Honeymoon Safari in Tanzania

Tanzania is the favorite honeymoon destination.

Romantic, exhilarating, luxurious – just tell us what you would like, and we’ll design a honeymoon that is perfect for you.

This country offers a fantastic combination of adventure and romance. The game viewing is exceptionally good, and Tanzania offers several small, intimate, and authentic camps and lodges, many of which provide the option to book a private vehicle for game drives.

Where to go in Tanzania on your honeymoon safari

When it comes to safari destinations, Tanzania divides into two areas – the famous ‘Northern Circuit and the off-the-beaten-track south.

Within the North, our top picks for honeymooners are…

The Ngorongoro Crater – The views from the Crater rim are sure to have you gasping with awe. Well worth a visit for the scenic vistas alone, the Crater is also home to some incredible big game, including big tusker elephants, large feelings of pride of lions, and herds of buffalo that often stand up to the big cats.

The Serengeti – From witnessing the Great Migration to catching sight of the big cats that follow the herds, you and your partner will be mesmerized by this national park every time you set off on a traditional game drive!

Both pack a mighty punch when it comes to the sheer volume of wildlife, including all the Big Five.

But there’s plenty to see in the South too, specifically in…

Ruaha National Park – Located in the heart of Tanzania, and being the country’s largest national park, Ruaha is a fantastic area to visit. It is predator-rich and far off the beaten track – an office favorite for value alone!

The Selous Game Reserve. – The Selous is a watery world filled with palm trees, boat cruises, and of course some wonderful wildlife. This reserve is perfect for a quiet and romantic safari!

The best honeymoon properties in Tanzania

Plantation Lodge
Located in the Karatu region, Plantation Lodge is a superb base from which to explore the Ngorongoro Crater, featuring characterful rooms, immaculate gardens, a swimming pool, and its coffee plantation and working farm.

Entamanu Ngorongoro
Run by Nomad Tanzania, this six-tented camp boasts a fabulous location on the famous Crater rim and is perfect for honeymooners seeking authentic experiences of the Ngorongoro area as a whole.

Serian Camps
Situated throughout the Serengeti, renowned guide Alex Walker’s properties bring you the best of all the national park’s wildlife and are ideal for an adventurous honeymoon.

Lamai Serengeti
Also from Nomad Tanzania, Lamai is positioned on top of a kopje, and every one of its classically luxurious rooms has uninterrupted views over the sprawling plains.

Ikuka Safari Camp
Another classic camp with amazing views, Ikuka sits atop Ruaha National Park’s Mwagusi escarpment and includes just six deluxe rooms with a private veranda, as well as a lovely communal swimming pool.

Sand Rivers Camp
One of the finest properties in the Selous Game Reserve, this camp was set up by well-known guide Richard Bonham and features plush guest suites and spectacular vistas over the Rufiji river.

Boutique Hotel Matlai
With a brilliant location on Zanzibar’s southeast coast, Matlai offers lovely rooms, delicious food and drink, and very attentive service – this is our top boutique hotel on the island.

Baraza Resort & Spa
Baraza is an east-coast resort with a wealth of communal facilities, Zanzibar’s Baraza nevertheless offers all the charm of a much smaller property, and the sheer beauty of its architecture will thrill you.

Zuri Zanzibar
One of the island’s newest properties, Zuri is located on the island’s best non-tidal beach and its accommodation options include a suite with breathtaking views and your very own Jacuzzi.

Additionally, you can combine your safari in Tanzania with beach time in Zanzibar! Most of our clients who choose Tanzania for their honeymoon want to start with a safari before spending a few days relaxing on an idyllic beach. However, you can easily spend time on the beach first, followed by a safari – the choice is yours!