Region and month

Where to go in Sub-Saharan Africa in August

4 of the 5 destinations we track in Sub-Saharan Africa are a strong fit in August, based on our season model.

Fit and cost figures are My Travel Choices estimates from our own destination model, not live prices or booking data.

Best fits in Sub-Saharan Africa for August

  1. #1

    Kenya

    Kenya

    August fit: 9/10

    USD 100–220 / person / day

    Best June to October

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  2. #2

    Zanzibar

    Tanzania

    August fit: 9/10

    USD 150–250 / person / day

    Best June to October

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  3. #3

    Tanzania Safari + Zanzibar

    Tanzania

    August fit: 9/10

    USD 265–455 / person / day

    Best June to October

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  4. #4

    Tanzania Safari

    Tanzania

    August fit: 9/10

    USD 400–700 / person / day

    Best June to October

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Where August is a weaker choice

No destination in this region scores poorly in this month.

Common questions

Where should I travel in Sub-Saharan Africa in August?
4 of the 5 destinations we track in Sub-Saharan Africa are a strong fit in August, based on our season model.
Which places in Sub-Saharan Africa are worth avoiding in August?
No destination in this region scores poorly in this month.
What is the cheapest option in Sub-Saharan Africa in August?
Kenya carries our lowest mid-range estimate here, around 100–220 per person for a typical trip.

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