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South Africa Honeymoon Safaris
The variety of attractions and easy travel conditions make South Africa a great choice for a honeymoon. While the wildlife viewing is superb, few people come here for a stand-alone safari. Cape Town, a cosmopolitan and scenically beautiful city, is just one of the other top attractions the country has to offer. But South Africa’s biggest drawing card is the variety of its landscapes; rugged mountains, fairy-tale forests, grassy savannah and the stark beauty of the desert. The country’s network of 19 national parks and hundreds of other reserves protects a rich mosaic of habitats and a corresponding diversity of animals. Meanwhile, offshore of the 2,850km coastline, an exceptionally rich marine life inhabits a parallel world.
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5-Day Luxury Sabi Sands Promotion
$2,445 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourLuxury+Lodge
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger), Johannesburg (End)
Safari.com
4.7/5 – 184 Reviews
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5-Day Malamala Exclusive Fly in Safari
$3,601 to $4,586 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), MalaMala GR (Greater Kruger), Johannesburg (End)
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Ranger Buck Safaris
5.0/5 – 9 Reviews
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7-Day Sabi Sand and Timbavati
$4,170 to $4,316 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Hoedspruit (Start), Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger), Sabi Sabi GR (Sabi Sands), Timbavati NR (Greater Kruger), Hoedspruit (End)
Wandering Thru
5.0/5 – 15 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
3-Day Bakubung Bush Lodge Fully Inclusive Safari Package
$630 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)LuxuryLodge
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Pilanesberg GR, Johannesburg (End)
MoAfrika Tours
4.9/5 – 163 Reviews
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Best Seller
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11-Day South Africa & Mauritius Family Safari & Beach
$6,142 pp (USD)
South Africa & Mauritius: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Resort
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Madikwe GR, Bel Ombre (Town & Beach), Mauritius (End)
Wayfairer Travel
5.0/5 – 130 Reviews
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3-Day Kapama River Lodge Safari - Greater Kruger
$922 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)Luxury+Lodge
You Visit: Hoedspruit (Start), Kapama GR (Greater Kruger), Hoedspruit (End)
Africa Incoming
5.0/5 – 7 Reviews
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Best Seller
7-Day Cape Town & Kruger Experience
$4,835 to $6,229 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Resort
You Visit: Cape Town (Start), Table Mountain (Cape Town), Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger), Johannesburg (End)
Jenman African Safaris
4.9/5 – 16 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
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3-Day Sabi Sands Tented Camp Safari
$933 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourLuxuryTented Bush Camp
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger), Panorama Route (Highlight), Johannesburg (End)
Safari With Us
4.9/5 – 185 Reviews
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4-Day Imbali Lodge Safari
$1,911 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)Luxury+Lodge
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
The Kruger Safari Co.
4.9/5 – 31 Reviews
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3-Day Kruger National Park Experience
$641 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)LuxuryGuest House
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Southern Kruger, Kruger NP, Nelspruit (End)
Elephant Herd Tours & Safaris
5.0/5 – 18 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
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4-Day 3 Nights Luxury Fly in Safari Kruger National Park
$2,707 to $3,006 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourLuxury+Lodge
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger), Johannesburg (End)
African Welcome Safaris
5.0/5 – 184 Reviews
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7-Day Kruger Safari Experience Bush and Buffalos
$1,991 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)LuxuryLodge & Bungalow
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Balule NR (Greater Kruger), Kruger NP, Panorama Route (Highlight), Johannesburg Airport (End)
Ku Sungula Safari Lodge
5.0/5 – 4 Reviews
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3-Day All Inclusive Kruger Safari and Blyde River Canyon
$687 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)LuxuryLodge
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Blyde River Canyon (Panorama Route), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
Balanta Imagine Safaris
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4-Day The West Coast Wanderlust 4 Star
$1,810 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourLuxuryHotel
You Visit: Cape Town (Start), West Coast NP, Paternoster (Town), Cape Town Airport (End)
Go Touch Down Travel & Tours
4.7/5 – 114 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
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6-Day Big 7 Safari
$2,150 to $2,450 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Hotel
