Top Honeymoon Destinations in Africa
Newlyweds looking to combine adventure, romance, breathtaking natural beaty, thrill, luxury, and exclusivity with phenomenal game viewing, vast unspoiled landscapes, the magic of the African bushveld, beautiful beaches, bucket-list worthy experiences, and so much more, look no further than AFRICA!
We’re often asked, which is the best country to visit for a honeymoon. We can firmly say, without a single once of doubt, that a honeymoon safari in East, Southern or South Africa should be high up on any newlywed couple’s list of honeymoon destinations.
While there is no shortage of romantic places and destinations around the world, very few can offer an unforgettable once-in-a-lifetime experience like an African safari honeymoon – it is simply unmatched! Not to mention it will surpass and exceed your EVERY expectation! Regarded as one of the most highly sought-after honeymoon and top safari destinations in the world, Africa offers some of the most astonishing safari, wildlife, travel opportunities, and adventures on the planet. With more luxury, privacy, world-class wildlife sightings, and once-in-a-lifetime safari experiences than anywhere else on earth, you’re bound to fall head-over-heels in love with not only the sheer unmatched natural beauty of Africa in its purest form, but the wild, vivid, and untamed African bushveld and everything it has to offer.
Revel in the natural beauty of the unspoiled African wilderness as you embark on a safari honeymoon of a lifetime. Home to some of the best – if not THE best – National parks, conservancies, wildlife reserves, luxury lodges, and safari destinations in the world, it’s no surprise people travel from all corners of the globe to experience all of Africa’s wilderness wonder, safari magic, unparalleled wildlife viewing, and glorious natural beauty first-hand. It’s safe to say Africa has all the ingredients for a honeymoon you’ll absolutely never forget!
When it comes to Africa’s array of honeymoon destinations, you better believe that they are every bit as diverse as the continent itself. To take it to the next level, Africa’s vast and incredibly diverse honeymoon destinations can be experienced as stand-alone destinations or in combination with each other – therein lies the magic of Africa!
Africa offers luxury accommodation in spell-binding locations. From exclusive villas, luxury Safari Lodges, and 5-star Safari Resorts, to uniquely lavish cave suites, modern eco-friendly tented suites, and one-of-a-kind treehouse escapes under the African stars, a romantic honeymoon in Africa is the pinnacle of exclusivity, luxury, and romance. All set within the heart of the wilderness and positioned to provide true away-from-it-all indulgence with panoramic views of the wildlife, stunning savannah, and magnificent surrounding wilderness, the only ‘interruptions’ you’ll encounter are wandering elephants, curious giraffe or, if you’re lucky, a lion basking in the midday sun.
We’re not done yet, oh no, you just wait! In Africa, safari and romance go hand-in-hand. Indulge in a candle-lit dinner on a tropical beach or under the starry sky in the heart of the African wilderness, savour the beauty of an African bush sunset with a glass of champagne or sundowner in hand, soak up the sun beside your private pool as wildlife pass on by, make the most of your private guide for bespoke safari activities & experiences, enjoy every second of a hot air balloon ride over the pristine Masai Mara or vast open Savannah plains at sunrise or sleep outside in a tree house or lavish bed under the stars.
WAIT, IT DOESN’T END THERE! Why not enjoy a relaxing massage followed by a refreshing dip in the safari spa pool, perfectly complimented by magnificent wilderness views? Or how about a bubble bath for two overlooking the glorious unspoiled savanna after your exhilarating game drive filed with incredible wildlife sightings? As an added bonus, your safari lodge, camp, or resort can arrange private flights, dining experiences, game drives, or private villas for ultimate exclusivity and uninterrupted romance. What can we say, in Africa, the opportunities are truly endless!
Now that we’ve totally, completely, and utterly persuaded you (or convinced you – both work!) that Africa should without a doubt be your honeymoon destination of choice – we’re sure you’re wondering ‘Well, WHERE in Africa should I go on honeymoon?’. Lucky for you, we’ve tailor-made Africa honeymoons for thousands of newly-weds from across the globe! Here is our expert advice on what some of the top honeymoon destinations in Africa are.
#1 Botswana
Southern Africa’s Premier Wildlife Destination
After months of planning your big day, you are finally newlyweds – Congratulations! This means its officially time to plan your very first great adventure together, your honeymoon!
If you’ve been dreaming of a safari honeymoon in Africa, chances are Botswana has made its way onto your ultimate honeymoon destination bucket-list – and we couldn’t be more excited for you!
Beyond being one of the most remarkable wilderness areas on earth, not to mention one of Africa’s most exclusive & highly sought-after wildlife and safari destinations, Botswana offers newlyweds the very best combination of romance, adventure, luxury, and exclusivity, paired with phenomenal game viewing, vast unspoiled landscapes, expansive lush green surroundings, wide-open plains domed by starlit skies and teeming with wildlife, sunsets that will leave you swooning, an endless array of exceptional destinations and attractions to discover and explore, and several unforgettable experiences and adventures you won’t find anywhere else than right here in the glorious African safari destination that is Botswana – And let’s not forget the sheer unapologetic beauty of the African bushveld. With more privacy and once-in-a-lifetime experiences than anywhere else on earth, we have no doubt that you will fall head-over-heels in love with this magical African safari and wilderness gem as you bask in every second of your newlywed bliss!
The magnificent Southern African country of Botswana is a one-of-a-kind honeymoon destination which will undoubtedly exceed all your newlywed expectations!
While Botswana has loudly and proudly established itself as one of the top honeymoon destinations in Africa for loved-up honeymooners across the globe, did you know this glorious African wildlife and safari gem is also the honeymoon destination of choice among Royals? Now that’s certainly something to brag about! However, beyond being one of Africa’s most highly acclaimed honeymoon destinations, Botswana beckons avid travelers, head-over-heels wildlife lovers, blissful newlyweds, globe-trotting adventurers, and keen safari goers from around the world eager to witness, discover, explore, and experience her wild, untamed, and unapologetic natural beauty, extraordinary wildlife, and remarkable diversity firsthand.
What makes Botswana even more unique is its surrounding National Parks, landscapes, attractions, and of course the glorious Okavango Delta. Flanked on the east by the rolling savannah of the Savute and the sought-after elephant paradise of the Chobe National Park, together with the far-flung stretches of the Makgadikgadi saltpans and the semi-desert grasslands of the Kalahari in the south, the evergreen jewel of the Okavango Delta is at the heart of Botswana’s safari attractions.
Okavango Delta
The Okavango Delta
The magnificent Okavango Delta is one of the world’s largest inland deltas, as well as a declared UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa. Deemed one of the world’s premier wilderness areas, the Okavango Delta is a vast and virtually untouched freshwater wetland that covers between 6 and 15 000 square kilometers of Kalahari Desert in northern Botswana and owes its existence to the Okavango (Kavango) River, which gives rise to the Okavango Delta’s dynamic ecosystem.
The Okavango River flows from the Angolan highlands, across Namibia’s Caprivi Strip, and into the harsh Kalahari Desert. Unlike most river deltas (which usually lead to an ocean), the Okavango River empties onto open land, flooding the savanna and creating a unique and ever-changing inland delta, attracting countless wildlife and birdlife species. The Okavango Delta is affected by seasonal flooding, with flood water from Angola reaching the Delta between March and June, peaking in July. This peak flood season coincides with Botswana’s dry season, resulting in the great migration of plains game from the dry hinterland.
