Quick Look
Many of our honeymoon clients are keen on a safari and beach honeymoon. They choose a honeymoon in Africa for the unsurpassed safari experience. But of course they still want some R&R at the end! This is a brilliant solution if one of you is more of an outdoorsy, nature-orientated type and one of you prefers the 'tried and trusted' appeal of a really great ocean-side getaway. But it works just as well if both of you need some 'down time'.
But where to choose? That depends on the time of year and your preferred style of beach getaway. And also, more mundanely, on your wallet. So hereās a summary of some of our best safari and beach honeymoon combinationsā¦
South Africa
South Africa probably offers some of the best year-round game-viewing. So if your wedding doesnāt co-incide with the āclassic safari seasonā of the dry southern hemisphere winter (June to September), then a South Africa safari and beach honeymoon could be perfect. Check out the KwaZulu Natal game reserves such as Phinda or Thanda. These work wonderfully with the remote coastal eco-lodges such as Thonga Beach Lodge or White Pearl ResortsĀ just over the border in Mozambique.
South Africa Safari & Beach Honeymoon
South Africa with Mozambique, Mauritius or the Seychelles
We recommend this combination if you are travelling in the classic safari season of June to early September. Frankly, the South African beaches may not offer the heat youāre looking for. Nor the classic tropical beach scene complete with gentle lapping waters and swaying palms. If you are looking for some of the worldās most chic beach resorts, look no further thanā¦
Cape Town, Kruger & Mozambique honeymoon
Zambia & Malawi
For a more unusualĀ combination, why notĀ combine the South Luangwa or Lower Zambezi in Zambia with the white sandy beaches of Lake Malawi, only a short flight away. This comes complete with romantic island hideaways, freshwater snorkeling or diving, plus sunset cruises. And, of course, those classic Lake Malawi sunsets.
Tanzania or Kenya
Where else can you witness great herds of game migrating across acacia-studded plains thanĀ Tanzania and Kenya in East Africa?Ā Then finish up with relaxing by the Indian OceanĀ onĀ Zanzibar, Pemba or Mnemba Island. The ultimate in safari and beach honeymoon options...
Madagascar
Few would tout the rainforests of Madagascar as the average honeymoon choice. But a passion for travel sometimes leads beyond the predictable. More adventurous couples canĀ mix time spent touring or trekking in search of exotic birds or lemurs with a few days being pampered in these small, rustically luxurious havens. Check out Ile Sainte Marie in the East or Nosy Bay and its smaller islands.
