Honeymoon in Africa

An African sunset is one of the most romantic sights you can witness. After a long and hot day lazing around somewhere in Africa, the perfect way to end a day is to be with a loved one whilst bidding the sun good night. Away from bustling cities and the constant work demands, a honeymoon in Africa is the perfect place to spend the first weeks of your forever after with somebody. Not only will you find the landscape beautiful and inspiring, but you’ll be spoilt with luxury, privacy, and, in some hotels, even air conditioning.

Africa is a popular destination with newly-weds as the continent offers the tranquillity and space which they so badly seek. Taking a couple of weeks away from their busy lives to honeymoon in Africa, couples can find time to themselves after the stresses of a wedding to enjoy each other and the locations they have chosen. Couples honeymooning in Africa will be able to submerse themselves in magnificent scenery, be able to participate in the activities around them, enjoy local cuisine and culture, and will be able to indulge in the luxuries and serenity on offer.

Among the most popular destinations in Africa for a Honeymoon is the Seychelles, Mauritius and Mozambique. These Sub-tropical islands in the Indian Ocean offer clear and bright blue water, palm trees, pristine white beaches, and hot weather. Couples honeymooning here can go for romantic walks on long beaches, swim in the warm sea, and enjoy sun-tanning on the sand or stretched out dozing in a hammock under palm trees. Safaris are also some of the most-chosen destinations amongst honeymooners. Incredible savannahs and wildlife entice couples to gamer reserves every year. With waterholes and sweeping yellow plains for a backdrop, honeymooners can enjoy their time together away from cell phone reception and submerse themselves in a hot African safari.

If you find yourself in Southern Africa, South Africa is a must destination. With beaches, mountains and cities to inspire, you’ll leave feeling fresh and rejuvenated. However, the most popular holiday destination in Southern Africa amongst honeymooners is the Victoria Falls which borders Zimbabwe and Zambia. The Zambezi River flows gently towards the falls, offering guests a tranquil stay on its edges with views of the water-spray and rainbow, with the distant sounds of the thunderous falls playing in the background, soothingly.

Among the romantic activities on offer in Africa, elephant riding, horse riding, sunset cruises and Kalahari tours are some of the most popular.  However, accommodation is as important as location when on a honeymoon in Africa. As a popular tourist destination, many African countries have opened luxurious and beautiful accommodation in stunning locations. Private suits set on the river side, in the trees, or in a separate piece of Africa allow honeymooners an utterly relaxing and romantic space of their own to enjoy each other and the surrounding African atmosphere.

A honeymoon is the start to a marriage which couples can enjoy by themselves, without the stresses of daily life and away from monotonous routines.  A South African honeymoon will allow couples to get away for a bit by themselves and be completely absorbed into a luxurious and serene world. So come on and let African Welcome treat you to amazing South African honeymoon packages.