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Kenya Safaris in March

Green, quiet and great value

Early March still delivers good game viewing before Kenya's long rains build. Expect lush scenery, thinning crowds and falling rates across the Mara and Laikipia.

Start of the long rainsGreen, occasional rain15–29°CLow season
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Is March a good time to visit Kenya?

Green, quiet and great value in Kenya. Early March still delivers good game viewing before Kenya's long rains build. Expect lush scenery, thinning crowds and falling rates across the Mara and Laikipia. March is an underrated, great-value safari month. Early March still offers strong dry-season game viewing before the long rains build later in the month. You'll find lush green scenery, dramatic skies, far fewer visitors and noticeably lower rates across Kenya and Tanzania. It's excellent for birding and photography; just expect short, heavy afternoon showers as the month progresses. Temperatures stay warm at roughly 15–29°C.

Best forLush landscapesFewer crowdsLower rates
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Green, occasional rain
15–29°C
RainfallModerate
Crowds
Low season
Visitor numbers this month
How busy1/4
Pricing
Great value
Relative cost to travel
Cost level2/5
Safari rating
4.0/5
Overall game-viewing quality

Great Migration in March

Herds linger on the southern Serengeti before beginning to drift north-west as the rains arrive.

Why March

Why go on safari in March

Shoulder-season value

Rates drop noticeably from the February peak while early-month wildlife viewing stays strong.

Emerald landscapes

The first long rains transform the bush into vivid green — beautiful, atmospheric and great for photos.

Quieter parks

Visitor numbers thin out, so you'll often share sightings with few or no other vehicles.

March safaris in depth

March is a month of transition. The first half often feels like an extension of the dry season — game viewing remains excellent and the calving herds are still on the southern Serengeti plains. As the month progresses, the long rains begin to build, usually as short, heavy afternoon downpours that clear quickly.

For travellers seeking value and solitude, March is a hidden gem. Lodges lower their rates, parks empty out, and the rain-washed light is superb for photography. Birdlife is exceptional as resident species breed and migrants are still present. Pack a light rain jacket and embrace the dramatic skies.

Where to Go

Where to go in Kenya in March

Early March still delivers good game viewing before Kenya's long rains build. Expect lush scenery, thinning crowds and falling rates across the Mara and Laikipia.

Masai Mara

Kenya · March

Masai Mara is a standout choice for a March safari in Kenya.

Lush landscapesFewer crowdsLower rates

Laikipia

Kenya · March

Laikipia is a standout choice for a March safari in Kenya.

Lush landscapesFewer crowdsLower rates

Tsavo

Kenya · March

Tsavo is a standout choice for a March safari in Kenya.

Lush landscapesFewer crowdsLower rates

Ready-Made Itineraries

Kenya safari itineraries for March

3 hand-picked itineraries suited to March — every trip is fully customisable to your dates and budget.

Mid range 7-Day Kenya Safari: Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara
Safari
Nairobi City
From$1,972/person
mid range

Mid range 7-Day Kenya Safari: Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara

  • Evening game drive in Amboseli National Park with Kilimanjaro views when skies are clear
  • Full private day in Amboseli National Park, known for large African Elephant herds
  • Complimentary boat ride on Lake naivasha plus a Crescent Island nature walk
7D / 6NDuration
1–100Group
Full BoardMeals
January – February
Includes Transfers Guide Meals Park Fees
Free cancellation · Local experts · Customisable
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Luxury 7 Days lakes and plains safari: Amboseli, Naivasha, Nakuru & Mara
Safari
Nairobi City
From$3,510/person
luxury

Luxury 7 Days lakes and plains safari: Amboseli, Naivasha, Nakuru & Mara

  • Evening game drive in Amboseli National Park with Kilimanjaro views when skies are clear
  • Full private day in Amboseli National Park, known for large African Elephant herds
  • Complimentary boat ride on Lake naivasha plus a Crescent Island nature walk
7D / 6NDuration
1–100Group
Full BoardMeals
January – February
Includes Transfers Guide Meals Park Fees
Free cancellation · Local experts · Customisable
View Details Enquire Now
Ultra luxury 7-Day Kenya Safari: Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara
Safari
Nairobi City
From$4,509/person
ultra luxury

Ultra luxury 7-Day Kenya Safari: Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara

  • Evening game drive in Amboseli National Park with Kilimanjaro views when skies are clear
  • Full private day in Amboseli National Park, known for large African Elephant herds
  • Complimentary boat ride on Lake naivasha plus a Crescent Island nature walk
7D / 6NDuration
1–100Group
Full BoardMeals
January – February
Includes Transfers Guide Meals Park Fees
Free cancellation · Local experts · Customisable
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From your first enquiry to your final game drive, every Kenya itinerary is tailored to your dates and interests, honestly priced and backed by round-the-clock support.

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