Romantic & Honeymoon

Romantic honeymoon getaways - on safari, on the beach and on top of the world

Whether you’re heading on safari, to tropical beaches or to the buzz of Cape Town, here’s the low-down on the most romantic places in South Africa, East Africa and the Indian Ocean islands of Mauritius and the Seychelles.

Unless you are happy to be one of several honeymoon couples, this may not necessarily mean the places that shout the loudest about discounted honeymoon rates. We’ve checked out places offering character, romance and high standards of service ranging from bush to beach, rainforest to red desert dunes, including exotic islands of the SeychellesMauritius and Mozambique as well as wine estates, palatial tree houses and luxury tented safari camps in South Africa.

Running out of time?
If you are in the wedding and honeymoon planning stage, then you may have a dilemma. Costs are spiralling out of control but you want everything to be perfect and that includes the honeymoon. There are so many other things to attend to that it’s easy to put off the honeymoon decision. Then suddenly there are only a few months to go and nothing’s sorted. If this sounds familiar, contact us...

Romantic getaway?
Not on honeymoon? In search of a hedonistic retreat in the wilderness or a chic beach resort? Then discover places so gorgeous you won’t want to leave your room – expansive four-poster beds, baths big enough for two, indulgent spa treatments and candlelit dining under the stars of the African night sky.

Honeymoons on the Beach

For many a honeymoon isn’t a proper honeymoon unless we have bleached our hair with salt and sun and covered at least one paperback with sand. Check out Mauritius, Seychelles or Mozambique.

Bush & Beach Safari Honeymoons

Combine enticing tropical islands, golden beaches and romantic lodges with Africa’s pristine wilderness for the ultimate Africa bush and beach honeymoon. Ideal combinations are South Africa with Mozambique or Mauritius or the beaches & game reserves of Tanzania and Kenya.

Weddings in Africa

Thinking of getting married in Africa. Read through our article on Weddings in South Africa for lots of suggestions and trips on where to get married...

Recommended Romantic & Honeymoon destinations

Alfresco bath at White Elephant Safari Lodge

South Africa

Natural splendour beyond imagination is within reach in South Africa

Mokoro trips at Kwando Kwara Camp, Okavango Delta

Botswana

An adventurous alternative to the usual tropical beaches. Candlelit bush dinners, stunning wildlife and no need to rough it...

Dinner a deux on the beach at Matemwe

Tanzania

Migrate away from the throng to secret wilderness and spice islands.

Stanley Safari Lodge honeymoon suite

Zambia

Not the classic honeymoon but the innate romance of a remote, utterly beautiful wilderness area in Zambia has considerable charm...

Sunset  beach stroll at Matemo Island Resort

Mozambique

An idyllic honeymoon spot for those who value perfect unbleached coral, white powder beaches and barefoot luxury

Sundowners at Elsa's Kopje, Meru National Park, Kenya

Kenya

Authentic safari flows effortlessly into coastal paradise.

Discovering the best beach, Mauritius

Mauritius

Tropical island sensuality mixed with effortlessly chic luxury resorts.

Beach outside North Island Villa, Seychelles

Seychelles

Be seduced by the charms of the islands; tropical sunsets and a gentle breeze through the palms.


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