June marks the beginning of winter in Southern Africa, while in East Africa, the long rains have just ended and the savannah is lush. It’s not quite peak-season yet, and an African safari in June offers opportunities to make the best of shoulder season pricing and avoid the busiest times in the months to come.
Serengeti safari in June
The middle of the year in the central Serengeti sees the Great Wildebeest Migration heed the compass and head north-west towards Serengeti’s western corridor. The hills are alive with the sound of too-thick herds preparing for the great Grumeti River crossing. Continue exploring…
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A stay at Sanctuary Kichakani Serengeti Camp will ensure you see the Great Wildebeest Migration. © Sanctuary Retreats -
In between game drives, relax in the guest area at Serengeti Mobile Camp. © Legendary Expeditions
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You won’t fail to be impressed by the Great Wildebeest Migration when staying at Sanctuary Kichakani Serengeti Camp. © Sanctuary Retreats
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Enjoy unparalleled views of the southern Serengeti from Serengeti Pioneer Camp. © Elewana Collection
Ngorongoro Crater safari in June
Green and pleasant after the rains, you’ll see the crater floor at its prettiest on safari in June. For a sneak peek before the peak season begins in July, now is the time. A safari at Ngorongoro makes a perfect partner for the Serengeti now. Continue exploring…
Waterberg safari in June
South African safaris are at their best between June and October – there’s nothing bleak about midwinter here. The Waterberg in the country’s northwest offers warm days, cool nights, walking safaris and blazing campfires. Continue exploring…
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There are just five eco-suites at Marataba Mountain Lodge. © More Private Travel
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There are several walking trails from Marataba Mountain Lodge. © More Private Travel
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Marataba Mountain Lodge is tucked away in its own private 23,000ha concession. © More Private Travel
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The best time for a walking safari in South Africa is during the cool, dry months. © More Marataba Trails Lodge
Hwange safari in June
The scarcity of water in Hwange becomes more severe as winter advances, obliging the herds to converge on the few reliable water points. Herds merge and swell to create huge concentrations – the later the date, the scarcer the water and the more game you’ll see. Continue exploring…
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Disembark for a game drive in Hwange during your train safari. © The Hide
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To cool off, elephant take turns enjoying the waterhole and the elephant pool right next to Somalisa Camp. © African Bush Camps
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Buffalo herds are common sights at Linkwasha Camp. © Wilderness Safaris
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A Zimbabwe safari is incomplete without seeing elephant frolic in the water. © Wilderness Safaris
Uganda safari in June
Uganda experiences a dry season in June and July, when you can undertake primate safaris with fewer drips and slips – less muddy paths are great for journeys on foot. Trek for gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and go searching for chimps in one of Uganda’s many verdant forest reserves. Combine Uganda with the central Serengeti and you can confirm this with the peerless pedestrians involved in the Great Wildebeest Migration, which will be in full swing. Continue exploring…
Quirimbas archipelago to end your safari in June
Including some Quirimbas time in your African safari in June gives a perfectly balanced safari-and-beach holiday. The Southern African winter chases away the heat and humidity, letting you concentrate on idle pursuits on pristine sweeps of sand. Continue exploring…
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Quilalea Private Island is thick with mangroves and ringed by white sand beaches . © Azura Boutique Retreats
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Quilalea Private Island offers a great snorkelling experience. © Azura Boutique Retreats
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At Quilalea Private Island you can dive off a dhow into the warm sea. © Azura Boutique Retreats
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Sandbank picnics are a must in Mozambique. © Ibo Island Lodge
