Zimbabwe honeymoons: the best camps & lodges
Grysbok Safari
9 days • 3 locations
VICTORIA FALLS AIRPORT TO HARARE AIRPORT
US$7,130 - US$11,420 per person
Somalisa Camp
Somalisa Camp's spacious tents combine old-world, explorer chic with modern comforts. Yet this is still a bushcamp at heart, with excellent guiding and superb wildlife-watching opportunities, making it a perfect place to spoil yourself on a Zimbabwe honeymoon.
Bumi Hills Safari Lodge
The view, the spa, the food and zipping across the lake waters for sundowners make Bumi Hills Safari Lodge an unforgettable stop with a splash of luxury on your Zimbabwean Honeymoon.
Nyamatusi Camp
Perhaps the most luxurious lodge in the Mana Pools area, Nyamatusi is the perfect place to indulge on your honeymoon. Large air-conditioned suites with spectacular views of the Zambezi are set well apart, giving guests their own slice of one of Africa’s premier parks.
Nyala Safari
10 days • 3 locations
VICTORIA FALLS AIRPORT TO VICTORIA FALLS AIRPORT
US$9,400 - US$13,680 per person
Ruckomechi Camp
Ruckomechi Camp combines luxurious tented rooms with attentive service and good guiding to give a modern take on a classic safari. It adds up to a wonderful location from which to explore the iconic Mana Pools on your African honeymoon.
Klipspringer Safari
8 days • 3 locations
VICTORIA FALLS AIRPORT TO BULAWAYO AIRPORT
US$2,770 - US$3,320 per person
Amalinda Lodge
Nestled among the granite boulders of the Matobo Hills, Amalinda’s unique and luxurious rooms offer the perfect bolthole to escape the world, relax and soak in the majesty of the lodge’s surroundings on your African honeymoon.
Ground Hornbill Safari
9 days • 3 locations
VICTORIA FALLS AIRPORT TO BULAWAYO AIRPORT
US$4,940 - US$7,520 per person
Amalinda Lodge
Nestled among the granite boulders of the Matobo Hills, Amalinda’s unique and luxurious rooms offer the perfect bolthole to escape the world, relax and soak in the majesty of the lodge’s surroundings on your African honeymoon.
Great Egret Safari
12 days • 4 locations
MAUN AIRPORT TO VICTORIA FALLS AIRPORT
US$8,000 - US$13,750 per person
Victoria Falls Hotel
An outpost dating from the turn of the 19th century, the Victoria Falls Hotel has a gracious air and period-style furnishings, but also modern facilities and attentive service. Take a suite here for a very romantic few days as part of a honeymoon in Zimbabwe or the surrounding area.
Black-footed Cat Safari
14 days • 6 locations
WINDHOEK AIRPORT TO VICTORIA FALLS AIRPORT
US$13,580 - US$26,060 per person
Weinberg Hotel
With couples' packages at the Soulstice Spa, a choice of five restaurants within the estate's grounds, and the option of private dining, The Weinberg would make an excellent start or end to a honeymoon in Namibia.
Sossusvlei Desert Lodge
The red dunes of the NamibRand and Sossusvlei are very romantic. For a memorable honeymoon to Namibia, Sossusvlei Desert Lodge is a perfect choice; enjoy a romantic sleep out under the stars or massages your room for an extra treat.
Omaanda
Omaanda is located on a private reserve but wildlife isn’t the sole focus here. The lodge has an on-site spa and a stunning pool, and the food is some of the best we’ve ever had on safari. Where better to start or end a Namibian honeymoon?
Leopard Safari
13 days • 4 locations
VICTORIA FALLS AIRPORT TO CAPE TOWN AIRPORT
US$8,670 - US$12,560 per person
Cape Grace
In the heart of Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront, the Cape Grace is a traditional and romantic hotel for your honeymoon in South Africa. The staff will make a real effort to make your time special - expect little gifts and nice touches, and make time to visit the relaxing spa!
The Highlights of Africa
17 days • 7 locations
CAPE TOWN AIRPORT TO KIGALI AIRPORT
US$13,280 - US$17,300 per person
Victoria Falls Hotel
An outpost dating from the turn of the 19th century, the Victoria Falls Hotel has a gracious air and period-style furnishings, but also modern facilities and attentive service. Take a suite here for a very romantic few days as part of a honeymoon in Zimbabwe or the surrounding area.
Little Governors'
Little Governors’ Camp is a comfortable bush camp with a great location for a safari honeymoon in the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Stay in Tent #17 – the most private tent furthest from the central area – which has wonderful views across the marsh.
Sable Self-drive Safari
12 days • 7 locations
WINDHOEK AIRPORT TO VICTORIA FALLS AIRPORT
US$3,100 - US$6,080 per person
Victoria Falls Hotel
An outpost dating from the turn of the 19th century, the Victoria Falls Hotel has a gracious air and period-style furnishings, but also modern facilities and attentive service. Take a suite here for a very romantic few days as part of a honeymoon in Zimbabwe or the surrounding area.
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Honeymoons elsewhere in Africa
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Botswana
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Kenya
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Mozambique
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Namibia
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Rwanda
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Seychelles
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South Africa
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Tanzania
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Zambia
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Zanzibar
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Where to see wildlife species in Africa
Maximise the chances of seeing your favourite African animals based on traveller sightings reports from the field.