**Extra Insight: As the Okavango Delta is at the center of Botswana’s safari industry, it features several of Africa’s premier Safari Camps, Resorts, and luxury Safari Lodges – Perfect for an African honeymoon filled with ample romance, copious amounts of excitement, remarkable wildlife and birdlife sightings, luxury accommodation, and SO much more.
Prolific Wildlife Sightings & Encounters
First and foremost, Botswana is the ultimate wildlife destination. Home to some of the most prolific wildlife species on the African continent, very few countries can compare to the sheer diversity and sensational abundance of wildlife that reside in Botswana.
Chobe National Park: Home to the World’s largest concentration of Elephants
Botswana covers a total area of +/- 581,730 sq. km. Approximately 40% of this land forms part of a wildlife-protected area which serves as a sanctuary for the world’s largest concentration of elephants which primarily reside in Chobe National Park as well as acts as a stronghold for other endangered mammals, including the black rhinoceros and African wild dog. As Botswana boasts a plethora of unique and diverse landscapes, eco-systems, and habitats it gives avid wildlife lovers and newlyweds the incredible opportunity to see even the rarest of wildlife species.
Botswana is also unique in the fact that it supports large concentrations of wildlife, as well as several amazing species of birdlife, reptiles, and amphibians on both a seasonal and permanent basis. For avian enthusiasts, there is no better place in the world to see the Slaty Egret and Wattled Crane, not to mention the illusive Pels Fishing Owl, which is extremely rare with many birding enthusiasts having never seen one before. It comes as no surprise that travelling to Botswana and witnessing this incredible bird in its natural habitat for the very first time has been known to bring even the most avid of birdwatchers to tears.
Lion: The King of the African Bushveld
Among its exceptionally diverse, vast, and varied wildlife and birdlife species, a visit to the premium wildlife destination of Botswana will almost guarantee sightings of the most famous of Africa’s mammals, the African Big Five of course (lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalos).
Rhinos
Here is a quick guide for the best chance of spotting the Big Five in Botswana – each of which should be on your Botswana African safari honeymoon bucket-list:
- Chobe National Park for the highest concentration of elephants.
- Savuti region for lion sightings.
- Northern Okavango to see the large Cape buffalo.
- Moremi Game Reserve will offer excellent rhino sightings.
- Mashatu Game Reserve plays host to the elusive leopard.
As a large portion of its land is dedicated to conservation, with a strict ban on virtually all hunting implemented in 2013, Botswana is a true haven for wildlife. As a result several of its protected areas, including the remarkable Chobe National Park, glorious Okavango Delta, and the incredible Moremi Game Reserve, rank among the best game viewing destinations in both Africa and the world.
Botswana’s wild unapologetic natural beauty, vastly diverse landscapes, pristine unfenced surroundings, and prolific wildlife population guarantees a truly authentic African safari and honeymoon experience.
Safari Adventures & Experiences
Newlyweds looking to enjoy an African safari honeymoon filled with endless adventure and once-in-a-lifetime safari experiences, look no further than Botswana! Beyond its lavish luxury and exclusivity, Botswana is brimming with thrilling adventures, exhilarating experiences, and exciting safari activities – All of which are right at your fingertips and yours for the taking!
Depending on what you’re looking to experience – or if you’re eager to experience it ALL (who could possibly blame you?!) – Botswana and its host of immaculate safari lodges boasts an endless variety of safari adventures and experiences to enjoy as newlyweds, including:
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Day & Night Game Drives / Safaris:
Game drives are the main focus when on safari in Botswana. You’ll head out in the early morning and late afternoons to look for big game, then return to camp with a spotlight to catch nocturnal animals on the prowl.
Enjoy a thrilling game drive in an open 4×4 vehicle with an experienced and knowledgeable wildlife guide by your side as you encounter sensational up-close wildlife sightings like you never have before.
For those thrill-seekers at heart, why not venture into the Botswana wilderness at night and revel in every exhilarating second of an exciting night game drive? In all honesty, there are very few experiences that can compare or even come close to hearing a lion – the al-mighty king of the bushveld – roar during a night drive or safari excursion. It will absolutely send shivers down your spine in the absolute best and most invigorating way possible – Talk about a once-in-a-lifetime bucket-list worthy experience!
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Guided Walking Safaris / Bush Walks
Guided Walking Safari in the heart of Botswana’s vast & wonderful bushveld
If you’re eager for something a little more wild and daring, ditch the safari vehicle and proceed on foot on an unforgettable walking safari alongside an exceptional and highly experienced wildlife guide. Exploring the African bushveld on foot encourages you to fully immerse yourself in Botswana’s vast and untamed wilderness and witness magnificent up-close wildlife sightings and encounters you only tend to read about in books and travel magazines.
Guided walking safaris / bush walks further give you the amazing opportunity to explore, and experience the African bushveld and all of its incredible inhabitants from a whole new perspective as you encounter a vast and wonderful array of wildlife, birdlife, and so much more you may not be able to spot while on a 4×4 safari vehicle To kick it up another notch on the thrill and adventure scale, you can even embark on a night-time guided walking safari / bush walk – Talk about an adrenalin rush like no other!
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Boat Safaris & Traditional Mokoro River Safaris:
Botswana is known for taking couples, keen travelers, and newlyweds on a trip of a lifetime. This means your Botswana African Safari Honeymoon and its ample wildlife adventures and experiences DON’T just revolve around or end at going on game drives or safaris alone! Oh no!
Boat Sa
Many of Botswana’s safari camps, resorts, and lodges are located on or near water. Water levels in Botswana are at its highest during June – August, especially in Botswana’s crown jewel the Okavango Delta. This allows avid thrill-seeking and down-right adventurous guests, and newlyweds with the very best opportunity to enjoy a thrilling boating and canoe safari, with the most popular and exhilarating being traversing the waterways on a traditional Mokoro canoe.
Traditional Mokoro Safari
**Quick insight: A Mokoro is essentially a traditional dug-out canoe which is used to traverse and explore the narrow waterways and complex, yet thriving, channels of the Okavango Delta, as well as discover hidden islands that are inaccessible throughout the rest of the year.
This vast and virtually untouched freshwater wetland area fed by the Okavango River, is an astonishing and endless oasis characterized by a complex network of channels, islands, floodplains, riverine woodlands, marshlands, and lagoons that offer travelers, wildlife and nature enthusiasts, avid adventurers, and globe trotters a truly immersive experience and out-of-this-world perspective into a world of thriving waterways and vast flourishing wetlands teeming with wildlife, birdlife, luscious vegetation, magnificent landscapes, breathtaking surroundings, and so much more – you simply have to see it to believe it!
The Okavango Delta truly is a water wonderland in every way – this undoubtedly makes exploring the Delta by Mokoro safari the very best way to discover and experience everything it has to offer.
Enjoying a Mokoro safari journey through the Delta is not only a unique safari adventure that is entirely exclusive to the Okavango Delta & Botswana, but it is also one of the top and most exciting things you can ONLY do in Africa. Going on a traditional Mokoro safari in the glorious Okavango Delta gives you the opportunity to see, discover, encounter, and explore hidden gems, secret spots, as well as witness diverse and rare wildlife and birdlife sightings you might not otherwise have spotted or seen on a traditional game drive.
Nowhere else in the world can you experience the sublime serenity of being poled along in a traditional dugout canoe as birds like jacanas and herons walk among the lilies, elephants arrive to feed on the soft grass, and sitatunga antelope retreat shyly into the reeds. It’s all of this and so much more that makes the Okavango Delta (along with going on a traditional Mokoro safari), one of the best experiences and top destinations in Africa.
