Honeymoon in South Africa and Romantic Getaways

South Africa is one of the top travel destinations inluxurious and well-appointed sea and lake-facing
the world, and is an especially popular choice forsuites.
honeymoons. The excellent weather coupled withThe Eastern Cape
splendidly diverse scenery means that newlywedsThe Eastern Cape offers a wealth of private game
can enjoy a variety of romantic getaways in Southreserves and accompanying luxury lodges.
Africa. Invigorating activities, fine dining under the African
From the balmy subtropical climate in KwaZulu-Natal,night sky and game viewing opportunities set the
to the barren beauty of the Karoo, the lush andscene for a memorable getaway. The Pumba Private
forested coastal mountains of the Garden Route andGame Reserve offers five star accommodation in a
the typically African game-filled savannah grasslandsBig Five reserve.  For a coastal setting, Diaz 15
of Limpopo and Mpumalanga, South Africa hasHouse on the Beach in Jeffrey's Bay conveys a
something for everyone.modern yet relaxed setting in this seaside town
In addition to the wide variety of landscapes andwhere sun, sea and sand is all part of the surfer
experiences available in South Africa, internationallifestyle.
honeymooners often find that when it comes toKwaZulu-Natal – Fun in the sun
value for money, South Africa is an excellent choice.Which area offers visitors snow-capped mountains
European and North American visitors can enjoyduring winter, warm seas and great weather all year
five-star accommodation and dining for a fraction ofround, endless golden beaches and some of the
what it would cost at home.finest game reserves in South Africa? KwaZulu-Natal
Honeymoons in South Africa can be tailored to eachof course! The province is best known for its laid
couple's particular taste. Some may opt for moreback atmosphere, enviable weather and popular
rustic luxury, Big Five game viewing and romanticcoastline.
bush dinners in the Kruger National Park while otherKZN has many opportunities for quiet and secluded
couples may prefer a more cosmopolitan break atgetaways. The cities are well populated but there are
one of Cape Town's elegant city hotels or barefootmany sizeable game reserves in all areas of the
luxury along the KwaZulu-Natal North Coast. Theprovince. The Greater St Lucia Wetlands Park and
choices are virtually endless.Hluhluwe Game Reserve in Zululand are possibly two
The Fairest Capeof the most well-known. There are a number of
Cape Town has a wealth of scenery capable offavourite spots for romantic honeymoon getaways in
treating couples to a romantic honeymoon. ForKwaZulu-Natal. These include sub-tropical escapes to
couples who enjoy beaches, Cape Town's Atlanticthe Elephant Coast, the exclusive and luxurious North
Seaboard hotels in popular locations such as CampsCoast, the tranquil and serene South Coast and the
Bay are ideal. Cape Town's vibrant V&ADrakensberg Mountains which are situated inland.
Waterfront complex features a number of exclusiveThe Elephant Coast in Zululand is characterised by its
and well-appointed hotels like the Cape Grace and thedeserted and spotlessly clean beaches bordered by
Table Bay Hotel. These hotels provide opulentgreen forest reminiscent of a secluded island paradise.
accommodation in the heart of the WaterfrontRomantic getaways are also available at a selection
where guests will find a wide range of shops,of five star game lodges. Thonga Beach Lodge is a
restaurants and activities.sublime beach hideaway on the Maputaland Coast
Outside Cape Town, the Cape offers endlesswhich embraces coastal charm at its best.
choices. The Whale Coast is a popular tourist routeThe rolling terrain of the South Coast is blanketed
just over an hour and a half from Cape Town.with sugarcane plantations which extend all the way
Characterised by quaint seaside towns and pristinedown to the quiet and secluded beaches. Selborne
beaches, this area is popular with local and foreignHotel, Spa & Golf Estate is a resort in the
tourists alike. The Grootbos Private Game Reserve, awell-visited South Coast town of Pennington, a mere
luxury eco-tourism resort in a protected naturehour's drive from Durban.
reserve, is a well positioned base from which to relaxHartford House offers old-world charm and
and explore in the area.new-world luxury at their retreat in Mooi River, an
The Cape Winelands are seated in the mountains ofarea of the Drakensberg Mountains. The surrounding
the Boland and feature historic towns such asescarpment is a favourite location for exhilarating hot
Franschhoek, world famous for its culinary andair balloon rides and other romantic pastimes.
viticultural excellence, and Stellenbosch which is oftenHoneymoons in the Kruger National Park
considered the heart of the Cape Wine Route.The Kruger National Park is arguably South Africa's
Honeymoons taken in the area are set againstfavourite bush honeymoon destination. The park
panoramic mountain views, luxurious and historic winestretches a colossal 350km from North to South and
estates and quiet surroundings.60km from East to West. Luxurious game lodges
Newlyweds who enjoy being pampered can embellishtend to be concentrated in the southern part of the
themselves at Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa wherepark in a concession called the Sabi Sands. The Sabi
they will have the opportunity to enjoy good wineSands and various other smaller concessions share a
and food, beautiful scenery and luxurious spafenceless border with Kruger, allowing game to
treatments. A little down the road in Stellenbosch,wander freely. These private reserves offer some of
the Lanzerac Hotel and Spa offers guests a similarthe best game viewing in the country as well as
experience.five-star luxury in the African bush.
Unmatched beauty in the Garden RouteNotable game lodges for honeymoon getaways
The Garden Route offers honeymoon getawaysinclude the famous Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve,
amongst some of South Africa's most spectacularSingita Ebony and Boulders, and Simbambili all of
scenery. Towns such as Plettenberg Bay, Nature'swhom will go out of their way to create a
Valley and Knysna are set against dramatic andhoneymoon experience like no other.
densely forested mountain ranges. The KnysnaNorth West Province
forest and lagoon create an otherworldly beauty toThe Pilanesburg National Park is located in the North
suit the legend and mystery in which the area isWest Province of South Africa and is characterised
steeped.by the seemingly endless savannah plains within its
For those that enjoy world-class golf courses andboundaries and the Big Five game which make the
unadulterated luxury in a maritime environment, thepark their home. Open air game drives and animal
Pezula Resort Hotel and Spa in Knysna is the perfecttracking provide thrilling entertainment whilst
choice. Tucked away near a secluded beach, Pezula'soutstanding cuisine and hospitality ensures that
luxury villas offer guests privacy and modernguests spend their stay at the Ivory Tree Game
convenience.Lodge in splendour and indulgence.
If an intimate beach hotel setting is preferable to aA honeymoon should be an intimate and special
luxurious golf resort, this can be found a little furtherromantic getaway, a perfect way for a couple to
East of Knysna in Plettenberg Bay. “Plett”, asbegin their life together and special enough to create
it is known by the locals, is a bustling seaside townmemories to last a lifetime. South Africa features
hemmed in by striking mountains and expansiveample opportunities for honeymooners to enjoy their
crescent beaches. Plettenberg Park Hotel and Spaperfect escape, no matter what their individual tastes
hotel offers honeymooners accommodation inmay be.