The most romantic honeymoon experiences in Africa

Romance comes in a variety of forms. It could be the devishly good oysters or the delicious sound of waves lapping the shore, but if you’re craving an intimate getaway, we have you covered. Here are some of our favourite experiences designed to make your heart sing…

1. Sleep-out under the stars – Kenya

While sleeping out in the bush might sound extreme for some, this is glamping taken to another level. Think four-poster beds elevated on a kopje with panoramic views across a wildlife-scattered valley. After exploring a conservancy famed for big cats and wild dog, slumber under a canopy of twinkling stars.

2. A bubble bath in the bush – South Africa

Scour for lion and rhino in the 22,000-hectare Makalali Game Reserve and then slip into an outdoor bubble bath big enough for two. It’s almost mandatory if you’re a honeymooner – basking in the sky’s evening hues, lit by a score of candles, and tuning into the sounds of wildlife until your fingers go crinkly.

3. A floating candlelit dinner – Botswana

This private dining experience in the watery wonderland of the Okavango Delta takes place on a floating lantern-lit barge for two. Surrounded by calm lagoon waters bathed in the early-evening light, there’s no one else in sight other than a dedicated waiter, as you dine to the orchestra of surrounding wildlife.

4. Romance on the railway – South Africa

The legendary Blue Train from Cape Town to Pretoria takes the scenic route to new heights. With 24-hour butler service, gold-tinted picture windows and fine dining fit for royalty, a two-night sojourn will carry you nearly a thousand miles across the country’s breathtaking savannah in utter refinery.

5. A helicopter ride over Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe

For ultimate views of The Smoke that Thunders, take a helicopter flight over its thundering chasms and rising plumes of mist – a savvy way of avoiding the crowds. Choose a short but impactful 12-minute circuit while 25-minute trips include possible game viewing over the Zambezi National Park and perhaps for some, even more time to propose again.

This feature was updated on 14th February 2025. The information within this feature is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication.