Honeymoons in Africa

A honeymoon safari holiday to Africa usually costs exactly the same as any equivalent African safari with us – we never charge any premium because it's your honeymoon.

Your main problem is to choose! Although many of our camps and lodges in Africa make very romantic destinations; singling out any one alone is difficult. All will go out of their way to make your stay special; and if it's your honeymoon or a special anniversary, then they'll try even harder. Many will plan surprises during a honeymoon safari – perhaps a private dinner, a bottle of bubbly on arrival or a bush bouquet for the bride. These aren't usually formulaic add-ons; generally they are simply thoughtful camp managers making exceptional one-off arrangements.

Please tell us if you are booking a honeymoon safari; this will only make a difference to your experience, not the price. Recommendations for a great honeymoon to Africa with us would include:

Honeymoon safaris in Tanzania

The 'classic' African honeymoon is a luxurious safari followed by a romantic beach break – for which Tanzania is the obvious choice. A few nights at Ras Kutani could help you to unwind when you arrive, and whilst most of the camps in the Selous Game Reserve cater very well for honeymooners, Beho Beho and Impala Camp deserve special mention. For the adventurous, a night fly-camping for can be ruggedly romantic.

For a safari honeymoon in more famous (and busier) parks, visit northern Tanzania. Include Lake Manyara Tree Lodge, with its particularly good in-room spa treatments, and for a real treat Ngorongoro Crater Lodge is one of Africa's most spectacular lodges. It's very costly, but you get a stupendous location, marvellously theatrical décor, great food and service, and opulent bubble baths! In the Serengeti, for a honeymoon seek out the romance of a remote tented safari camp – look to the billowing canvas at Sabora and Sayari.

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Beach destinations for your honeymoon in Tanzania & Zanzibar

After your safari, Zanzibar's palm-fringed beaches can make idyllic honeymoon retreats. Of these, Matemwe Retreat and Fumba Beach Lodge are particularly stylish and romantic. If money is no object, then Africa's ultimate beach getaway is Zanzibar's Mnemba Island Lodge.

Pemba's Fundu Lagoon is popular with a young and lively crowd; whilst those seeking something quieter should head to Mafia Island where Pole Pole is a quiet spot with Italian influences.

(See more ideas for the best beach honeymoon lodges and camps on Zanzibar and Tanzania's other islands here…)

Beach add-ons to your honeymoon in Mozambqiue

If you're taking a safari in Tanzania, and want to follow this with a remote private island retreat to complete your African honeymoon, then consider the Quirimbas Archipelago in northern Mozambique. Of the islands here, Vamizi is the ultimate private island with large, secluded villas and great diving and snorkelling.

If you're heading to southern Africa – to Namibia, Botswana or the Cape for a honeymoon safari – then it can be magical to finish with a lovely beach lodge on one of the islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago, in southern Mozambique. Our recommendations here would certainly include the relaxing luxury of Azura Mozambique.

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Romantic breaks and honeymoon safaris in Zambia

Zambia's small, individual safari lodges can be very romantic. Consider the stunning honeymoon suite at Chiawa Camp, the dreamy white fabrics of Sausage Tree Camp, or the curvy honeymoon suites at Chongwe River Camp! Many other camps here also offer special honeymoon suites, including Kapani and Tena Tena.

Zambia's spectacular Victoria Falls is one of Africa's most famous sights; it's a marvellous and very classic place to start an African honeymoon. Here, Tongabezi, Sindabezi and the Islands of Siankaba are magical riverfront places to stay. Perhaps ask for a champagne breakfast on Livingstone Island as one of your wedding gifts!

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Honeymoon safaris and romantic breaks in Botswana

Botswana is certainly one of Africa's top destinations for honeymoon safaris. Many camps have stunning honeymoon suites – often rooms or tents which are more secluded than most, with large double-beds and perhaps a moonlit shower or bath. These rooms need booking well in advance, but don't often cost extra.

In addition, Baines' Camp has special 'star beds' that roll outside to sleep under the heavens, whilst every room at the luxurious Jao Camp has its own 'sala' – a cushioned private outdoor lounge with a view. The more adventurous can enjoy sleep-outs on the Kalahari's Great Salt pans from most of the camps there.

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Romantic breaks and honeymoons to Lake Malawi

For a great African honeymoon, consider combining Zambian safari followed by a short beach holiday to the nearby Lake Malawi. Here the lovely new Pumulani is right on the shore of Lake Malawi, and very stylish.

Far offshore, the honeymoon suite at Kaya Mawa has its own private island – it's a classic African honeymoon spot. Nearby, on the Mozambique shore of Lake Malawi, the powder-white sands of Nkwichi Lodge are a match for a honeymoon stroll on any coral island.

Honeymoons and romantic breaks in Namibia

Every year a few honeymooners, and many celebrating special anniversaries, travel with us to Namibia, where the dunes can be dreamily romantic, and lodges like Sossusvlei Wilderness Camp and Little Kulala have stunning honeymoon suites.

There are other great options for honeymoons in Namibia; ask us about the Bush Suite at Okonjima – which is like the Bush Villa, but smaller and ideal for a honeymoon! Also consider the relaxed charm at Huab Lodge, and the splendid isolation of Serra Cafema as being particularly special.

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Romantic breaks and honeymoons in the Seychelles

For luxury with high levels of comfort and care, head for a private island in the Seychelles. These are amazing places – high on many honeymoon lists, where budget allows! North and Frégate are world-class; whilst Denis and Desroches will suit slightly less extravagant budgets.

For a honeymoon exploring the islands of the Seychelles, our best suggestions might include the secluded but very economic Le Sans Souci, or the smart Hilton Northolme on Mahé island; the Black Parrot Suites or Le Duc on Praslin; and perhaps Domaine de l'Orangeraie on La Digue.

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