Region and month
Where to go in Sub-Saharan Africa in January
4 of the 5 destinations we track in Sub-Saharan Africa are a strong fit in January, 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 January
#1
Kenya
Kenya
January fit: 9/10
USD 100–220 / person / day
Best June to October
#2
Zanzibar
Tanzania
January fit: 9/10
USD 150–250 / person / day
Best June to October
#3
Tanzania Safari + Zanzibar
Tanzania
January fit: 9/10
USD 265–455 / person / day
Best June to October
#4
Tanzania Safari
Tanzania
January fit: 9/10
USD 400–700 / person / day
Best June to October
Where January 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 January?
- 4 of the 5 destinations we track in Sub-Saharan Africa are a strong fit in January, based on our season model.
- Which places in Sub-Saharan Africa are worth avoiding in January?
- No destination in this region scores poorly in this month.
- What is the cheapest option in Sub-Saharan Africa in January?
- Kenya carries our lowest mid-range estimate here, around 100–220 per person for a typical trip.