
After marrying the love of your life, there’s nothing more romantic than escaping to the wilderness, just the two of you, far from the madding crowd. Experience the seclusion, breathtaking scenery and untamed wildlife of an African safari honeymoon.
Africa is such a vast and diverse continent; it can be difficult to decide on the best locations and lodges to celebrate your honeymoon. So, we’ve curated our top 10 favourite romantic escapes, and they all include outstanding honeymoon offers!
As a special gift from Forth & Wonder to celebrate your special occasion, we’d also like to provide a US$200 credit for you to use towards any experience or activity whilst on your trip, such as a Spa Treatment, Romantic Private Dinners, Hot Air Balloon Flights, or Helicopter flights. The credit can be applied to any booking with Forth & Wonder – terms and conditions apply.
Nestled in the bushveld, enjoy the seclusion of your suite with sweeping views of the Sand River. Soak up the tranquility from your private lap pool and outdoor sunken lounge, where you can stargaze, bird watch or spot elephants in the river. You’ve found your life partner, and now is your opportunity to find something else spectacular; famed for Cheetah and Big 5 sightings, venture into the Sabi Sand Game Reserve to search for these magnificent, untamed animals in their natural habitat.
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Faru Faru Lodge ‘welcomes the wilderness inside’, inviting guests to experience the wellness that comes with experiencing the outdoors. Exceptionally located in the Singita Grumeti Game Reserve, a private reserve within the Serengeti, the lodge provides access to an unparalleled East African safari experience with incredible wildlife and game viewing. Beautifully secluded, you’ll be captivated by the natural light, spacious rooms and connection with nature and the wilderness around every corner.
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Be gently lulled to sleep by the sounds of nature in your intimate tented suite at DumaTau Camp. Here, you’ll be sharing your home away from home with Africa’s highest density of elephants – this is complete immersion. Expect luxurious tented suites accompanied by your own private plunge pool, along with wellness and dining facilities. But really, it’s the elephants, wild dogs, hippos and more just a few steps away that will steal your hearts.
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Adorned with palm trees, coral reefs and golden beaches, Benguerra Island is your idyllic slice of romantic paradise. Within this protected marine reserve, home to one of the world’s last viable dugong populations and an array of tropical fish, marvel at the marine life below the surface with snorkelling or scuba diving. Here, you’ll relax, unwind and live on island time.
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Perched ‘on top of the world’ on the Oloololo Escarpment, you’ll be delighted by breathtaking views as far as the eye can see over the Masai Mara. This modern and elegant take on luxury glamping allows you to experience an African Safari like no other, taking in the unobstructed views of the Mara below from the comfort of your spacious tented suite. Enjoy the daily morning and afternoon game drives in the Masai Mara to witness the Great Migration and the Big 5, and delve into the home of the big cats!
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Crafted out of ancient lava rock from Kilimanjaro, Ol Donyo Lodge is a unique way to experience East Africa. Take the once in a lifetime opportunity to sleep under the night sky on your suite’s rooftop star bed, where you can listen to nocturnal predators roaming. Ol Donyo Lodge also has two hides located at the watering hole, complete with a coffee machine and fridge, allowing you to wait for nature’s finest to come and explore.
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From visiting the largest waterfall on earth to treating yourself to culinary delights, Matetsi Victoria Falls offers the perfect range of unique experiences. Rise with the sun for a safari as the world awakens, relax in the wellness centre or enjoy the pleasures of ‘life on the river’ from your private deck area. Matetsi staff comprises of an all-Zimbabwean team, who are a wealth of knowledge ranging from local culinary delights to expert trackers who can bring your safari dreams to life.
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Honeymoon at Bisate, Rwanda’s eco-chic luxury rainforest-based lodge. Here, moody interiors mimic the weather, which you can enjoy from the comfort of your villa overlooking the tranquility of the rainforest. Conservation is front and centre, and you’ll learn about preserving and expanding these iconic wildlands. Bisate is a stunning home-base for the life-changing Mountain Gorilla Trek, with 12 habituated Gorilla groups living in Volcanoes National Park, along with golden monkeys, songbirds and chameleons.
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Located in the heart of the Okavango Delta, your suite at Duba Plains Camp blends seamlessly into the surrounding environment. Tranquility takes on a whole new meaning here – watch wildlife meander past your private veranda, coming to drink from the delta, and make the most of the professional camera and lenses available for your complimentary use. Your footage will be shared with you prior to your return home so that you can cherish these memories with your love forever.
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Switch off and immerse yourself off-grid in Timbivati Private Nature Reserve whilst enjoying the modern luxuries of Tanda Tula. Expansive suites are inspired by the surrounding landscape, which means you’ll be captivated by textures, colours and patterns that will calm your senses. Find peace, comfort and authenticity at this stunning wilderness escape, with ample opportunity to venture out for game drives, walks, birding or even wine tasting with some of South Africa’s top produce.
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If you’d like to learn more about our luxury safari lodges for honeymoons in Africa, one of our Travel Designers can help you. Get in contact today.
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