June

June is a glorious month for wildlife fanatics. It is the start of many peak safari seasons across some of Africa’s most renowned and best safari parks, as well the start of the humpback whale migration in Mozambique.

The humpback whale season has started, and what better time to visit either Mozambique or Madagascar if you fancy witnessing the incredible migration.

Tanzania’s most popular parks are in full safari swing. What better time to see some prolific wildlife and have the ultimate bush wildlife experience in Ruaha and Selous national parks. Botswana’s Okanvango Delta has also started its peak season. Its fascinating landscapes and wildlife rich paradise make it an incredibly memorable safari destination. June is a great time of year to visit the Lower Zambezi or South Luangwa region in Zambia.

Looking for sunshine and relaxation? Look no further! Mauritius is the perfect place for a family holiday boasting that ideal temperature for all activities.

Conditions for Gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda are once again ideal, whilst Malawi and the Sossusvlei desert in Namibia retain their warm and dry days. These are also both great safari destinations.

South Luangwa, Zambia

Kafunta River Lodge is perfectly location overlooking a permanent lagoon, bordering the South Luangwa National Park. A relaxed camp with wonderful game viewing and excellent guiding, it's one of our top picks for an affordable safari in the South Luangwa.

Kafunta River Lodge

South Luangwa, Zambia

Chamilandu Bush Camp is one of the South Luangwa's most luxurious walking safari camps in a remote area of the park. An authentic experience awaits with expert walking guides and a fabulous setting on a prime stretch of the Luangwa River.

Chamilandu Bush Camp

South Luangwa, Zambia

Chindeni Bush Camp is a stylish and luxurious bush camp in a fabulous position overlooking a permanent lagoon and is the perfect base for a walking safari exploring a remote area of the South Luangwa National Park - this is the ultimate in bush luxury.

Chindeni Bush Camp

South Luangwa, Zambia

Flatdogs Camp is a wonderful safari camp in the Mfuwe area of Zambia’s South Luangwa. Flatdogs is very family-friendly and even has a treehouse for sleeping in, while the combination of exceptional guiding and value for money makes Flatdogs a steal.

Flatdogs Camp

South Luangwa, Zambia

Island Bush Camp is a simple walking camp in a remote area of Zambia's South Luangwa valley. The excellent position overlooking the Luangwa River is a magnet for game, particularly during the dry season. This is the perfect spot for a wild walking safari.

Island Bush Camp

South Luangwa, Zambia

Lion Camp is one of the most remote of the seasonal camps in the northern part of Zambia's renowned South Luangwa National Park. An independent camp set on an oxbow lagoon, enjoy fantastic game viewing from camp away from the more congested Mfuwe area.

Lion Camp

Near Victoria Falls, Zambia

Waterberry Lodge offers an intimate and exclusive stay in a peaceful setting on the banks of the Zambezi, upstream of Victoria Falls. A relaxing base from which to explore the Falls, with plenty of activities on offer to make the most of your stay.

Waterberry Lodge

Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Madagascar

Vakona Forest Lodge is a fantastic wildlife lodge close to Madagascar’s famed Andasibe-Mantadia National Park. Nestled in lush tropical rainforest, Vakona Forest Lodge is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, especially those wanting to see Indri lemurs.

Vakona Forest Lodge

North West Coast, Madagascar

Anjajavy Le Lodge offers an idyllic and remote wildlife and beach stay on Madagascar's north-west coast. Offering a luxurious yet authentic experience, Anjajavy is reachable only by light aircraft making for an exclusive and romantic spot.

Anjajavy

Quirimbas and the North Coast, Mozambique

Azura at Quilalea is the archetypal Robinson Crusoe castaway retreat in northern Mozambique’s untouched Quirimbas islands. Small, chic, low key and full of lovely personal touches, Azura at Quilalea makes for the perfect chilled honeymoon escape.

Azura at Quilalea

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Karoo, South Africa

Spend one of your nights at Samara in their four-poster star bed in a remote and secluded location and watch as the night sky comes to life before your eyes. In our opinion there is no better way to experience the bush at night.

Samara Star Bed Sleepout

Madikwe and the northwest, South Africa

At Madikwe Safari Lodge there are a host of activities for kids to experience the magic of the bush. The Eco House is an educational centre for kids to paint, draw, model, learn about the bush, plenty to keep them entertained for hours!

Families in Madikwe

KwaZulu Natal and the northern coast,South Africa

Spend the day hiking the Drakensberg, the eastern part of the Great Escarpment. Choose from a variety of trails ranging from gentle walks to steep climbs, as well as opportunities to stop for a picnic or even a swim in the natural pools or waterfalls.

Hiking in the Drakensberg

KwaZulu Natal and the northern coast, South Africa

Slip on a pair of walking shoes and spend the morning with an expert ranger and tracker to find the rare and endangered black rhino on foot. Follow rhino tracks, recognise rhino middens and scratching posts, and read the signs of the bush in your search.

Black Rhino Tracking on Foot

KwaZulu Natal and the northern coast, South Africa

Witness the incredible natural ritual of the enormous leatherback and loggerhead turtles as they emerge from the Indian Ocean at Sodwana Bay to lay their eggs in the sand before they head back to the ocean.

Turtle Nesting Adventure

KwaZulu Natal and the northern coast, South Africa

Try something different from the typical game drive and take a dip in the Indian Ocean to experience a safari underwater where you could swim alongside dolphins and tropical fish as well as turtles and even whale sharks!

Phinda Ocean Safari

Madikwe, South Africa

Madikwe is a 'Big Five' safari destination, teeming with wildlife. Whilst on a drive, you should keep an eye out for lion, elephant, black & white rhino, buffalo, leopard, cheetah, giraffe, spotted & brown hyena, and a whole array of plains game.

Game Drives in Madikwe

Madikwe, South Africa

Bush Walking is the closest you get to the essence of the African wilderness. No car engine, no interruptions, just you and nature. With professional guides reading spore on the ground and teaching you the way of the wild this experience is captivating.

Guided Bush Walks in Madikwe

Waterberg, South Africa

Some of the greatest game viewing you can do is from horseback, being able to canter through the Reserve alongside game is an experience like no other. The horses live out in the bush, allowing game to see them just like any other animal.

Horse Riding in Waterberg

Okavango Delta and Moremi, Botswana

Spend a night out on a raised deck at Kanana Camp under the spectacular canopy of stars where the sounds of the bush send you off to sleep. An excellent opportunity to become fully immersed in the wild bush and feel completely cut off from everyone else.

Sleep out at Kanana

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