Travel in August

Where to go in August

High summer, wisely spent

August

Six journeys in season

Each one chosen for what August does to it: the weather, the wildlife, the light.

Tanzania & Zanzibar

Africa

Tanzania & Zanzibar

From $7,800 pp

Peak migration crossings on the Mara River, then spice-island beaches.

Explore Tanzania & Zanzibar
Iceland

Arctic & Polar

Iceland

From $6,300 pp

Every corner of the island reachable, puffins still on the cliffs.

Explore Iceland
Greece

Europe

Greece

From $6,300 pp

Island season in full swing: meltemi breezes, warm seas and long nights.

Explore Greece
Zambia

Africa

Zambia

From $7,800 pp

Prime walking-safari season as wildlife gathers along the Luangwa.

Explore Zambia
Portugal

Europe

Portugal

From $5,200 pp

Atlantic breezes keep the coast fresher than the Mediterranean crush.

Explore Portugal
Sri Lanka

Asia

Sri Lanka

From $4,400 pp

The east coast shines while Kandy's grand Esala Perahera festival parades.

Explore Sri Lanka

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