Is January a good time to visit East Africa?

January is one of the best months to visit for East Africa. Dry, warm, short-grass plains. Calving season begins in the southern Serengeti — extraordinary predator viewing.

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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East Africa in January

January is one of the best months to visit for East Africa.

The weather

Dry, warm, short-grass plains.

Ant's take

Calving season begins in the southern Serengeti — extraordinary predator viewing.

Before this: December (good time). After: February (best time). Full picture in our East Africa travel guide.

East Africa through the year

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East Africa in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit East Africa?: January is one of the best months to visit for East Africa. Dry, warm, short-grass plains. Calving season begins in the southern Serengeti — extraordinary predator viewing.
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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