Each region of Africa is full of new and exciting cultures, adventures, and history. But some areas are better suited for you based on your specific preferences. South Africa, for example, is great for honeymooners who wish to experience city elements and some wildlife safaris, while East Africa is ideal for those who wish to do more safaris and / or take part in chimpanzee or gorilla trekking.
The great thing about planning a luxury African honeymoon is that each and every detail is high-end and completely customized based on your personal preferences. Therefore, you experience Africa exactly the way you want, when you want.
When considering a honeymoon to Africa, it’s important to be realistic about everything from your budget to your personal preferences—and don’t forget about the preferences of your husband or wife! He or she might have different vacation preferences than you, which is why it’s always important to compile individual lists and then compromise on each element of your lists.
Here are five things you need to know before booking a honeymoon to Africa:
1. Your budget: If you want a high-end, completely customized African honeymoon, your budget must be a minimum of $10,000 per person. This includes your airfare and transportation, luxury accommodations, superior services and amenities, private tours / safaris, intimate dinners, and each and every small detail that makes all the difference.
2. The time of year you wish to take your honeymoon: Depending on the time of year you want to book your honeymoon to Africa, you could have to book anywhere from six months to over a year out. If you wish to experience your honeymoon over the holidays in December, you need to plan 12 – 18 months in advance to ensure your space in Africa’s most romantic and renowned accommodations.
We advise that you book your honeymoon as soon as possible so that each of your accommodation preferences can be met.
We also suggest that you plan on visiting Africa for your honeymoon in the months between July and November, as these months yield the most beauty and wildlife. Although many countries in Africa are year-round destinations, some months do offer greater wildlife observation and weather conditions.
3. Your accommodation preferences: Africa’s accommodations range everywhere from mobile tents to lavish five-star hotels, and luxurious chalets to romantic “tree houses.”
If you’re thinking: “A mobile tent on my honeymoon? No way,” you might be surprised to discover that although these accommodations are mobile, they are spacious, intimate, and high-end. It’s also important to consider that these mobile safaris usually only last anywhere from 2 – 5 days, which means you can stay in a luxury chalet or hotel for the rest of your stay in Africa. But, if you and your spouse are not the adventurous type, a mobile safari might not be for you.
Chalets are a great medium between a five-star hotel and a mobile safari. They have a permanent location, often incorporating elements of nature in their design and boast 19th century safari décor and romance. Most chalets have an open design which enables air and other natural surroundings to incorporate themselves within these spacious and private accommodations.
4. Your activity preferences: Do you want to visit the fluffy white beaches of Mozambique? Has one of your lifelong dreams been to view the Big Five on safari? Are you interested in experiencing the bustling city of Cape Town or touring the infamous Table Mountain? Whether you crave adventure or desire a more peaceful and romantic escape, you must understand your preferences before booking your honeymoon to Africa.
Customized itineraries can bring you the best of both worlds. Whether you want 80% of your trip to be relaxation and romance with 20% of your trip comprised of adventurous activities, or vice versa, a personalized itinerary has the ability to accommodate your specific needs.
It’s also important to be open and honest with your African travel agent about your activity preferences. A great African travel agent will get to know you and your spouse and understand your personal needs and desires, and provide you with the best advice for your luxury honeymoon.
5. The length of time you wish to stay: Whether you want your honeymoon to last for two weeks or a month, you need to plan your destinations and activities based on the time you have in Africa. It’s also important to consider length of stay when planning your budget to Africa.
Also, you will have more time to devote to activities if you remain in the same region of Africa as oppose to moving throughout the continent during your stay. This is why it’s important to understand your transportation options and how much time each option will take away from your activities.
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