You Visit: Port Elizabeth (Start), Lalibela GR, Port Elizabeth (End)
Pembury Tours
5.0/5 – 391 Reviews
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3-Day Western Kruger Luxury Tented Safari South Africa
$1,861 to $1,937 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourLuxury+Tented Camp
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
Greatest Africa
5.0/5 – 27 Reviews
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3-Day Big 5 Safari Game Lodge 2Hr Drive from Cape Town
$263 to $269 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 14 people per vehicle)LuxuryLodge
You Visit: Cape Town (Start), Aquila GR, Aquila GR, Cape Town (End)
Gems of Africa Safari and Tours
4.9/5 – 60 Reviews
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4-Day Kruger - Baobab Ridge
$857 to $962 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Hoedspruit (Start), Klaserie NR (Greater Kruger), Hoedspruit (End)
Traipsing Africa's Safaris and Tours
5.0/5 – 82 Reviews
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4-Day Trip to Jamala Madikwe, Royal Safari Lodge
$2,510 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourLuxury+Lodge
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Madikwe GR, Johannesburg (End)
Sister Safaris
5.0/5 – 18 Reviews
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4-Day Private Kruger Reserve & Panorama Route Tour
$1,111 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Nelspruit (Start), Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger), Panorama Route (Highlight), Kruger Mpumalanga Airport (Nelspruit), Nelspruit (End)
Explore & Travel Africa
5.0/5 – 6 Reviews
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6 Questions About South Africa Honeymoon Safaris
Answered by
Ariadne van Zandbergen
Ariadne is a renowned Africa expert and photographer. She and her husband form a team who write and update many travel guides. South Africa has been her home for the last 25 years. She has traveled around the country extensively, visiting all its parks and reserves regularly for work and leisure.
6 Questions About South Africa Honeymoon Safaris
Ariadne van Zandbergen
Is South Africa recommended for a honeymoon safari?
“While South Africa caters to any kind of visitor, honeymooners will be thrilled to have a choice of enchanting destinations suitable to couples wanting to spend time together. There is so much to see and do. When putting together an itinerary you’ll find yourself spoiled for choice. South Africa’s incredible landscapes bring out the romantic in most of us. These peaceful surroundings offer the perfect environment to focus on a loved one. Picture waking up together and listening to the chorus of African birds or watching a herd of elephants with their babies at a waterhole. In the evening you could be gazing at the stars far away from significant light pollution and cuddling up after dinner at the campfire while listening to a hyena whooping in the distance. A honeymoon safari is all about sharing these kinds of special moments together.”
1How many days is ideal for a honeymoon safari in South Africa?
“It’s hard to say how many days you need for a honeymoon safari in South Africa. However, if you’re coming from far away, you’ll probably want to make the travel worthwhile. A honeymoon is a once-in-a-lifetime holiday, so you shouldn’t rush it. I think you should be away for at least 10 days; more is obviously better. Most visitors to the country combine a safari with other trip components, such as time in Cape Town or on the beaches of KwaZulu-Natal. To get to see a fair amount of South Africa’s attractions, you really need a two- to three-week tour. However you plan your stay in South Africa, you should always be realistic and not try to cram in too much. A full itinerary looks good on paper, but quality time in fewer locations usually makes for a better holiday. With limited time you can make use of the good network of domestic flights or you can focus on one area, such as Cape Town and the Garden Route, or Kruger National Park and surrounds.”
2What are South Africa’s most romantic places for a honeymoon safari?
“There are some very romantic spots in South Africa, ideal for a honeymoon safari. The world-renowned Kruger NP is a great choice. While the south of the park has the highest animal densities, the north sees fewer visitors. For a very exclusive experience, you can treat yourselves to a couple of days in one of the private reserves of Sabi Sands. Packages here are relatively pricey but they include five-star luxury accommodation ideal for an intimate holiday. Further south is the cluster of Zululand reserves. Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve is very scenic and well-known for its healthy rhino population. The beautiful coastline makes this part of the country another favorite with newlyweds. Cape Town and the winelands feature on many honeymoon itineraries, and the drive along the Garden Route is arguably the most picturesque in the country. This area isn’t known for its wildlife, but there are several good safari options here all the same. Addo Elephant National Park is a Big Five destination, and elephants are particularly relaxed here. For more luxury and exclusivity, consider a stay at one of the Big Five private reserves in the area, such as Kwandwe and Shamwari Game Reserves. They offer superb wildlife viewing in a similar style as at the more well-known Sabi Sands. ”
3Can we extend our honeymoon safari with some days on the beach or Cape Town?