Lion
Panthera leo
Lions are at the top of the food chain and also most safari wish-lists, but with their numbers falling fast, any encounter with these majestic apex predators always feels like a privilege.
81% SUCCESS
2,302 sightings from 2,851 observations

Leopard
Panthera pardus
The most numerous of Africa’s big cats, leopard occur across many habitats, from wild tracts to populated areas. Their grace and their elusive nature make them a unique safari drawcard.
46% SUCCESS
1,475 sightings from 3,188 observations

Cheetah
Acinonyx jubatus
The cheetah is the fastest land animal and the only cat that hunts by pure speed. Found largely in open grasslands, its slim, elegant form is today an increasingly rare sight.
30% SUCCESS
738 sightings from 2,420 observations

Wild dog
Lycaon pictus
African wild dogs are among the continent’s most compelling animals. Much misunderstood, these rare, tie-dyed canids are amazingly efficient hunters with a fascinating social life.
32% SUCCESS
678 sightings from 2,129 observations

Elephant
Loxodonta africana
By far the biggest of the so-called Big Five – indeed, the largest land animal on the planet – the elephant shapes the very landscape it inhabits and is a defining presence on any safari.
90% SUCCESS
2,774 sightings from 3,071 observations

White Rhino
Ceratotherium simum
The white rhino is the largest and most numerous of the world’s five rhinoceros species. They are larger, easier to see and generally more approachable than the black rhino.
42% SUCCESS
365 sightings from 866 observations

Spotted Hyena
Crocuta crocuta
The spotted hyena may be thought of as ‘ugly’ and ‘cowardly’. In fact, this versatile and intelligent carnivore is one of Africa’s most fascinating and warrants attention on any safari.
53% SUCCESS
1,594 sightings from 3,028 observations

Black Rhino
Diceros bicornis
The black rhino is the smaller and rarer of Africa’s two rhino species but has the more fearsome reputation. Shy and heavily persecuted, it tends to stick to cover.
30% SUCCESS
446 sightings from 1,507 observations

Buffalo
Syncerus caffer
One of the ‘Big Five’, buffalo earned a fearsome reputation in hunters’ tales. By contrast, big herds of these sociable bovids are placid, but mount formidable defences against predators.
82% SUCCESS
1,932 sightings from 2,353 observations

Eland
Taurotragus oryx
Africa’s largest antelope, eland are culturally important from prehistoric rock art to modern game farms. Though widespread, they are also shy so sightings are uncommon and often fleeting.
46% SUCCESS
1,042 sightings from 2,275 observations

Giraffe
Giraffa camelopardalis
The world’s tallest land mammal, giraffes are herbivores which have evolved many unique adaptations. Their iconic outlines tower above the bush in many of Africa’s wildlife areas.
85% SUCCESS
2,636 sightings from 3,097 observations

Hippo
Hippopotamus amphibius
The territorial calls of the hippo create a signature soundtrack to Africa’s rivers & wetlands. Despite an endearing smile, this aquatic herbivore has a notoriously aggressive disposition.
89% SUCCESS
2,017 sightings from 2,266 observations

Oryx
Oryx sp.
Oryx are impressive antelopes, with a powerful physique and elegant markings set off by rapier-like horns. They cut a distinctive dash in some of Africa’s harshest landscapes.
70% SUCCESS
1,025 sightings from 1,466 observations

Roan antelope
Hippotragus equinus
Africa’s second largest antelope and one of its most handsome, with a powerful build and distinctive markings, roan are wary of people, but renowned for their bravery against predators.
22% SUCCESS
360 sightings from 1,628 observations

Sable antelope
Hippotragus niger
Perhaps Africa’s most beautiful antelope, sable are renowned for their combative nature, even holding off lions. Shy and restricted in range, sightings of sable are always special.
21% SUCCESS
345 sightings from 1,631 observations

Wildebeest
Connochaetes sp.
Superficially bovine in appearance, wildebeests are known for their spectacular migrations sometimes in huge numbers. These resilient animals are some of Africa’s most successful herbivores.
66% SUCCESS
1,859 sightings from 2,821 observations

Zebra
Equus sp.
The zebra is a quintessential African animal: the horse in stripy pyjamas at the end of every child’s A–Z. There are three species, of which the plains zebra is much the most common.
84% SUCCESS
2,921 sightings from 3,488 observations

Aardvark
Orycteropus afer
The aardvark is one of Africa’s most bizarre and enigmatic animals. A shy, nocturnal termite-eater, signs of its presence may be scattered about the bush whilst sightings remain elusive.
2% SUCCESS
61 sightings from 2,627 observations

Pangolin
Smutsia sp.
Pangolins appear to be more pine cone than animal in their unique armoury of scales. These nocturnal, ant-eating oddities are not only highly elusive but also increasingly rare.
2% SUCCESS
42 sightings from 2,560 observations

Brown Hyena
Parahyaena brunnea
This largely solitary scavenger is one of the more elusive and little-known of Africa’s carnivores. Shaggier than its spotted cousin, it occurs only in the arid southwest of the continent.
16% SUCCESS
187 sightings from 1,180 observations
