Amboseli National Park in August – In August, Amboseli National Park usually has little rain. The average high temperature is about 28°C, and the low is around 16°C. Days are about 12 hours long, with the sun rising at about 6:20 am and setting around 5:40 pm.
You can also talk to your tour operator to choose the best time to visit Amboseli National Park.
What to Pack for Your Amboseli August Safari
First, be open-minded and ready for an adventure. Make sure you have enough space in your luggage for the many memories you will make.
Wear comfortable clothes. Avoid heavy or tight clothes. Choose clothes that are easy to wash so you can reuse them during your trip. It is best not to wear bright colors on game drives because they may scare the animals. Most game drives happen in the morning. Bring some warm clothes for early mornings and evenings, but also clothes you can remove when it gets hot. Dressing in layers works best.
The most important items to pack are:
- Clothes in khaki, neutral, or dull colors
- Long-sleeved shirts to protect against mosquitoes and insects
- Light t-shirts
- Shorts or skirts for those who prefer them
- Sweaters for cold mornings and evenings
- Jeans and safari pants
- A light rain jacket because it can rain anytime
- Swimwear for swimming or beach visits
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, insect repellent, moisturizer, and lip balm
- Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
- Binoculars and a scope if you have them
Most airlines limit luggage to about 15 kilograms, while some allow up to 24 kilograms. Keep this in mind when packing. Many hotels and lodges offer laundry services, so you can wash and reuse clothes during your safari.
Other useful but less important items to include:
- Personal toiletry bag with shampoo, soap, deodorant, hairbrush, toothpaste, conditioner, and toothbrush
- Wipes, hand sanitizer, and sanitary products for women
- Scissors and a pocket knife
- An alarm clock, so you don’t lose track of time
- Money pouch or money belt
- Field guide books
- A pen and a notebook
