8 Romantic Experiences You Can Only Have in Africa

1) South Africa: Spend A Night in a Lion Sands Tree House

Guests at one of Lion Sands three spectacular and secluded tree houses enjoy all the comforts of a 5-star safari lodge—including a delicious al fresco dinner and a beautifully-appointed suite—but with the added romance of enjoying a night alone under the African sky. Watching the sunset as you listen to the ambience of the bush far below is a special moment that you will never forget.

2) Zimbabwe: Stay in the Luxurious Victoria Falls River Lodge

Located on the edge of the Zambezi River, Victoria Falls River Lodge is the perfect place to spend your days admiring the lush beauty of Victoria Falls. The lodge’s luxury tented rooms feature thatched roofs and private decks with spectacular views of the local wildlife and the nearby Zambezi River. From taking in the awesome power of the falls, to enjoying safari game drives in Zambezi National Park there is no shortage of incredible activities available to guests. Sipping a sundowner on the Zambezi River as you watch the sun set is a romantic way to end the day at Victoria Falls.

3) Namibia: Sleep Under the Stars in Sossusvlei

Namibia is known for its contrasting landscapes including the lush bush of Etosha National Park and the vast sand dunes of Sossusvlei. At Kulala Desert Lodge, you will witness the world’s largest sand dunes up close at Sossusvlei. Guests stay in beautiful thatched rooms, built on wooden platforms that are designed to catch the cool breeze of the open plains. Each room comes with its own “star bed”—a bed located on the roof, where you can fall asleep under the stars while listening to the gentle sounds of the desert.

4) Botswana: Experience a Relaxing Mokoro Ride in Botswana’s Okavango Delta

Nestled on a private island in Botswana’s scenic Okavango Delta, the world’s largest inland Delta, Belmond Eagle Island Lodge is the ultimate destination for water-focused safaris. Guests stay in deluxe tented rooms outfitted with private plunge pools and elegant interiors that reference Botswana’s mining past. A sunset ride in a mokoro—a dugout canoe—is the romantic activity to experience at Eagle Island; you and your partner will glide gently along the delta’s smooth waterways watching, Botswana’s vibrant wildlife from afar.

5) South Africa: Enjoy a Mountainside Picnic in Cape Town

Recognized by TripAdvisor as of the top luxury hotels in South Africa for 2016, the Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa in Cape Town is the essence of romance, situated above the Atlantic Ocean and between the majestic Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles mountain range. One of the lovely features of the hotel is its mountain walk picnic. Guests take a scenic stroll on the mountainside to a secluded picnic site where they can enjoy a romantic lunch overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

6) Mozambique: Go on an Aquatic Adventure

Mozambique’s calm waters, sunny skies and white sandy beaches make it the ideal romantic paradise for travelers looking for a relaxing end to their African safari vacation. Many aquatic activities await the adventurous traveler, but some of our favorites include dolphin tours, sunset dhow sailing, snorkeling and scuba diving.

7) Kenya: See Flocks of Flamingoes at Lake Elmenteita

With one of the largest bird populations in the world, Kenya’s Lake Elmenteita is the perfect destination for travelers looking to find the beautiful birds of Africa. At the Serena Lake Elmenteita Luxury Camp, guests stay in tastefully-furnished luxury tents with views of the nearby lake. For romance, nothing beats watching the thousands of pelicans, flamingoes and other birds congregate around the lake while you enjoy a sundowner in your safari tent.

8) Tanzania: Take a Hot Air Balloon Safari Over the Serengeti

See the vast Serengeti from an entirely unique perspective: a hot air balloon. Your early-morning adventure will take you high above the African plains where you will see the Serengeti’s herds of zebra, elephant, giraffe and more under the morning sun.