🐾 Top Safari Destinations in June

1. Central & Western Serengeti – Tanzania

• Wildebeest Migration is active, moving toward the Grumeti River.

• Amazing chance to see river crossings before the big crowds of July.

• Big cats and predators are very active.

2. Ngorongoro Crater – Tanzania

• Crystal clear views and excellent wildlife sightings.

• Easy to spot the Big 5 (including black rhino).

• Less fog and fewer vehicles than in peak season.

3. Amboseli National Park – Kenya

• Stunning views of Mt. Kilimanjaro.

• June is dry so elephant herds are out in the open.

• Great birdlife and scenic photography.

4. Samburu & Laikipia Conservancies – Kenya

• Home to the “Samburu Special Five.”

• Fewer tourists than southern parks.

• June is ideal—not too hot, not muddy.

5. Queen Elizabeth & Murchison Falls – Uganda

• Easier game drives as mud dries out.

• Boat safaris on the Nile or Kazinga Channel.

• Combine with gorilla trekking in Bwindi.

🦍 Gorilla Trekking in June

• Uganda & Rwanda: Trails are drier, making hikes easier.

• High demand for gorilla permits books early.

• Excellent time for photography with clear skies.

✅ Why June Is a Great Safari Month

• Start of dry season (ideal conditions)

• Migration action in Western Serengeti

• Good value before peak prices

• Easier access to remote parks

• Comfortable temperatures (not too hot)

📍 Suggested 7-Day Safari Itinerary for June

Tanzania Example

• Day 1: Arrive in Arusha

• Day 2–3: Tarangire (elephants, baobabs)

• Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater

• Day 5–6: Western Serengeti (Migration)

• Day 7: Fly to Zanzibar or depart.

Kenya Example

• Day 1: Nairobi arrival

• Day 2–3: Samburu

• Day 4–5: Amboseli

• Day 6–7: Laikipia or early Masai Mara