What you can expect in Kenya lodges is a full board arrangement where breakfast, lunch (either at the lodge or a picnic) and dinner are included in your stay. The Safari operator undertakes additional activities, such as game drives, while the lodges may offer other activities, such as astronomy evenings, cultural visits, etc.

Around the beaches of Mombasa, you will find the hotels are more resort-like, with sports equipment and facilities, dive schools, and some offering traditional all-inclusive arrangements.

Due to the nature of the destination, our offering includes city hotels, Safari lodges and beach resorts and hotels. We choose carefully, prioritising the luxury of experience over unnecessary amenities. We carefully rate hotels and lodges using our "Tent Rating", which takes in the overall accommodation offering, service and quality of experience. See a description of the rating in each accommodation listing.

Kenya enjoys a pleasant tropical climate, and there are 2 distinct weather patterns to consider - Interior and Coastal:

• Interior:

  • The dry seasons, from late June to October and January to February, offer ideal conditions for wildlife viewing and beach holidays.

  • The wet seasons, from March to May and November to December, bring lush landscapes and fewer crowds, but travel can be challenging due to heavy rainfall.

• Mombasa and Kenya's coastal regions enjoy a tropical coastal climate with warm temperatures year-round.

  • The best time to visit is during the dry seasons, from December to March and July to October, when you can expect sunny days and less rainfall, ideal for beach activities and water sports.

  • However, even during the wetter months, showers and rainfall usually give way quite quickly to sunshine.

For more information about specific regions visit "Places to Visit", and for more detailed travel advice see "Travel Essentials".