1
$$$$ · Ultra-luxury
Serengeti
TanzaniaGolden plains, big cats, and candlelit tented camps.
- Best:
- June–October
- Flight:
- 18–22 hrs
By vibe · Safari
Safari honeymoon: where to go and what it costs
Lions at sunrise, candlelit dinners in the bush, and a deck all to yourselves. Here are the parks and camps we recommend for a honeymoon safari, when to go, and how to finish on a beach.
Quick answer
The best safari honeymoons are the Serengeti, Masai Mara, Okavango Delta and Sabi Sands, ideally June–October in dry season. Plan three to four nights per camp, budget $700–$1,500 per person per night all-inclusive, and add a beach or winelands finish.
2
$$$$ · Ultra-luxury
Masai Mara
KenyaThe great migration, from a balloon at sunrise.
- Best:
- July–October
- Flight:
- 17–21 hrs
3
$$$$ · Ultra-luxury
Okavango Delta
BotswanaWater safaris by mokoro through palm-island channels.
- Best:
- May–September
- Flight:
- 20–24 hrs
4
$$$ · Luxury
Sabi Sands & Kruger
South AfricaBig Five sightings from a suite with its own plunge pool.
- Best:
- May–September
- Flight:
- 17–20 hrs
5
$$ · Mid-range
Cape Town & Winelands
South AfricaMountain-backed vineyards and world-class food.
- Best:
- November–March
- Flight:
- 17–20 hrs
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Frequently asked questions
+Where should we go for a safari honeymoon?
Masai Mara or Serengeti for the migration and balloon flights, Sabi Sands in South Africa for the easiest luxury first safari, and the Okavango Delta in Botswana if you want almost no other vehicles.
+When is the best time for a safari honeymoon?
June–October is dry season across East and Southern Africa — thinner bush, animals at waterholes, and the Mara river crossings from late July. May and November are cheaper shoulder months.
+How much does a safari honeymoon cost?
Budget $700–$1,500 per person per night at a good camp, all meals, drinks and game drives included. A 10-night trip with three safari nights, three beach nights and flights typically lands at $12,000–$20,000 for two; South Africa can be done for far less.
+Can you combine a safari with a beach honeymoon?
Yes, and you should. Classic pairings are Serengeti plus Zanzibar, Masai Mara plus Diani or the Seychelles, and Sabi Sands plus Cape Town and the winelands. Do safari first, beach second.
+How many nights should we spend on safari?
Three or four nights per camp, two camps maximum. Fewer than three nights and you risk missing sightings; more than four in one place and the drives start to repeat.