Like September, October is a dry month and good for safaris in East Africa. The pasture in the parks have been consumed and the migratory species start moving in search of pasture and water. The instincts of wildlife for survival are high and there is a tendency to protect territories for both the predators and prey. In the Maasai Mara, the migration cycle begins yet again as the wildebeests start their journey back to the Serengeti in Tanzania. Wild animals congregate at watering holes and fight for control. Like July, August and September, October is a great safari month and the end of the peak season. Again, the climatic changes across the world have affected safari seasons and it is common to see spill over in game activities long into other months.

Weather:

Rainfall: October is a dry month.

Temperature: October is a dry month with high temperatures during the day,hitting a high of 35° C in some areas.

The coastal towns of Mombasa and Malindi offer a great break away from a safari with a swim in the warm waters of the Indian ocean. Sun basking and tanning are also great at this time.

Samburu is hot with daytime temperatures reaching a high of 35 ° C and chilly nights.

Maasai Mara and Amboseli have hot days and chilly nights

Clothing: A traveler is advised to carry some warm clothing for the chilly nights in the parks.

                   

 

Kenya Safari Costs October in US$ per person per day sharing (Season: Peak)

 

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	632	370	957	710
	Road	120	120	400	280	825	795
Amboseli National Park	Air	N/A	N/A	580	360	615	445
	Road	120	120	391	259	585	445
Samburu Game Reserve	Air	N/A	N/A	650	360	829	468
	Road	120	120	391	259	699	699
Beach Holiday   Mombasa	Sarova White Sands  2 People Sharing		Standard Single			250	Half Board
			Standard Double			350
			Palm Single			320
			Palm Double			400
			Sea Front Single			330
			Sea Front Double			410
			Suites : One bedroom			575
			Two bedroom			900
			Presidential			1510
Beach Holiday Malindi	Hemmingway's Hotel  2 People Sharing from 14th October		Superior single			223	Half Board
			Deluxe Double/Twin			359
			Junior Suite			398
			Executive Suite (one bedroom)			640
			Executive Suite (Two bedroom)			970
	Coral Key Beach Resort		Superior rooms			206	Half Board

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 October vary  upwards or downwards depending on; Category of the property in terms of service levels and exclusivity of the property.