For some couples, going on safari is the definitive honeymoon experience. And for first timers to Sub-Saharan Africa, Kenya is a good choice. Its safe and has more than 50 National parks and reserves as well as beach resorts on the Indian Ocean. And while the economy is improving, its a great opportunity for honeymooners - East Africa is definitely more affordable than South Africa.
With the introduction of the East African Single Visa, one can be able to combine a safari which will take you to Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda.
Something to Remember.
A hot air balloon tour will provide photo opportunities. On the coast, book diving excursions, snorkeling and fishing.
Honeymoon Suites.
Mara Toto Camp in Masai Mara Reserve, Sarova Salt lick Lodge in Tsavo National Park, Elsa's Kopje in Meru National Park, Funzi Keys Lodge on Funzi Island, these are some of the stunning lodges/camps that honeymooners can stay at and have a lovely time.
When to go.
The dry season from June - October and December.
Sample: Great African Excursions.
Offers a 12 days / 11 nights honeymoon getaway visiting the Elsa's Kopje Lodge in Meru National Park, Mara Toto Camp in Masai Mara Reserve, Sarova Salt Lick Lodge in Tsavo National Park and the Funzi Keys Lodge in Funzi Island from as low as usd 9940 pp.
www.greatafricanexcursions.com
Xugana Island Lodge in Botswana is one of the best Lodges that this country has to offer. The Lodge is situated on a private concessions and takes full advantage of this magnificent site. An open boma and al fresco dining area overlooks the expanse of pristine water that makes up the permanent Delta. The lounge, bar and dinning areas are set back under an Ebony and African Mangosteen tree canopy in open sided thatched structures, and the swimming pool, located within the mature gardens in the centre of the island, is a perfect place to relax. The lodge accommodates just 16 guests in large raised reed and thatch lagoon facing chalets, with en-suite facilities and private viewing decks situated on the shaded fringe of the island.
Uganda's star attraction is the endangered mountain gorilla, the bulkiest of living primates, and among the most peaceable. Staring into the pensive brown eyes of these gentle giants, who share 95% of their genes with humans, is as humbling as it is thrilling; no less so when one realises that fewer than 700 individuals survive, divided between Bwindi National Park and the Virunga Mountains.
Within Uganda, five habituated Gorilla troops - four in Bwindi and one in Mgahinga National Park - Can be visited by a total of 30 tourists daily. Uganda is also home to man's closest relative, the Chimpanzee, a delightful ape whose evocative pant-hoot call is a definitive sound of the African rainforest. Chimpanzee communities have been habituated for tourism at Kibale Forest, Budongo Forest and Queen Elizabeth National Park's Kyambura Gorge. A community of orphaned chimps, most of which were confiscated from poachers, can be visited on Ngamba Island, which lies on Lake Victoria 45 minutes by motorboat from Entebbe.
Monkeys are exceptionally well represented in Uganda. Indeed, Kibale Forest boasts the greatest primate variety and density in East Africa, with five or six species likely to be observed over the course of one afternoon walk. Elsewhere, Mgahinga National Park hosts habituated troops of the rare golden monkey, while Murchison Falls is one of the few East African strongholds for the spindly, plains-dwelling patas monkey
A visit to this East African country ( Uganda ) will definetly blow your mind away.
Karen Blixen Camp is an eco-friendly luxury camp that gives a
sense of the exiting explorer days when the savannah was seldom visited
and elaborate and comfortable camps were set up providing a luxurious
and stylish retreat after each day’s adventure.
Karen Blixen Camp comprises 22 large luxury canvas tents
each placed with undisturbed view along the Mara River. The stylish
restaurant, the reception, the lounge and bar and the gift shop with
internet are set on a raised wooden deck and furnished with accurate
reproductions of Karen Blixen’s private furniture to fit in with the
cozy atmosphere.
The beautiful laid swimming pool offers relaxation and even a little exercise in-between game drives. Our resident masseuse offers a wide range of wellness and beauty treatments.Karen Blixen Camp is the perfect place to sit back and relax with a gin
and tonic overlooking the Mara River and the wildlife coming to drink,
whilst exchanging stories about the adventures of the day.
Karen Blixen was passionate about cooking and found her
inspiration in the French, English, Italian and Danish kitchens. Through
historical books we have found many of her original recipes, and dining
at the Camp brings back the days of the early 1920-30’s.
Modern
day’s love for cosmopolitan food with clear notes from the Far East,
India or Africa’s own traditional cooking is also served at our table
alongside a comprehensive selection of the continents finest wines.
Breakfasts,
lunches and dinners are served in the restaurant or bush garden from
where one has an incredible close view of the Mara River and the wild
animals coming to drink.
Being out in one of the world’s most beautiful places one should
really relax and enjoy a comforting wellness treatment or a therapeutic
body massage whilst listening to the rich birdlife and the sounds of
the Mara River flowing by.
Going on a safari in the beautiful Masai Mara
is all about appreciating the wonderful and amazing wildlife. And about
slowing down and taking time off to truly pamper yourself and the one
you love.
Karen Blixen Camp has the most amazing location for relaxed
armchair game viewing. The camp gives undisturbed view to the abundance
of wildlife coming down for a drink at the Mara River.
Karen Blixen Camp encourages exquisite safari experiences. Guests are
truly able to relax, read their favorite books and get revitalized in
these beautiful and peaceful Masai Mara surroundings.
The camp is carefully located opposite a much favored drinking spot.
The bank of Mara River curves gently down in an open sandy bed and gives
the wild animals an easy access to the mineral rich soil and the river
water. Our guests have endless of entertainment.
This Conservancy began in May 2006. The Conservancy covers an area of 13,900ha, with 8900ha in Olare Orok and 5000ha in Motorogi. The two are now managed as one Conservancy. This Conservancy features some spectacular scenery,including the Ntiaitiak Gorge and the 12km-long escarpment. Olare Motorogi has some spectacular big cat numbers,including the Moniko lion pride, currently the biggest in the Mara.Careful grassland management is been done and this has resulted in spectacular and reliable Cheetah numbers.
Members include: Kicheche Camp, Mara Plains, Mara Toto and Mahali Mzuri Camp.
This Conservancy was started in March 2010. The name Naboisho was choosing by the Maasai elders which means " coming together ". The area of this Conservancy is 20,628ha, in over 500 land parcels. Naboisho includes a range of habitat, and enjoys large populations of many species, especially elephant,giraffe and herbivores such as eland and impala, and subsequently large numbers of all the predators. Naboisho has a well managed grazing programme, based on monthly meetings.
Members include: Asilia Naboisho, Basecamp Dorobo, Basecamp Eagles view, Encounter Mara Camp, Kicheche Valley Camp, Ol Seki Camp.
This Conservancy was created in 2009,starting operating January 2010. It covers an area of 30,000ha, equivalent to 21% of the National Reserve. Over 800 Masai Landowners take part in leasing their land to the conservancy. Mara North lies adjacent to the National Reserve, creating an important corridor. It's most iconic location is leopard George, famous as a big cat nursery area.
Members include: Serian Camp, Elephant Pepper Camp, Exploreans Mara Rianta, Karen Blixen Camp, Kicheche Camp, Nomadic Encounters, Offbeat Horse Safaris, Mara Plains, Offbeat Mara Camp, Royal Mara Safari Lodge, Safaris Unlimited, Saruni Camp and Saruni Wild.
