	259	829	468
Samburu Game Reserve	Road	120	120	310	260	699	699
Beach Holiday Mombasa	Sarova White Sands 2 People Sharing		Standard Single			214	Half Board
			Standard Double			285
			Palm Single			270
			Palm Double			320
			Sea Front Single			270
			Sea Front Double			345
			Suites : One bedroom			485
			Two bedroom			740
			Presidential			1300
Beach Holiday Malindi	Hemmingway's Hotel Hotel is Closed for maintenance between 1st may and 14th June		Alternative Accommodation at Coral Key Beach Resort				Half Board

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Note:

1. Rates for road safaris are based on a minimum of 2 persons per day

2. Discount are available for more people traveling by road together as follows;

>>> 4 pax 10 %

>>> 6 Pax 15 %

>>> Request discounts for above 7 people

3. Enquire for rates for camping safaris for groups

4. Camping safari rates applicable to 4 Persons traveling together. Less than 4 people will join a group.

Cost Highlights include:

Budget and Camping

Luxury Camps

Transport as stated
Accommodation in Safari Lodges/ Camps - Full Board
Accommodation for beach Holiday - Half Board
Park Entrance fees
Game drives
Services of an English Speaking Guide/Driver
Government taxes
Complimentary transfer to/from Airport on arrival and departure date

Return transfers
Transport - Air or Road
Park fees and conservancy fees
All game drives in open 4x4 vehicles
Sundowners
Walks and visits to Maasai villages where applicable.
Full board and
Free house wines, beer and soft drinks

Costs Do Not Include

Extras at the lodge i.e. drinks, laundry, phone calls etc.
International flight into East Africa
Departure taxes - Visa and any related fees
Tips to porters and drivers
All that not mentioned in what's included

Notes

Minimum Stay in Luxury camps is 2 nights
Some luxury Camps close in July. Those that are open offer the same services.
Enquire for Children Under 8 years
Single room supplement per night from US$90
Children (8-16years) each pay 60% if sharing with 2 adults
If sharing with 1 adult the adult pays single supp and child pays 60%.
2 children in own tent 75% of adult rate each

The above rates are based on a few standard (5 Star) and luxury (deluxe) tourist properties in Kenya. The rates may vary upwards or downwards depending on; Category of the property in terms of service levels and exclusivity of the property.