Most just-married couples view the honeymoon as the fun, exciting second half of the wedding event. They made it through the first half with all the stress of planning the big event, and now it’s time to relax. Make no mistake! The second half, the honeymoon, is a huge deal and needs to come off without a hitch.

So, hopefully, after you and your intended narrowed down a short list of possible honeymoon destinations, you arrived at your heart’s desire. An African honeymoon safari, with all the bells and whistles, all the grandeur and adventure waiting just for you.

A Tanzanian honeymoon safari promises a beautiful adventure. Imagine the awe-inspiring view of magnificent animals, breathtaking scenery, and dramatic landscapes. Imagine visiting tribal communities, walking through small villages, and enjoying the warm hospitality of the locals. Imagine spectacular sights, the likes of which you’ve never dreamed.

So to help you raise the romance and adventure factor in your honeymoon experience–and in the most extraordinary and thoughtful ways–we’ve compiled a short list of amazing ideas for your consideration.

1. Go On a Romantic Hot Air Balloon Ride

Arranging a hot air balloon ride for you and your new spouse will be a wonderfully unexpected treat. If you’re on a luxury honeymoon safari, you should include this on your budget. How could there be a better vantage point to appreciate Serengeti’s magnificent landscape and wildlife at sunrise than from a hot air balloon? Talk about an out-of-this-world experience! You can plan it as a surprise excursion to make it even more of a thrill.

Imagine starting another wonderful day on your honeymoon by lifting off at dawn inside a colorful hot air balloon with a parade of wild animals below. How do you even top such an experience? Take pictures to your heart’s content, but take some time and set the camera aside. Let the quiet settle around you and your beloved as you stand in awe of what is unfolding below.

And after such a sublime experience, you’ll step down from the balloon and walk nearby to enjoy a champagne brunch in a beautiful resort. Now that’s memorable!

2. Go On a Picnic and Make It New for You

A picnic with the person you love is one of life’s most underrated simple joys. It’s romantic and intimate, with lots of room for special touches but not much pressure otherwise. You and your loved one can decide how elaborate or basic it should be. 

The choice is all yours; you can sip a little of your favorite champagne from beautiful crystal or red plastic cups. And remember to include chocolates, strawberries, or other yummy treats in your basket.

Many of Africa’s national parks offer a multitude of safe, amazingly scenic, easily accessible, perfect little spots for a picnic. Take some time and scope out a nice flat spot with a gorgeous vista. Ask at the lodge for recommendations or at least advice on locations to avoid at all costs!

A picnic escapade in the wild is a beautiful way to begin your new life together. The bush offers birdwatching and wildlife viewing opportunities while you eat, drink, laugh, and relax. Cheers to a beautiful and memorable honeymoon.  

3. Magical Sunrises and Sunsets Not to be Missed

Every moment spent together is a romantic moment for those in love and newly married. And togetherness, especially as the African sun rises and sets, is pure bliss.

Even if you’re not on an early morning game drive, famous for catching sunrises, make a point to wake up and throw open the curtains. Soak up the beauty, feel a moment of thanks as you start a new day, and go back to bed if you want to!

But if you want to make a sunrise or sunset into a special occasion, pick a stunning spot anywhere! A beach, a mountain top, or just any place you have some land stretching out in front of you–it’s all glorious! And if you’re on a Tanzanian honeymoon safari, Zanzibar Island gets our vote for its magnificent sunrises and sunsets over the sparkling blue ocean.

Watch the morning and evening sun cast its deep orange, red, and amber hues for the world to witness. Bring along some special romantic touches, maybe some hot coffee in the morning and champagne in the evening. Bring a blanket to stay cozy and comfortable. And as the sun rises or sets, take the chance to talk about how happy you are, how much you are enjoying this special trip, and how hopeful you are for the future.

You’ve probably heard that it’s the small things that make the world beautiful. Sunrise and sunset are two things you can count on daily, and sharing those moments, when we pause and are present, creates a lovely ritual and helps strengthen your bond. And undoubtedly, a beginning of a long and happy marriage. 

4. Book a Honeymoon Photoshoot

“A picture is worth a thousand words,” so they say. And you want your pictures to capture it all. You want to look back at your photos and remember the love and enjoyment of your time together when you began your married life. So why not plan a professional photoshoot while you’re out and about on your honeymoon?

Africa offers a kazillion Instagrammable sights. Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, and the Ngorongoro Crater–to name only a few–abound with romantically photogenic opportunities.

It will be fun and worth a few laughs, for sure. And a professional photographer guarantees flawless images that you’ll be so happy to have as time goes by. 

Takeaway

Sure, you expect your honeymoon to be a romantic getaway. But you also want it to be unique and exciting–a time shared that is truly memorable for the best of reasons. 

And when you honeymoon in Africa, you can share a fantastic experience. Scenic beauty, wildlife, luxury, relaxation, or excitement that takes you out of your comfort zones. It’s all at your fingertips.

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