East Africa · Month by month · Best time
East Africa in August
August is one of the best months to visit for East Africa.
The weather
Dry, cool mornings.
Ant's take
Peak Mara crossings. Camps sell out a year ahead.
Before this: July (best time). After: September (best time). Full picture in our East Africa travel guide.
East Africa through the year
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East Africa in August: quick answers
- Is August a good time to visit East Africa?
- August is one of the best months to visit for East Africa. Dry, cool mornings. Peak Mara crossings. Camps sell out a year ahead.
- What is the best time to visit East Africa?
- AskAnt rates January, February, July, August, September, October as the best months for East Africa.
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