Zambia in June

June ushers in the peak safari season, making this month the best time to visit Zambia. There is little to no rainfall, making it prime time for walking safaris and game drives in parks like South Luangwa Park and Sioma Ngwezi.

This is also the ultimate month to pair your safari with a visit to Victoria Falls. By June, the Zambezi River is in full flood, sending a thunderous volume of water over the precipice. This creates the world’s largest curtain of falling water, draped in a constant, shimmering mist that catches the sunlight to produce brilliant rainbows.

The sheer power of the “Smoke that Thunders” is at its most majestic, offering a breathtaking contrast to the golden hues of the dry bush.

Weather in June

There’s very little rain at this time of year, and temperatures drop. During a Zambia safari in June, you can expect days reaching a high of 24℃/75℉. Lows can reach 8℃/46℉, so you’ll need to dress warmly for morning and evening game drives.

National Parks to Visit in Zambia During June

Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park

The views of Victoria Falls are excellent during June. While still mighty, you won’t experience as much spray as earlier in the year, as the water level in the Zambezi has decreased.

There are other reasons to visit Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park besides Victoria Falls, including its population of white rhinos. This is the only park in Zambia to see white rhinos, and you have the opportunity to track these incredible animals on foot.

South Luangwa National Park

South Luangwa National Park is best visited during the dry season in Zambia. In June, there is virtually zero rainfall and the vegetation begins to dry out. Even though June is part of the winter season, the sun is still shining.

You have the opportunity to see four of the Big Five here, with the park being particularly well-known for its population of leopards.

Sioma Ngwezi National Park

A remote safari destination within Zambia, Sioma Ngwezi National Park is known for the impressive Ngonye Falls. This park is part of the Kavango-Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area, an initiative between countries that allows for the free movement of animals across borders.

This park is ideally visited just after the rainy season, while there are still some water sources in the area. Animals – such as elephants, giraffes, and different antelope species – can be seen around watering holes.

Activities to Do in Zambia in June

• Game drives
• Walking safari
• Remote Safaris
• Victoria Falls tours