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More Safari Experiences & Activities
Wait, there’s MORE! Besides bucket-list worthy open-vehicle day and night drives, adventure-filled walking and canoe safaris, and of course Mokoro Canoe adventures, honeymooners can look forward to even more fantastic, fun, and exciting safari adventures and experiences. Jump on a mountain bike for a new way to explore Botswana’s diverse terrain and surroundings, embark on an amazing hiking expedition, take to the skies by helicopter or plane and discover and explore the stunning landscapes from a bird’s eye view, or go on a memorable horse-back ride.
Your safari lodge, camp, or resort can also arrange private flights, dining experiences, exclusive game drives, personal walking, canoe, and Mokoro safaris, as well as unique, tailored-made, private safari experiences and adventures exclusively reserved for you and your new husband or wife.
These are merely a few of the once-in-a-lifetime experiences you can tick off your Botswana honeymoon and African safari bucket-list.
Premium Luxury Accommodation in Botswana
Boasting ultra-luxurious accommodation, lavish facilities, and superb safari experiences – Botswana is any honeymooners’ dream come true. When it comes to its spectacular array of exclusive accommodation options, Botswana offers guests and honeymooners a pristine level of privacy that is simply unparalleled and impossible to find in any other destination – Allowing newlyweds to enjoy true uninterrupted romance right throughout their dreamy African safari honeymoon.
From exclusive villas, luxury Safari Lodges and 5-star Safari Resorts, to uniquely lavish cave suites, eco-friendly, and modern tented suites, and one-of-a-kind treehouse escapes under the stars, Botswana is the pinnacle of exclusive luxury safari honeymoons. To take it to the next level, newlyweds and honeymooners can expect luxurious, intimate cabins and lodges nestled amongst sensational scenery, whether it be in the wild Botswana bush or along the stunning Indian Ocean coastline. Most of its exclusivity, privacy, and tranquility is owed to its relatively inaccessible and gloriously remote location.
Despite some camps being situated on remote islands in the heart of the Okavango Delta, they still take ‘glamping’ to a new level. Think spa facilities, swimming pool pavilions and in-room, wood burning stoves in the middle of the Kalahari.
Newlyweds will almost feel like they’ve escaped to their very own piece of African wilderness paradise – and perhaps they have (that’s one secret we’ll never reveal) – fully immersed in every part of their breathtaking natural surroundings – It truly is a beyond magical and unforgettable honeymoon experience unlike any other.
Botswana is the epitome of romance, lavish luxury, tranquility, and exclusivity and you’ll be hard-pressed to find a honeymoon destination that comes remotely close to what the African safari gem of Botswana has to offer. Botswana prides itself on its uniquely personalized and exceptionally high-quality standards of service and goes above and beyond to provide all guests and newlyweds with the utmost privacy.
This not only allows for an incredibly exclusive and unbelievably luxurious and tranquil African safari experience, perfect for a romantic honeymoon in one of the most beautiful and scenic locations in the world, but gives newlyweds the opportunity to escape all distractions as they revel in their newfound newlywed bliss while on their dream African safari honeymoon.
Why we love Botswana for a honeymoon in Africa:
- Glide through the Okavango Delta’s tranquil waterways on a traditional mokoro (think of it as the Venice of safari).
- Combine luxury and adventure at intimate camps in remote locations.
- Enjoy some of the best water-based game viewing in Southern Africa.
- Spend a night in a romantic star-bed under the infinite Milky Way.
- Botswana boasts prolific wildlife sightings & encounters.
- Enjoy tons of exhilarating safari adventures & experiences.
Experiences that are entirely EXCLUSIVE to Botswana:
Leopard on the prowl for his next target in Chobe National Park’s ‘Predator City’
- Sleep outside under the stars in the Makgadikgadi Pans
- Glide along the vast waterways of the Okavango Delta in a traditional Mokoro safari
- Botswana’s Chobe National Park boasts an impressive and exceptional population of African elephants, which is said to exceed 120,000 – Undoubtedly making it one of the top places, if not THE top place, on the planet to witness these remarkable gentle giants of the African bushveld in their natural environment.
- Zebra migration in Botswana: Taking place between December to March, the Zebra migrations in Botswana is still somewhat of a relatively new phenomenon to the avid wildlife and safari fundi. This migration is broken into two distinct groups: The Nxai Pan Zebra Migration and the Okavango Delta to Makgadikgadi Pan movement. To immerse yourself in this African wildlife spectacle and see all of the amazing sightings of this remarkable zebra migration, safari experts suggest that you focus your efforts on either the Nxai Pan or the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans in order to witness the incredible, diverse, and equally abundant game, bird life, as well as all of the zebras of course.
- Famously coined Chobe National Park’s ‘Predator City’, the Savuti region of Chobe, set at the remote heart of the park, is deemed as one of the best places in Africa to witness the most dramatic predator action.
Best Time to Travel to Botswana
Are you looking to experience a wild Botswana safari adventure that’ll make your heart sing? Then the best time to visit this extraordinary and exciting African safari destination / plan your honeymoon to Botswana is during its dry winter season which takes place from June to October.
By far one of the top reasons why the dry season is deemed as the prime time to visit Botswana, including the untouched freshwater wetland of the Okavango Delta, rolling savannah of the Savuti, Africa’s elephant paradise of Chobe National Park, the Makgadikgadi saltpans and the semi-desert grasslands of the Kalahari, is because of the sheer abundance and glorious diversity of birdlife and wildlife present during this period. This is when the animals truly come out to play, putting on a show that will without a doubt leave you wanting more – This is what return visits are for!
In case we haven’t convinced you yet, here are a few more reasons why you should plan a trip to Botswana during its dry winter season. Trust us, this is one decision you absolutely won’t regret.
- During Botswana’s dry winter season, the grass is considerably lower, and the trees have less foliage than during its wet summer season – This allows for optimal game-viewing visibility, which makes for spectacular wildlife sightings and encounters.
- Due to minimal rainfall during Botswana’s dry season, animals are concentrated in ever increasing numbers around permanent water sources and various watering holes. This gives visitors and wildlife enthusiasts the opportunity to enjoy incredible wildlife sightings as animals flood in from far and wide to take advantage of these water sources.
- Although Botswana’s dry season coincides with its winter season, this time of year is characterised by little to no rainfall and sunshine-filled days, with mild and lovely day-time temperatures. This makes it the ideal time to explore and experience everything Botswana and its surrounding wilderness areas have to offer.
- Due to minimal rainfall, it’s the perfect time for visitors to tick some thrilling adventure experiences off their Botswana bucket-list.
- Water levels are at its highest during June – August in the Okavango Delta. This provides visitors, thrill seekers and avid adventurers with the best opportunity to enjoy a thrilling boating and canoe safari, with the most popular and exhilarating being traversing the waterways on a traditional mokoro canoe. The unique mokoro or dugout canoe is a traditional canoe used to negotiate the channels of the Okavango Delta. This is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure everyone visiting Botswana should experience at least once.
- Many animals migrate to the Okavango Delta during the dry winter season. It is estimated that around 260,000 mammals congregate around the delta during this time of year. This gives visitors the incredible opportunity to see a diverse variety of wildlife in their natural habitat. As the Okavango Delta is affected by seasonal flooding with flood water from Angola reaching the Delta between March and June, peaking in July, this coincides with Botswana’s dry season, resulting in great migrations of plains game from the dry hinterland.
- Botswana, especially the Okavango Delta, experiences a largely mosquito-free winter climate during this period.
