Start Planning
Call Call us toll-free 020 3199 8875
Search

book with confidence BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE  Read more >>

6. June in Kenya shutterstock 245457619

Kenya in June

June

Emerging from the long rains, June is a great time of year to be on safari, with pleasant temperatures and low humidity – and wildlife sightings on the rise.

  • Day time maximum temperature = 26°C
  • Night time minimum temperature = 10°C
  • Average rainfall = 20mm
  • Average daylight = 12 hours

What's the weather going to be like in Kenya in June?

  • Days are comfortable and nights are occasionally cool at high altitudes
  • Drier and cooler conditions predominate as we emerge from the long rains
  • Temperatures rarely soar, due to cloudy conditions
  • It can be pretty variable, so we suggest packing lots of layers and a light waterproof
  • The kusi monsoon sometimes brings rains at the beginning of June

What are the highlights of visiting Kenya in June?

  • Camps and lodges start to book up, but June is quieter than July and August, which are peak Great Migration months and also school holidays
  • As it’s dry overall, this is one of Kenya’s best months for wildlife viewing – the lack of sun and humidity makes for less concern about applying sunscreen and a comfortable time to be on safari, especially if you’re travelling with children
  • Once the weather has dried up, there are no mosquitoes
  • Amboseli National Park is excellent for seeing elephant
  • As water sources dry up, animals cluster around waterholes and rivers, resulting in easier sightings
  • Fish eagle and pygmy kingfisher can be spotted in Meru National Park, where the central waterways are still flowing following the long rains
  • There are plenty of opportunities to photograph wildlife around waterholes

Any Lowlights?

  • Accommodation can book up quickly
  • Costs are typically high season rates
  • Where grasses are still tall, it’s difficult to spot wildlife
  • A few mosquitoes linger with patchy rains
  • June isn’t recommended for travellers hoping to see the Great Migration – wait until July!

Recommended Safaris to Kenya in June

  • "I'm a regular visitor to Africa and like many of us I just can't wait to go on safari again, especially as I'm aware that the local people desperately need our tourist dollar. Current travel restrictions unfortunately prevented previous arrangements and I was forced to postpone my booking with Ye..."

    Martin trustpilot inline white

  • "Yellow Zebra have been fantastically helpful throughout the initial booking and subsequent postponing and rearranging of my honeymoon due to Covid 19. Shout out to James for being super diligent and knowledgeable - nice guy with an above-average telephone manner."

    Mark trustpilot inline white

  • "Working with YZ has been super easy since the very beginning, and I would highly recommend anyone planning a trip to use them. We worked with them to plan a South African honeymoon, and the initial planning and booking went smoothly with the help of Kim. She was honest, insightful and generally k..."

    Jamie S trustpilot inline white

  • "Just writing to express our great appreciation of Emma & the fabulous team at Yellow Zebra for their outstanding safari support during these crazy Covid challenging times. Late in 2019 we plotted & planned every safari detail with Emma for our 2020 Zambia Zimbabwe safari. With the pandemic raging..."

    Helen from Perth Australia trustpilot inline white

  • "Linda & Emma were very helpful! We planned our trip before the lockdowns with Linda and she created the perfect trip for us! Then this year we needed to change our plans because of Covid-19 and Emma was a rockstar and was able to get everything we wanted. Can't wait to get to Africa in 2022!!"

    Christine trustpilot inline white

Europe's Leading Safari Tour Operator 6 years in a row

  • europes leading safari tour operator 2015
  • EuropeLeadingSafariOperator2016
  • 2017 NEW europes leading safari tour operator 2017 winner shield 256
  • europes leading safari tour operator 2018 winner shield 256
  • europes leading safari tour operator 2019 winner shield 256
  • europes leading safari tour operator 2020 winner shield 256
footer painted cropped top

Tried & Tested

  • We have visited all the destinations we offer
  • We use only the best suppliers and guides
  • We offer unbiased opinions and honest advice

Accredited & Bonded

  • Fully accredited and bonded under ATOL 10614
  • Fully independent and owner run
  • On standby 24 hours per day, 365 days per year

Passionate Experts

  • Our consultants have lived and worked in Africa and have a real passion for what they do
  • We offer fully bespoke and skilled itinerary design with a friendly and helpful approach

Our Guarantee

  • Fair, consistent pricing
  • No surprise credit card fees
  • Skilled advice from real experts
  • It’s that simple

footer painted cropped top
©Yellow Zebra Safaris
  • Atol Protected Black
  • atta logo transparent 01
  • trustpilot