Top 10 Safari honeymoons
Have a wild time in the world’s most romantic lodges
Elsa’s Kopje
Elsa's Kopje is the ultimate stylish retreat for adventurous couples and comes complete with an infinity swimming pool with views across to Mount Kenya. Do your homework before you go by watching 60s flick Born Free in which the lodge featured.
Sossusvlei Wilderness Camp
Sossusvlei Wilderness Camp, in the heart of Namibia, is set on its own rocky promontory with panoramic views of the Kulala Wilderness Reserve. Rooms boast plunge pools and four-poster beds.
Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
Ngorongoro Crater Lodge in Tanzania, is perched on the edge of a 12-mile crater, now a UNESCO World Heritage site, and offers the most laid-back game viewing in the world.
Mowani Mountain Camp
Mowani Mountain Camp in Namibia has an open-air Presidential Suite, which is just perfect for honeymooners, from the giant king-size bed to the breathtaking views and butler service.
Lake Manyara Tree Lodge
Lake Manyara Tree Lodge has 10 exquisitely furnished villas perched in mahogany trees in the Lake Manyara National Park in Tanzania, home to pink flamingos and tree-climbing lions.
Phinda Getty Lodge
Phinda Getty Lodge is a new lodge set in a private reserve in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. There are just four suites and an open-plan kitchen and infinity pool to lounge around when you're not out viewing game.
Karoo Valley Lodge
Karoo Valley Lodge in the Samara Private Game Reserve, South Africa, is inspired by Africa's colonial past; think polished wood floors, crisp white linen, four-poster beds and cocktails at sunset.
Ulusaba
Ulusaba, Richard Branson's fabulous South Africa retreat, has seen the addition of two Makwela suites, each with private plunge pools plus a new Aroma Boma Spa. Pure bliss.
Singita Private Game Reserve
Singita Private Game Reserve in the Sabi Sand Reserve in South Africa has captured many a heart. Safari veterans consider it the best. Its Ebony and Boulders Lodge with room for 18 guests each, pull out all the stops for romantic safari honeymoon.
Governors’ Camp
Governors’ Camp in Kenya is widely regarded as offering the best accommodation and game viewing in the Masai Mara, with the big five - leopard, lion, buffalo, elephant and rhino - in abundance.