“When going on a honeymoon safari in South Africa’s parks and reserves, you might want to add on a few days to explore some of the country’s other attractions. Cape Town, with its vibrant city life, wild surroundings and world-class fine-dining restaurants, is a winner on any honeymoon itinerary. And who doesn’t want to spend the last days of their honeymoon relaxing on a tropical beach to enjoy some sand and sun, and most of all, each other’s company? The KwaZulu-Natal coast, with its warm subtropical waters, is most suitable for a conventional beach stay. The popular Garden Route, with its mountains, forests, lakes and endless beaches along the Southern Cape, is mostly explored on a road trip between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. While these beaches are picture-perfect, the mild climate and rough waters make the Garden Route more suitable as a general travel destination. Although the South African beaches don’t lack in beauty, they are relatively unspoiled and there are few resorts offering typical beach-holiday packages. For a real sea-and-sand honeymoon getaway, you might prefer to add on a few days on the tropical islands of Mauritius or Seychelles.”
4Are there special honeymoon safari packages available in South Africa?
“Several highly rated operators offer honeymoon safari packages to this varied country. South Africa ticks all the boxes for a romantic holiday. When planning your honeymoon safari, your operator will suggest an itinerary with carefully selected destinations and lodges. A lodge might be chosen because of its honeymoon suite featuring special touches, such as an alfresco shower for two, an amazing view or a private outdoor area to relax. Your operator will inform the lodges and the staff will go the extra mile to make the experience extra special. It’s all in the details: rose petals on the bed, an impromptu bush dinner under the stars and perhaps a spa treatment for two.”
5Will we get enough alone time on a honeymoon safari in South Africa?
“A honeymoon safari is the ultimate occasion to spend precious time with the person you love. You won’t want the distraction of lots of people around you. Therefore I would recommend booking a private safari as opposed to a group safari. Not only will this be more intimate, it will also give you more flexibility. At the end of each day, your guide will discuss next day’s program with you and you’ll be able to make minor changes as long as it fits within the itinerary. You’ll be able to skip the odd game drive and have a relaxed morning at the lodge. The staff might be happy to organize a private breakfast in your suite. Or you might decide to spend the afternoon together at a waterhole, watching animals coming to drink. Even on a private tour there will probably be some shared activities, such as game drives or a boat trip, but there will always be plenty of opportunities to spend time alone, without other guests or even your guide.”
6South Africa Reviews
Lucy is travel writer for a range of publications, including Lonely Planet's guides to Africa, Southern Africa and South Africa.
An array of animals
Of all the African countries people visit on safari trips, South Africa is probably the easiest to travel around. Infrastructure is excellent, accommodation for every budget is abundant and wildlife-watching opportunities stretch far beyond...
Mike is an award-winning wildlife writer, former editor of Travel Zambia magazine and author of the Bradt Guide to Southern African Wildlife.
A world in one country
South Africa’s astounding array of landscapes – from semi-desert to savanna and snow-capped mountain to coral reef – means it offers a greater variety of wildlife experience than any other African country. There are surely few other...
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A great start to our trip!! Everything was on time and well done. Highly recommend for a day trip!
From beginning to end this was a very nice experience!! This turned out to be a very nice day trip from Jo'burg during a layover day. Had some great viewing in a lovely park...hard to believe its only a couple hours from the airport...
EG
Wonderful trip to Kruger National Park
Going for a Safari in Kruger National Park was an amazing experience that I enjoyed to the maximum. The compay was very organized and committed and the drivers were amazing. I highly recommend this trip to anyone who wants to enjoy Africa's...
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Safari in South Africa won,t disappoint
In January 2023 my wife and I went on safari in South Africa prior to going to Cape Town to embark on a cruise.. I corresponded with ‘Safariwithus’ in October of 2022 to book a trip that coordinated with our time schedule and location...
NL
what a great country you are.
Making new memories South Africa. what a great country you are. nature beautiful, beautiful mountains, long quiet roads,beautiful people we spent 3 days at Graaff Reinet, made a nice walk, delicious food and great nature. from there...