7 African destinations perfect for a romantic getaway

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October 6, 2017 9:49 AM

Africa has its romantic side, and is a perfect destination for newlyweds and those who caught the love bug.

Africa is iconic for its epic wildlife, rugged landscapes, ancient wonders, and an incredible variety of cultures.

However, our beautiful continent also has its romantic side, and is a perfect destination for newlyweds and those who caught the love bug looking to experience the ultimate romantic getaway.

1. Tofo, Mozambique

The sleepy town of Tofo in Mozambique has all the ingredients for a perfect romantic getaway. Nestled on a tranquil bay overlooking the Indian Ocean, Tofo is a colonial-era fishing village.

It also happens to be the world’s premier destination for swimming with white sharks and manta rays and home to one of Africa’s most responsible and sustainable marine tourism industries.

2. Masai Mara National Park, Kenya

Couples looking for a more adventurous getaway should consider a multi-day route through Kenya’s Masai Mara National Park.

One of Kenya’s most popular parks, Masai is home to a stunning variety of animals including the famous “Big 5” of the African grasslands. Beyond the wildlife and unique local culture, couples can also reserve stays at some of the more luxurious bush camps and spend their evenings taking an al-fresco shower while the sun sets over the countryside.

3. Seychelles

The Seychelles offer the lush vegetation and exotic beaches of any tropical islands.

Seychelles is home to incredible and virtually untouched beaches like Gran Ansé as well as the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that’s home to such an incredible variety of plant and animal life that one 19th-century general named it the real-life Garden of Eden.

4. Zanzibar, Tanzania

Zanzibar, white-sand islands off the coast of Tanzania whose historic district of Stone Town is one of East Africa’s few remaining ancient cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Couples should consider heading to Nungwi, a quiet touristy village on the northern tip of Unguja Island where they can spend their days relaxing next to the turquoise waters, cruising through vibrant mangroves, and exploring the delightful “ghost islands” that appear during low tide.

5. Cape Winelands, South Africa

Why not opt for the rugged mountains and vineyards of South Africa’s Cape Winelands for your honeymoon? The green valleys that make up the Winelands are wedged between scenic peaks and dotted by historic wineries and estates dating back to the time of the Huguenots.

Here, you can leisurely explore the country’s most charming historical wineries, sample some of the cellars’ best vintages, and experience life in one of the world’s premier wine regions.

6. Lake Malawi

For the ultimate getaway, get lost amidst the mango trees, age-old baobabs, and fall under the spell of the captivating, mythical Lake Malawi.

This limitless turquoise lake is full of pebble-white sandy beaches and sleepy fishing villages. The water is wonderfully clear, perfect for swimming, snorkelling and diving, or just relaxing.

7. Victoria Falls, Livingstone, Zambia

Named after the late Queen of England, Victoria Falls or ‘the smoke that thunders’ is notorious for being one of the most natural romantic destinations on Earth.

The New York Times even went as far to say that luxury lodge Tongabezi’s Honeymoon House, on the banks of the Zambezi River, is ‘worth getting married for’.

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