Botswana’s dry winter season is also the best time to visit the renowned Okavango Delta and see it in full flood – Something everyone should get to experience at least once in their lives. In addition, as most local and international travelers to this unique, vast, and virtually untouched freshwater wetland area at the heart of Botswana’s arid Kalahari Desert travel to this bucket-list destination for its incredible wildlife sightings, they will certainly not be disappointed as the dry season is prime wildlife season in the Delta. As the Okavango Delta boast a complex and beautiful ecosystem, it supports an abundance and prolific diversity of remarkable wildlife species within a setting of dazzling natural beauty. In fact, the Delta is widely known as one of the most wildlife-rich areas in Africa.
A myriad of wildlife species can be found within the delta, some of which include: African Bush Elephant, African Buffalo, Hippopotamus, Topi, Blue Wildebeest, Giraffe, Nile crocodile, Lion, Cheetah, Leopard, Brown Hyena, Spotted Hyena, Black Rhinoceros, White Rhinoceros, Plains Zebra, Warthog, and Chacma Baboons (to mention merely a few). That’s not all! You will also encounter several unusual antelope species like puku, sitatunga and red lechwe (many of which you may never have encountered before) – Making the Okavango Delta any wildlife lover’s dream come true! Not to mention the Okavango Delta is world-famous for its variety of predators. Which means wildlife enthusiasts are in for quite a thrilling wildlife experience and African wilderness adventure when visiting the Okavango Delta during its dry winter season.
Besides the Okavango Delta’s exceptional wildlife sightings, here are more reasons why visiting the Okavango Delta during the dry winter season is a great idea:
- Water levels are at its highest during June – August in the Okavango Delta. This provides visitors, thrill seekers and avid adventurers with the best opportunities for boating and canoe safaris. Besides authentic wildlife and birdlife sightings, many people travel to the Okavango Delta to enjoy water-based safaris – traversing the waterways on a traditional mokoro canoe. The unique mokoro (also spelt mokoro) or dugout canoe is a traditional canoe used to negotiate the channels of the Okavango Delta. This makes for an authentic and equally unique Okavango Delta experience.
- Many animals migrate to the Okavango Delta during the dry winter season. It is estimated that around 260,000 mammals congregate around the delta during this time of year. This gives visitors the incredible opportunity to see a diverse variety of wildlife in their natural habitat. As the Okavango Delta is affected by seasonal flooding with flood water from Angola reaching the Delta between March and June, peaking in July, this coincides with Botswana’s dry season, resulting in great migrations of plains game from the dry hinterland.
- Although the Okavango Delta’s dry season coincides with its winter season, the average day-time temperatures are mild and lovely enough to explore and experience everything the delta has to offer. Including going on some exciting adventures as well as enjoying a thrilling Okavango Delta safari.
- The Okavango Delta experiences minimal rainfall during this period allowing for tons of adventuring, exploring, and discovering the delta’s unique and breath-taking landscapes and scenery.
- The Okavango Delta experiences a largely mosquito-free winter climate during this period.
- Although weather conditions start to shift and become increasingly dry and hot during the months of September and October, these two months are still considered particularly good months to visit the Okavango Delta as thirsty animals are concentrated in enormous numbers on its fringes (the Moremi Game Reserve is particularly rewarding at this time).
- As April and May mark the beginning of the dry season in the Okavango Delta, the vegetation in the delta is still green and beautiful, perfect for exploring and going on exciting adventures around the delta.
Despite all of Botswana’s dry season highlights, don’t count out its rainy season from January to April. While some wildlife may scatter, certain areas like Chobe’s Savuti region and the Kalahari are perfect for summer game viewing. Plus, you’ll see other iconic animals on their migration path, including our striped zebra friends.
Check out our ‘Best Time to go to Botswana’ and ‘Best Time to go to the Okavango Delta’ blogs to find out everything you need to know.
#2 Tanzania
Newlyweds, are you ready to discover, explore, and experience all the wilderness wonder and safari magic Tanzania has to offer? Well, you better be! Tanzania is by far one of the most captivating, unique, and diverse wildlife & safari destinations in all of Africa.
Tanzania is the Ultimate ‘Bush-and-Beach’ Honeymoon Destination in Africa
Serengeti National Park
Boasting a remarkable array of National Parks and game reserves, ranging from the expansive and world-renowned Serengeti National Park (which provides the ultimate stage for Africa’s famous Great Wildebeest Migration) to the wild and secluded hidden wilderness gem of Katavi National Park, Tanzania has it all. In fact, very few destinations in Africa can rival Tanzania’s sheer diversity & abundance of wildlife and vast & varied landscapes.
Zanzibar
From the classic savannah destinations of the Serengeti, Tarangire, and Ngorongoro Crater to the stunning beaches and coral reefs of Zanzibar and its Crusoesque Indian Ocean islands like Pemba and Mnemba (all within easy reach), Tanzania offers newlyweds the ultimate ‘bush-and-beach’ African honeymoon destination.
Unbelievable Wildlife Sightings & Encounters
Leopard – The most elusive member of the African Big5
Deemed one of the most sought-after and wildly diverse safari and wildlife destinations in Africa, people (newlyweds included, of course!) travel from all corners of the globe to experience Tanzania’s extraordinary wildlife sightings and encounters firsthand. Renowned for its exceptional year-round game-viewing, superb Big5 sightings, which are easily spotted and highly prevalent, and famous Great Wildebeest Migration, Tanzania, along with the Greater Serengeti Ecosystem and its neighbors, offer some of the country’s best wildlife encounters and opportunities.
The critically endangered African Wild Dog
In addition to being a stronghold for predators and big game, Tanzania is renowned for its vast and wonderful variety of endangered and rarely seen wildlife species, some of which include the critically endangered African wild dog, black rhino, chimpanzees, African white-bellied Pangolin, Lesser Kudu, and Thomson’s Gazelle, to mention a few.
The critically endangered East African black rhinos of Ngorongoro and Mkomazi, giant elephant tuskers of Tarangire National Park in northern Tanzania, and abundant flamingos that visit Lake Manyara seasonally round out a wildlife experience in Tanzania unlike any other.
Hot-air Balloon ride over the vast plains of the Serengeti National Park – One of the most magnificent & thrilling ways to experience & witness the Annual Great Wildebeest Migration as they migrate through the glorious Serengeti
Once on safari, you can look forward to expertly guided game drives and there’s usually an opportunity to go hot-air ballooning. If you stay in private game reserves, you can also add walking safaris, night drives, off-road game viewing, and even mountain biking to your list of Africa honeymoon activities.
Tanzania’s Renowned Serengeti National Park & The Great Wildebeest Migration
Spanning northern Tanzania, the world-renowned Serengeti National Park is not only Tanzania’s flagship conservation area, but one of the greatest national parks in Africa, if not the world. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Serengeti is regarded as one of the most celebrated global wilderness areas. The Serengeti National Park covers an immense 14 800 km² (5 700 square miles) on Tanzania’s northern border with Kenya, encompassing up to 50% of the wider Serengeti–Mara ecosystem – Making the Serengeti the most famous protected wilderness area in all of Africa. As Tanzania’s oldest game reserve, the Serengeti National Park not only boasts one of the oldest and most varied ecosystems on earth, but one of the world’s greatest concentrations of wildlife. Not to mention one of the most diverse.
