Shimba Hills National Reserve, Kenya: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Shimba Hills National Reserve, Kenya? If you're planning to go to Shimba Hills National Reserve, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

Contents

  1. When to go to Shimba Hills National Reserve
  2. Important essentials for Shimba Hills National Reserve
  3. Activities for Shimba Hills National Reserve
  4. Shimba Hills National Reserve in January: weather and what to pack
  5. Shimba Hills National Reserve in February: weather and what to pack
  6. Shimba Hills National Reserve in March: weather and what to pack
  7. Shimba Hills National Reserve in April: weather and what to pack
  8. Shimba Hills National Reserve in May: weather and what to pack
  9. Shimba Hills National Reserve in June: weather and what to pack
  10. Shimba Hills National Reserve in July: weather and what to pack
  11. Shimba Hills National Reserve in August: weather and what to pack
  12. Shimba Hills National Reserve in September: weather and what to pack
  13. Shimba Hills National Reserve in October: weather and what to pack
  14. Shimba Hills National Reserve in November: weather and what to pack
  15. Shimba Hills National Reserve in December: weather and what to pack

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Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Shimba Hills National Reserve, Kenya

Based on the climate and weather in Shimba Hills National Reserve, the best time to go is February. See below for details.

Important essentials for Shimba Hills National Reserve, Kenya

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Shimba Hills National Reserve, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

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  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards frequently wear out. An unreadable vaccination card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly product.


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to take an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a excellent kit.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for Shimba Hills National Reserve, Kenya by month

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January

January in this region can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains 5-10 days this month.

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February

February in this region dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains occasionally.

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March

If you go to Shimba Hills National Reserve in March, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Expect it to rain regularly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

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April

April in this region is really hot. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.

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May

May is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.

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June

June in this region is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains regularly.

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July

Traveling to Shimba Hills National Reserve in July, you will notice that it is hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (low 20s C).

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August

If you are traveling to Shimba Hills National Reserve in August, you will notice that it is hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (low 20s C).

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September

Traveling to Shimba Hills National Reserve in September, you will notice that it is hot. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).

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October

October in Shimba Hills National Reserve is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains regularly.

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November

Traveling to Shimba Hills National Reserve in November, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

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December

December here can be very hot. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.

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