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East Africa in March

March is a good month to visit for East Africa.

The weather

Long rains starting.

Ant's take

Green, uncrowded, herds moving west; some camps begin closing.

Before this: February (best time). After: April (quiet season). Full picture in our East Africa travel guide.

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East Africa in March: quick answers

Is March a good time to visit East Africa?
March is a good month to visit for East Africa. Long rains starting. Green, uncrowded, herds moving west; some camps begin closing.
What is the best time to visit East Africa?
AskAnt rates January, February, July, August, September, October as the best months for East Africa.