The profound Serengeti National Park Great Migration is undoubtedly one of the Serengeti and Tanzania’s top wildlife attractions, attracting both local and international wildlife enthusiasts alike. Deemed a wildlife and natural phenomenon in its own right and one of the greatest wildlife spectacles in the world, no other destination on Earth can offer a wildlife encounter to match the annual Wildebeest Migration. Forming the centerpiece of most inaugural Tanzania safari itineraries, the Migration is a mind-blowing display of nature at her most extraordinary.
The Serengeti Great Migration sees millions of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope run the gauntlet of predators as they migrate around the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem. Freely traversing the open plains of the park in search of fresh grazing from seasonal rains, the millions of wildebeest, antelope, and zebra move northwards into the neighboring Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya, after returning south to the Serengeti National Park once again.
Tanzania is home to the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro, located in the captivating, elusive, and vastly diverse East African country of Tanzania, is undoubtedly one of the most phenomenal natural wonders and breathtaking mountains in all of Africa.
Located in the East African country of Tanzania, inside of Tanzania’s Mount Kilimanjaro National Park, just south of the Kenyan border, the famed and wildly acclaimed Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest mountain, standing tall at a staggering +/- 5,895 meters / 19,341 feet above sea level. Mount Kilimanjaro is also the largest free-standing mountain rise in the world. This means that Kilimanjaro does not form part of a mountain range, but instead, stands entirely alone – Tall, grounded, strong, independent, fierce, free, captivating, with a commanding, yet elusive, intriguing, and all-consuming (in the best possible way) presence. It’s safe to say that the magnificent Mount Kilimanjaro is a true natural wonder and Mother Nature masterpiece in every sense of the word.
Also called a stratovolcano (a term used to describe a very large volcano made of ash, lava, and rock), Kilimanjaro is essentially a dormant volcano made up of three cones visible from miles away: Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira. Kibo is the summit of the mountain and the tallest of the three volcanic formations. While Mawenzi and Shira are extinct, Kibo is dormant, however, the possibility that it could potentially erupt again is there. Before your head starts spinning and you fall down a deep rabbit hole, to help set your mind at ease, scientists estimate that the last time Mount Kilimanjaro erupted was 360,000 years ago. So, while there is a possibility, the likelihood is slim.
The highest point on Kibo’s crater rim is called Uhuru, the Swahili word for “freedom.” The mountain is also known for its snow-capped peak; however, scientists warn that the snow might disappear within the next 20 years or so – which is nothing short of tragic! But, if there’s one thing that is, and will forever remain true, irrespective of everything, it’s the undeniable and breathtaking natural beauty of the one and only Mount Kilimanjaro along with its snow-capped peaks, lush forests, and sweeping views that are simply unparalleled. There truly is nothing quite like it – and we dare you to prove us otherwise!
**Interesting Fact: In 1973, the mountain and its six surrounding forest corridors were named Kilimanjaro National Park in order to protect its unique environment. The park was declared a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage site in 1987. The area surrounding the mountain is also home various wildlife, including the blue monkey, elephants, buffaloes, and leopards (to mention merely a few).
One of the most crucial aspects (in fact, it may be the MOST important aspect) to a successful Mount Kilimanjaro hike / climb and triumphantly summiting one of the world’s Seven Summits (the highest mountain peaks on each continent), is choosing the perfect / right Mount Kilimanjaro route that suits your needs, requirements, fitness, skill, and experience level.
The three most popular Kilimanjaro routes are the Machame Route, the Lemosho Route, and the Rongai Route. Each of which are unique in their own right as well as have their advantages and disadvantages – It’s up to you to choose the ideal route for you.
**Mount Kilimanjaro has become a popular (if not the MOST popular) destination for local and international travelers, globe-trotters, avid hikers, die-hard climbing enthusiasts, adventure seekers, daring adrenalin junkies, and absolutely anyone and everyone who’s eager to get out there, explore, and tick something immensely thrilling off their bucket-list.
To top it off, its popularity has only continued to grow and flourish over the years. This is not only a true testament to the extraordinary Mount Kilimanjaro itself, but speaks volumes about the incredible, exhilarating, potentially life-changing, and bucket-list worthy experience climbing Kilimanjaro truly is. Not to mention the willingness and die-hard commitment of millions of people from across the world jumping at the bid to tackle and conquer the summit of this glorious free-standing mountain and African natural gem – the one and only Mount Kilimanjaro!
Why we love Tanzania for an Africa honeymoon:
The Great Wildebeest Migration
- Witness the Wildebeest Migration while staying at one of Tanzania’s intimate safari camps.
- Enjoy secluded safari experiences in Ruaha, Nyerere (formerly Selous) and Mahale.
- See the Big 5 in the Ngorongoro Crater while staying at luxurious cliff-top accommodation.
- Have romantic bush dinners under a blanket of stars.
- Crown your safari honeymoon on a private island in the Indian Ocean.
- Tanzania offers newlyweds the ultimate ‘bush-and-beach’ African honeymoon experience.
Best Time to Travel to Tanzania
Most safari areas in Tanzania enjoy a relatively constant year-round tropical climate. However, as Tanzania is made up of such a large diversity of landscapes, each one vastly different from the next, you can expect an equally diverse climate from every distinct landscape or wilderness area.
Despite many safari areas within Tanzania enjoying a wonderful year-round tropical climate, other regions do not share the same fortune. Temperatures are known to drop far below freezing on the famous Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru, whereas, in complete contrast, Tanzania’s Indian Ocean coast and lakeside regions are notorious for their exceptionally hot and humid conditions.
Essentially, Tanzania has two distinct seasons:
- Dry Season (Winter): June to October
- Wet Season (Summer): November to May | Tanzania’s wet / rainy season can be further divided into two categories, the ‘long rainy season (long rains)’ which takes place from April to May, and the ‘short rainy season (short rains)’ during November and December.
Generally, Tanzania’s main rainy season (the long rains) produces tropical downpours in the afternoons and many safari camps and lodges close down as a result. The short rainy season on the other hand is known for its occasional brief showers, allowing several safari camps and lodges to stay open. Not to mention the game viewing is absolutely incredible during this time.
Despite Tanzania being one of the top, and undoubtedly the most thrilling, year-round African safari and wilderness destinations, each season offers visitors, travelers, and enthusiastic explorers something unique, extraordinary, and exciting to experience.
That begs the question, when exactly is the best time to go to Tanzania?
The answer is largely dependent on what you’re most eager to experience on your bucket-list trip to Tanzania.
With that being said, the best time to go to Tanzania and embark on an exhilarating Tanzanian safari depends on where in Tanzania you would like to go, what you’d like to explore, experience, and discover while you’re there, as well as what adventures, safari activities, and off-the-beaten-track pursuits you’d like to enjoy on your trip.
**Tip: For first-time safari goers, the best time to go to Tanzania is typically during its dry season, June – October, as wildlife are far easier to track and spot, resulting in exceptional wildlife sightings and encounters.
Reasons To Visit Tanzania During The Dry Season:
- Prime time for wildlife sightings as game viewing is at its peak.
- June & July are the prime months & heart of the Serengeti Great Wildebeest Migration in the Western Corridor | The BEST months to see the magnificent wildebeest migration.
- Optimal visibility for wildlife sightings due to sparse vegetation.
- Wildlife are far easier to spot as they congregate around water sources, waterholes, and rivers.
- Clear skies with mild-moderate day-time temperatures & minimal rain.
- August & September are the best months to see the spectacular wildebeest river crossings in the northern Serengeti.
- Fewer mosquitos due to the low rainfall & the risk of malaria is at its lowest.
- The Great Wildebeest Migration in the Serengeti National Park is at its best during the dry season.
Reasons To Visit Tanzania During The Wet Season:
- Lush greenery & surrounding scenery due to high rainfall.
