South African Safari Honeymoons

What better place to unwind after a wedding and really get away from it all,than in the secluded heart of a game reserve among the natural beauty and romance that only South Africa can offer. At Savannah Safaris, we can tailor make our African safari honemoon packages for you to ensure you have the right balance of privacy and adventure. The whole experience is infused with luxury and indulgence, from the gourmet cuisine and fine wines to the elegantly appointed private chalets. We even include the starriest of night skies as standard – perfect for the dreamy evenings you’ll want to spend together.

Whether you’re first-timers or renewing your vows, or simply wanting a romantic getaway, a South African safari honeymoon in a private game reserve provides intimacy and the kind of sublime experience which creates the most precious memories.

We like to set the bar high when it comes to distinctive and luxurious South Africa safari honeymoons and will welcome you warmly to your spacious, beautifully furnished chalet with double height thatched ceilings, a supremely comfy bed with top-grade linens, and unbroken views into the bush and across the hillsides. The bathroom is elegant, with a large free-standing stone bath, an open shower and double basins with full-width mirror, and there’s a private open-air shower to cool off straight away after a day out.

Savannah Safaris’ Luxury Private Lodges

You’ll arrive at your luxury honeymoon safari lodge to a sparkling champagne reception and then there’s time to relax as the soft sounds of crickets and exotic birds begin to work their magic on you. Our staff are on hand to offer a discreet and attentive service, so all that remains for you is to chill out in the shady gardens on your own private deck whilst your personal housekeeper tops up your drinks. Best of all, your private safari vehicle is standing by when you’re ready to take your first drive into Pilanesberg’s animal reserve in search of the Big 5.

Uniquely, the Lodge is completely private and exclusively for your party; you won’t have to share it with anyone you don’t know. It’s designed to be intimate, offering seclusion combined with just the right amount of non-intrusive pampering from the staff to make sure your luxury honeymoon in Africa exceeds all expectations. ​

There are separate luxury chalets within the landscaped grounds for your nearest and dearest. The individual chalets offer in our South Africa honeymoon packages all have their own personal facilities and are designed to provide as much privacy as the two of you could need. The lodge has created the perfect balance between the private and the communal, so that you will also be able to forge unforgettable memories with the ones you love the most, sipping champagne together by the pool, savouring gourmet dinners prepared by your private chef, and watching the stars gather overhead as the animals call to each other into the darkness.

Why Pilanesberg National Park?

Pilanesberg National Park, South Africa

Pilanesberg is where the big outdoors and the possibility of big game encounters come as one. Because of its relatively small size and its location at a point where the desert meets the veldt, it is home to a range of wildlife that is both varied and found in concentrated numbers. There is so much to see and discover and our professional and experienced ranger-guides are enthusiastic about sharing their knowledge with you.

There are daily international flights to Cape Town and Johannesburg and your onward travel to Sun City and your meeting point with us takes under two hours, making journeys easy and affordable. (The price of the Rand has fallen in recent years making South Africa a seriously attractive destination for financial reasons, too).

South Africa isn’t just about the wildlife (although you wouldn’t want to miss out on a luxury safari). Because our vacations are bespoke, we can combine a wide selection of experiences in our honeymoon safari packages in South Africa that can focus on natural and cultural life, too. You can enjoy a wonderful week’s safari, add the excitement and contrast of city life, and also have time for sun-worshipping on the beach. On a two week Platinum experience, for example, your group itinerary is entirely tailor-made but can include any of these:

More Honeymoon and Couple Options

With the right honeymoon planning it’s possible to combine three roamntic honeymoon ideas into one – a thrilling week on safari, the glitz and glitter of a city break and time to take it easy on the beach. On a two-week Platinium honeymoon for example you could experience:

  • Morning and evening drives into Pilanesberg’s wonderful reserve
  • Visit to Sun City for night-life or golf
  • Personal chef, housekeeper, gardener and ranger-guide
  • Outside dining and African star-gazing evenings
  • Lunch-time fun bar-b-cues and meals out
  • Drinks around the pool and spa tub
  • Hot air ballooning and spectacular views across the hills and plains
  • Cape Town – your choice:
    • Shopping and nightlife
    • Table Mountain visit (if the weather’s good)
    • Beach Day
    • Golf Day
    • Whale watching
  • Victoria Falls – one of the seven wonders of the World, never forgotten

Creative Group Safaris

Artistic or study groups, why not arrange for your tutor to come with you?

    • Up to nine members can accompany a tutor for super holiday, as intensive as you like, to sketch or photograph on a drive and return to the Lodge for expression and teaching.
    • Sign up for magical moments that take your breath away; rare sightings of leopard cubs, the numerous shades of gold in sweeping winter landscapes, how to describe the sounds of Africa at dawn.