- Tanzania & its surrounding parks & national reserves are filled with new-born wildlife.
- Bird watching is at its best as migrant birds are present & in breeding.
- Prime time for predator action & sightings due to the wildebeest calving & abundance of new-born wildlife.
- Despite wildlife being easier to spot in the dry season, Tanzania’s wet season boasts equally remarkable wildlife sightings, especially in the northern circuit parks.
- Tanzania’s wet season coincides with its low season, meaning lower rates all around and less crowded parks, resulting in optimal crowd-free wildlife and birdlife sightings.
- January & February is the best time to see the wildebeest calving in the Southern Serengeti, making it a very special time & a truly remarkable sight to see.
- Except for March, April & May, rains are mostly short afternoon showers & seldom interfere with your trip and safari experiences.
#3 South Africa
“South Africa is the most beautiful place on earth. Admittedly, I am biased but when you combine the natural beauty, and the fact that the region is a haven for Africa’s most splendid wildlife, then I think we have been blessed with a truly wonderful land.” – Nelson Mandela
Often described as ‘the world in one country’, there is no denying that South Africa, the amazing ‘Rainbow Nation’, is one of those glorious countries that just ‘HAVE-IT-ALL’ – A total enigma, and we just can’t get enough – and clearly neither can the rest of the world! Breathtaking, bold, vibrant, exhilarating, diverse, colorful, captivating, and brimming with diverse cultures, languages, religions, and ethnicities, South Africa is a country unlike any other. There truly is nothing quite like it!
Not to mention its vast, varied, and beyond spectacular array of spectacular destinations, must-visit attractions, and mesmerizing landscapes – from the most beautiful beaches and coastlines in the world, majestic mountains (including the globally acclaimed Table Mountain – one of the ‘7 Natural Wonders of the World’) and magnificent mountainscapes, the captivating Cape Winelands, vibrant cities, sensational secret spots, spectacular hidden gems, and of course the unspoiled, untouched, and untamed African bushveld – all waiting to be discovered & explored by you & your new husband or wife, it’s safe to say that South Africa has it ALL! It truly is a country unlike any other!
With so much to offer, discover, explore, and experience, it’s no surprise that the beautiful, vibrant, lively, gloriously diverse, and wildly exciting country of South Africa has captured the hearts of tourists, travelers, globe-trotters, wanderlust wonderers, holiday-goers, avid adventure-seekers, and yes, you guessed it, HONEYMOONERS from around the world. Not to mention sky-rocketed their sense of curiosity too! Let’s be honest, how could it not!
Diverse Landscapes & Unparalleled National Parks, Game Reserves, Natural Wonders & Breathtaking Destinations
From the nearly 2 million hectares of unrivalled African wilderness of the renowned Kruger National Park (South Africa’s Flagship National Park), the astounding tropical bushland and coastline of KwaZulu-Natal, the star-studded skies of the arid Karoo desert, the vast Green Kalahari of the Northern Cape, the abundant coastal fynbos, lush rolling landscapes, awe-inspiring mountain ranges, and captivating coastlines of the Cape Peninsula, the world-famous champagne-colored savannah teeming with incredible wildlife and birdlife species, vibrant cities, and the vast and wonderful Cape Winelands, to majestic mountains (including the globally acclaimed Table Mountain – one of the ‘7 Natural Wonders of the World’), cascading waterfalls, pristine National Parks, game reserves, conservation areas, and private safari loges, breathtaking beaches (in fact, South Africa, or Cape Town if we’re being more specific, is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world), as well as an endless variety of stunning secret spots, sweep-you-off-your-feet hidden gems, exclusive off-the-beaten-path escapes, wildly thrilling adventure-filled destinations scattered all around, and of course the unspoiled, untouched, and untamed African bushveld, discovering, exploring, and experiencing South Africa’s amazing variety of remarkable, diverse, and one-of-a-kind landscapes, wilderness regions, and destinations is truly unparalleled and should undoubtedly be right at the top of EVERYONE’S travel bucket-list.
South Africa even has its own version of the Garden of Eden, known as the Garden Route. Emerald mountains wing lush green forests and winding roads, with the tanzanite Indian Ocean on either side – It’s the ultimate self-drive destination!
Regarded as one of the most diverse countries in the world (with good reason!) – it is the ‘Rainbow Nation’ after all – South Africa clearly has no shortage of stunning destinations to visit, discover, and explore – Each one as beautiful, unique, and exciting as the next. The only problem is ensuring you have enough time to explore it all! It is this sheer diversity (PLUS SO, SO, SO MUCH MORE) that makes the glorious country of South Africa one of the best and most highly sought-after honeymoon destinations in Africa, and maybe in the world too! Let’s be honest, how could it possibly not be?!
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Can’t decide if you want a blissful beach honeymoon hideaway, a thrilling adventure escape, a romantic honeymoon retreat in the majestic Cape Winelands, a cosy haven in and amongst the mountains, or an authentic safari getaway in the unspoiled African bushveld? Well, lucky for you, South Africa has something for every newlywed couple! BUT what if you can’t decide? Well, why not choose a few destinations for the ULTIMATE South African honeymoon experience? This is South Africa after all, which means absolutely anything is possible!
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Kruger National Park
Let’s kick things off with South Africa’s wild side! South African tourism has a secret weapon – the Kruger National Park! Deemed one of the greatest National Parks in the world, the Kruger National Park is not only the second largest park in Africa, but South Africa’s flagship National Park. The pristine wilderness within the Kruger Park is spread across an impressive 2 million hectares of unspoiled African bushveld, As the oldest, largest, and most established park, the Kruger National Park is home to the highest population density of Big 5 in South Africa. It is one of the very few places in the world where you are able to see every member of the African Big 5 in one place in their natural habitat.
The Kruger National Park’s superior Big 5 status has undoubtedly made it a staple destination on any safari-goer’s bucket-list, whether they’re a beginner or a seasoned traveller to Africa. Besides the highly sought-after African Big 5 (lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo, elephant), the Kruger National Park is also known for its vast diversity of wildlife and birdlife species as well as its spectacular sightings of several endangered or ‘rarely seen’ wildlife species, including the sable, roan antelope, cheetah, and African wild dog. In fact, the Kruger Park’s African wild dogs are one of the few populations of this endangered species left in the world.
Lying in the heart of the Lowveld, the Kruger Park offers an unparalleled African safari and wildlife experience that’s unlike anything you’ve experienced before. It’s no surprise that wildlife and nature lovers travel from all around the world to witness the unspoilt natural beauty and untamed wilderness of the Kruger National Park first-hand. If going on an authentic African safari honeymoon in the Kruger National Park is not on your bucket-list, you better add it right away – trust us, you won’t be disappointed in the slightest!
Unbelievable Safari Experiences & Wildlife Sightings
It’s safari time! Everyone should experience an authentic African safari and game drive at least once in their lives. Going on a safari in any of South Africa’s premium conservation areas, game reserves, or National Parks not only gives you the opportunity to tick an unforgettable experience off your bucket-list, but allows you to enjoy and experience incredible up-close sightings of South Africa’s magnificent wildlife in their natural habitat. To make things even more exciting, visitors and wildlife enthusiasts can choose to go on a variety of amazing and equally exhilarating safari experiences and adventures.
When it comes to safaris in South Africa, you can either opt to go on a self-drive wildlife adventure through the South African bushveld or enjoy a thrilling game drive in an open 4×4 vehicle with an experienced and knowledgeable wildlife guide by your side. Besides witnessing the wild and untamed beauty of the South African wilderness, going on an action-packed game drive / safari gives wildlife lovers the opportunity to enjoy thrilling up-close sightings of the renowned African Big 5 (lion, leopard, elephants, buffaloes & rhinos) as well as several other wildlife and birdlife species, explore off-the-beaten-path routes as your expert guide leads the way, and learn more about South Africa’s vast diversity of wildlife, their behaviours, and natural habitat, as well as its biodiversity and landscapes.
If you’re feeling a little more adventurous, going on a walking safari is right up your alley! Exploring the South African bushveld on foot encourages you to fully immerse yourself in the experience as you enjoy amazing up-close wildlife and birdlife sightings from a whole new perspective. As the guides are highly experienced, exceptionally trained, and incredibly knowledgeable, they are only too happy to share their wealth of knowledge about the various wildlife, birdlife, and biodiversity of the area with each and every visitor.
Besides these amazing bucket-list worthy safari experiences, guests can also choose to enjoy a variety of other activities and adventures. Some of these adventure experiences include, kayaking, fishing, mountain biking, thrilling hiking expeditions, and one-on-one guided safari tours, to mention just a few. You also have the option of an expertly guided and tailor-made private tour, specifically designed to suit you & your new husband or wife!
On a South African safari holiday, the bush is your personal playground, so be sure to enjoy every single second of it!
Cape Town
The glorious city of Cape Town is one of the most beautiful and vibrant cities in the world. Not only has it established itself as a top global travel hotspot, but one of the best honeymoon destinations in both Africa and the world for newlyweds. Cape Town is just one of those magical cities that has it ALL!
To make it even better, it’s all right at your finger-tips, simply waiting to be discovered, enjoyed, explored, and experienced by you whenever and however you please – How absolutely incredible is that?! Stunning mountain ranges, beautiful beaches, the ocean, magnificent natural wonders, nature reserves, gardens, parks, and sensational flora, the captivating Cape Winelands, unbelievable marine life and wildlife, fantastic food, exceptional restaurants, and pristine culinary gems, extraordinary art, culture, history, and heritage, world-renowned landmarks, highly sought-after attractions, spectacular sherbet-coloured sunsets that will sweep you off your feet, an endless array of exhilarating and unforgettable bucket-list worthy experiences and thrilling adventures, and SO much more – the list truly is ENDLESS!!
Cape Town is one of the only cities in the world the quite literally has it all! From vast coastlines, endless mountain ranges, beautiful beaches, natural wonders, the Cape Winelands and amazing landmarks and attractions like Table Mountain, Cape Point, Chapman’s Peak, Boulders Beach, and the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, the Mother City is any traveller’s utopia. With so much to discover and explore, what more could you possibly ask for?
From being sun-kissed and salty-haired while spending the day on one of the world’s most beautiful beaches, sipping on exceptional Cape vino in the majestic Cape Winelands, going on a trilling hiking adventure, surfing the waves of the Cape Peninsula, and exploring the unapologetic natural beauty of the Cape Wilderness, Cape Town has no shortage of destinations to explore or adventures to tick off your bucket-list. This makes every day spent in the vibrant city of Cape Town nothing short of an unforgettable adventure!
Summit one of the New7Wonders of Nature, Table Mountain; Explore the Southernmost tip of Africa at Cape Algulhas; Take a scenic drive along one of the most magnificent coastal drives in the world, Chapman’s Peak Drive; Visit the world-renowned Robben Island; See the African Penguin colony at Boulders Beach; Explore the largest wine producing region in Africa; Or spend the day on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world while enjoying the year-round mild Mediterranean climate – Cape Town has no shortage of things to do, see, explore, and experience. Undoubtedly making your Cape Town stay one you won’t soon forget. This is one bucket-list worthy destination you don’t want to miss out on!
Why we love South Africa for an Africa Honeymoon
- Experience culinary excellence and world-class amenities in Cape Town, the Winelands and Kruger’s private reserves
- It’s easy to get around, thanks to fantastic logistics and tourism infrastructure
- Enjoy the best Big 5 game viewing in Africa
- It offers unbeatable value for money
#4 Kenya
From the moment you arrive it will feel like you’ve escaped to a whole new world entirely – That’s the magic of Kenya and why it should be at the top of your honeymoon destination bucket-list!
Kenya is one of the world’s most pristine and highly sought-after African safari honeymoon destinations. Home to some of the best – if not the best – National Parks, conservancies, and wildlife reserves in Africa, people travel from all around the world to experience all of Kenya’s wilderness wonders, safari adventures, unparalleled wildlife viewing, and wild unapologetic natural beauty first-hand.
In addition to Kenya being one of the most highly acclaimed African safari honeymoon destinations, it is also one of the most exceptional African safari and wildlife destinations in the world. In fact, few countries can compare / measure up to Kenya’s diverse and abundant concentration of wildlife and birdlife, vast unspoiled and varied landscapes, remarkable conservation initiatives, incredible seasonal highlights, and not-to-be-missed wildlife spectacles such as the Great Wildebeest Migration in the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve – One of the Seven Natural wonders of Africa. All of which you’ll have the incredible opportunity to experience on your unforgettable safari honeymoon in Kenya.
Romance, Luxury & Exclusivity
If you’re looking to add an extra dose of romance to your African safari honeymoon, Kenya definitely has you covered! Honeymoons and romance go hand in hand and there is no better place for both than Kenya. Indulge in a candle-lit dinner under the starry sky in the heart of the African wilderness, savor the beauty of an African bush sunset with a glass of champagne or sundowner in hand, enjoy every second of a hot air balloon ride over the pristine Masai Mara National Reserve at sunrise or sleep outside in a tree house or lavish bed under the stars.
It definitely doesn’t end there! Enjoy a relaxing and romantic couple’s massage followed by a refreshing dip in the safari spa pool, perfectly complimented by magnificent wilderness views or why not treat yourselves to a bubble bath for two overlooking the glorious unspoiled savanna after your exhilarating game drive filed with incredible wildlife sightings?
As an added bonus, your safari lodge, camp, or resort can arrange private flights, dining experiences, game drives, or private villas for ultimate exclusivity and uninterrupted romance – You name it, they’re on it! What can we say, in Africa, the opportunities are truly endless!
While Kenya may be slightly more remote than other African countries, it doesn’t miss a beat when it comes to luxury and exclusivity. In fact, Kenya’s more remote status has made it one of Africa’s most sought-after safari destinations for those looking to escape the crowds and enjoy an uninterrupted African safari honeymoon. Boasting ultra-luxurious accommodation, lavish facilities, features, and safari experiences – Kenya is any honeymooners’ dream come true.
From exclusive villas, luxury Safari Lodges and 5-star Safari Resorts, to uniquely lavish cave suites, eco-friendly, spacious, and modern tented suites, and one-of-a-kind treehouse escapes under the stars, Kenya is the pinnacle of exclusive luxury safari honeymoons. You can rest assured that your every desire will be catered to as you sit back, relax, and bask in the pure tranquility, exclusivity, and peaceful serenity offered by Kenya’s array of luxury Safari Lodges, conservancies, and spectacular wilderness surroundings.
Safari Adventures & Experiences
Newlywed couples looking to enjoy an exhilarating adventure-filled honeymoon – Kenya is the perfect honeymoon destination for you too! Beyond its lavish luxury, Kenya is brimming with thrilling adventures, exhilarating experiences, and exciting safari activities – All of which are right at your fingertips and yours for the taking!
Enjoy an exciting game drive in an open 4×4 vehicle with an experienced and knowledgeable wildlife guide by your side as you encounter sensational up-close wildlife sightings like you never have before. Or why not venture into the Kenyan wilderness at night and revel in every second of an exhilarating night game drive? Hearing a lion roar during a night drive safari is without a doubt a thrilling once-in-a-lifetime wildlife experience you’ll never forget – there truly is nothing quite like it.
If you’re eager for something a little more wild and daring, ditch the safari vehicle and proceed on foot on an unforgettable walking safari alongside an exceptional and highly experienced wildlife guide. Exploring the African bushveld on foot encourages you to fully immerse yourself in Kenya’s vast and untamed wilderness and witness breathtaking close-up wildlife sighting and encounters you only read about in pamphlets and books. Guided walking safaris / bush walks give you the unbelievable opportunity to experience the African bushveld and all of its incredible inhabitants from a whole new perspective – it is an adrenalin rush like no other!
Wait, there’s MORE! Besides bucket-list worthy open-vehicle day and night drives, and adventure-filled walking safaris, honeymooners can look forward to even more fantastic, fun, and thrilling safari adventures and experiences. Some of which include mountain biking your way through Kenya’s diverse terrain, embarking on an exciting Kenyan wilderness hiking expedition, going on an adrenalin-filled kayaking adventure, embarking on a memorable horse back or camel ride through the bushveld, or visiting the Ngare Ndare Forest for a treetop canopy walk and a waterfall swim to cool off. The options are truly endless!
For those newlywed couples who enjoy pushing the limits, climbing the famous Mt. Kenya, Africa’s second highest peak, going scuba diving in the beautiful Indian Ocean, or exploring the remote Lake Turkana by helicopter and / or boat will undoubtedly fuel your adrenaline-loving soul!
Mount Kenya
There is absolutely no denying that Kenya is filled with endless adventure and thrill – all waiting to be experienced by you and your new wife or husband on your ultimate African Safari Honeymoon in Kenya.
Experience a Honeymoon Adventure of a Lifetime
Zanzibar
BONUS! Kenya is close to several great destinations, making it easy to combine your African honeymoon getaway in Kenya with a variety of other incredible destinations for the ultimate honeymoon adventure of a lifetime. East Africa boasts some of the most breathtaking beaches and coastlines in the world. This gives you the incredible opportunity to add a touch of sun, sea, and sensational ocean views to your African safari honeymoon. So, sit back, relax, and soak up all the glorious sunshine as you enjoy the rest of your honeymoon in Zanzibar, Pemba, or the stunning Seychelles – the choice is yours!
Seychelles
Whichever destination you choose (let’s be honest, there’s no wrong choice here!), combining your Kenyan safari honeymoon with one of East Africa’s glorious tropical island escapes gives you the incredible opportunity to experience the very best of both worlds – how can you possibly resist?
Alternatively, if the East African island vibe is not quite your scene, and the magnificent African bushveld is where you want to be, you can choose to pair your Kenya safari honeymoon with an extension to either Uganda or Rwanda where you’ll have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to go gorilla trekking – a truly surreal experience that is at the top of many travelers’ bucket-list.
Regardless of what you choose to do, it promises to be an unbelievable bucket list worthy African safari honeymoon you’ll cherish for the rest of your lives! There truly is no better way to start your happily-ever-after journey together!
Giraffe Manor in Kenya: An EXTRAORDINARY Once-In-A-Lifetime African Honeymoon Experience
Giraffe Manor in Nairobi, Kenya
In addition to Kenya’s exceptional wildlife sightings and encounters, it offers honeymooners one of the most memorable and unique wildlife opportunities in Africa. Imagine sipping on your morning coffee and indulging in your delicious breakfast as you dine with the Rothschild’s giraffes at the famous Giraffe Manor in Nairobi, Kenya.
Giraffe Manor Nairobi, Kenya
The giraffes typically visit in the morning and evening, poking their long necks right into the windows all while you sit back, relax, and enjoy your meal. Dining alongside the infamous Rothschild’s giraffes at the iconic Giraffe Manor truly is an unforgettable bucket-list worthy African safari honeymoon experience. It’s no surprise the Giraffe Manor is one of the most Instagrammed properties in the world, with people travelling from all corners of the globe to enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime experience first-hand. Pair this with a luxury safari camp in the heart of the Masai Mara to see the great migration of more than 2 million wildebeest, zebras and other wildlife or visit Ol Pejeta Conservancy to see the last two Northern White Rhino for the ultimate wildlife viewing honeymoon experience.
Why we love Kenya for an Africa honeymoon:
Phenomenal ‘Big Cat’ Game Viewing
- Have a romantic picnic on the crest of the ‘Out of Africa’ hill that’s featured on the film’s poster.
- Witness the Wildebeest Migration.
- Go on a hot-air balloon safari at sunrise.
- Enjoy incredible game viewing – especially big cats (lion, cheetah and leopard).
- Stay at luxurious and intimate camps in exclusive-use areas.
- Stay at the one-of-a-kind Giraffe Manor in Nairobi.
Best Time to Travel to Kenya
Kenya is a top-rated year-round beach getaway and African safari destination, boasting superb game viewing, wildlife encounters, and safari experiences 365 days of the year, Irrespective of its diverse geography and variable climate.
Despite being one of the most pristine, must-visit, year-round destinations in Africa, Kenya has two distinct seasons:
- Dry Season (Winter): June to October
- Wet Season (Summer): November to May
Regarded by many as the ultimate safari destination, home to some of the best national parks, and wildlife reserves in Africa, a vast range of thriving, complex, and diverse landscapes, and one of the most remarkable and distinct wildlife populations, visiting Kenya any time of the year promises to be an exceptional and exciting experience all-around. However, each season in Kenya offers visitors an entirely unique experience as it pertains to wildlife and birdlife sightings, overall climate, park conditions, surrounding scenery and vegetation, seasonal highlights, and wildlife spectacles.
As most people (both local and international) travel to Kenya to witness its incredible diversity of wildlife and experience the bucket-list worthy wildlife spectacle and phenomenon – The Masai Mara Great Wildebeest Migration – in full force and in all its wilderness glory, Kenya’s dry season (from June – October) is considered the best time to visit Kenya.
The Great Wildebeest Migration
More specifically, the period between mid-August and late October, when the herds of millions of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope have returned from their months in Tanzania’s Serengeti, is the prime time to visit / plan a trip to Kenya if seeing the Masai Mara Great Wildebeest Migration in action is at the top of your Kenya travel and bucket-list.
Besides Kenya’s dry season (June – October) being deemed the best time to go to Kenya, especially as it pertains to exceptional wildlife sightings and witnessing the Masai Mara Great Wildebeest Migration in action, several of Kenya’s safari destinations, national parks, and wildlife reserves are at their best between January and the end of March. This is primarily due to the mostly dry, lovely mild climate, and incredible game viewing opportunities. This makes it a great time to plan a trip to Kenya and any of its superb national parks, and game reserves.
On another note, visiting Kenya during its quintessential wet season (November – May), or between mid-March to June and again between October and December, is well worth considering and comes with its own set of perks and highlights. This is particularly true if you’re eager to avoid the peak-season crowds and take full advantage of cheaper, off-season rates on accommodation, tours, and wildlife and safari experiences.
**Tip: For first-time safari goers, the best time to go to Kenya and the Masai Mara National Park is typically during its dry season, June – October, as wildlife are far easier to track and spot, resulting in exceptional wildlife sightings and encounters.
