Remarkable African Honeymoon Safari and Island Paradise

The wonders of the landscape will blend with the majesty of the wildlife at Victoria Falls. As one of the world’s natural spectacles, panoramas from the top of the gorge reveal curtains of water that pour into the Lower Zambezi amidst the sound of endless thunder from the crashing cascades. Your flight will land at Victoria Falls Airport, where your private transfer will greet you upon arrival. After settling into your luxury lodge, you will have the remainder of the day at your leisure. You can sip a drink while overlooking a watering hole known for attracting zebras and giraffes.

After breakfast, your guide will lead you to the stunning trails that offer different viewpoints of Victoria Falls. A panoramic view encompasses the cascade that sweeps over a half-mile long and causes mist to rise to a height of 1,312 feet. At the edge of the precipice sits Livingstone Island and the natural pond known as the Devil’s Pool. The plunge-pool offers remarkable views of the water as it drops over 328 feet. At the Victoria Falls Bridge, you will have a dramatic view of the falls, and adventure-seekers can dive over the bridge on a certified bungee jump.

After breakfast, your private transfer will transfer you to the airport for your flight to Cape Town. After enjoying time to settle in to your hotel, the remainder of the day will be yours to experience the vibrant ambiance of the city between the foothills of Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean. You can indulge in the exclusivity of your accommodations or venture out into the city to stroll along the V&A Waterfront, which is a historic 19th-century harbor that now brims with activity around the shops, restaurants, bars, and passing fishing boats, creating a romantic ambiance.

Your guide will meet you in the lobby after breakfast eager to introduce you to the beauty and vibrancy of Cape Town. You will explore the historical and cultural sites across the city, including an excursion to the infamous Robben Island. The prison dates back to the 17th century and now acts as a memorial to those who were once incarcerated, including Nelson Mandela. The wind will sweep across the tufts of grass, carrying the scent of the sea. The lime quarry will glint in the sun while a little stone house reflects the conditions of solitary confinement.

Your guide will meet you after breakfast and lead you along the coast tour of the peninsula that leads to Cape Point. You will follow the scenic coastal drive of Chapman’s Peak, where the road has 114 curves and offers dramatic panoramic views of rugged cliffs and shimmering Atlantic waters. When you reach the Cape, you will find a protected coastline where Cape Mountain zebras graze on the windswept grasses. Here, baboons also forage for fruits and insects around the bush. The water will crash against the rocks as you find the secluded point at which warm Mozambique and cold Benguela currents converge.

The colonial settlements of Franschhoek and Stellenbosch provide oceans of vineyards that lead to the rising foothills of the surrounding mountainscapes. In Stellenbosch, the aromas of grilling steaks and charred vegetables will fill the streets before you reach charming and opulent estates with a mix of Dutch, Georgian, and Victorian architecture. When wine tasting, you will find the fantastic aromas of Pinotage that denote hints of tropical smoke and brambles. The 300-year-old history of winegrowing in Franschhoek will highlight French heritage, celebrated gastronomy, and famous wineries. Here, you can sample Sauvignon Blanc with hints of lemon and tropical fruits.

This morning, you will fly to Skukuza Airport in Kruger National Park. Your private transfer will greet you at the airfield and escort you to a gorgeous lodge inside the world-famous Sabi Sands Game Reserve, which helps form a portion of Kruger National Park’s 7,523 square miles of protected landscape. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure to bask in the secluded luxuries and romantic ambiance of your lodge. Here, you can enjoy a view over the winding river and its lush banks that are known for attracting gazelles and thirsty buffalo.

Your morning game drive will begin before sunrise. Your guide will lead you through the vibrant landscape in search of the wildlife that is active before the midday heat settles over the scenic mixture of grassland, woodlands, and marshy banks. The dense population of Big Cats brings the exhilarating opportunity for viewing lions and leopards in their natural habitat. In the evening, you will spend the night in a luxury treehouse with a panorama across the Sabie River. You may be able to hear hyenas prowling around the grasses and the quiet steps of a hunting leopard.

You will experience the joys of game drives once more in the morning and evening. Your drives will be guided by a ranger who is skilled in spotting resting wildlife and signs of rare animals. In the late afternoon, you will set out on a second game drive as the wildlife once again becomes active due to the waning heat. As you explore the wilderness, you can spot the wide frame of a white rhino as it strolls through the grass. A male can grow 13 feet from head to tail and reach 5,100 pounds.

The charms of your honeymoon will continue when you travel from Kruger Mpumalanga Airport to Johannesburg International for your flight bound for Mahe and Seychelles International Airport. As the flight lands, you will notice the lavish blues and greens that emanate from the lush landscape and clear water of the Indian Ocean. Your private transfer will escort you to an exclusive seaside resort where you can indulge in the tropical comforts of your passionate getaway. The aroma of the sea will fade beneath the scents of coconut and pineapple as you discover the resort’s soothing charms and the island’s serene atmosphere.

This morning, you will wake up to the sounds of a tropical paradise in your resort within over 296 acres of rare and luxuriant vegetation. You can board a catamaran bound for Mahe Reef. You will dive into the warm water and enjoy the vibrant marine life on a snorkeling excursion to discover radiant angelfish that swim near rugged outcroppings of granite and preserved coral. The seabed will undulate with sections of branch coral and give way to beds of seagrass where Hawksbill turtles glide through the water. You will also have a view of Victoria as you sail to the resort.

You can delight in a day of action at Morne Seychelles National Park to explore the impressive combination of coastal mangrove forests and lush woodlands that lead to the peak of Morne Seychelles at 2,969 feet. Walking trails wind into the dense jungle, which makes civilization feel worlds away. You will pass ruins of antique cinnamon distilleries and reach the breathtaking view from the mountain summit. The panorama includes lush jungle canopy and opens to the expansive turquoise water. In the evening, you can embrace the romance of the island with dinner on the sands underneath the majestic starlight.

After breakfast, the day will be yours to bask in the beauty of the tropical island and the passion of your honeymoon escape. You can wander through the famous Sir Selwyn Selwyn-Clarke Market to find colorful fruit and vegetables alongside aromatic spices and an astonishing variety of fresh seafood. You can also make your way to powdery white sands that lead into the crystalline of the Indian Ocean at Beau Vallon Beach. The fringing palm trees cast shade over the coastline, and the waves offer a soothing lull in the afternoon air.

The doors of the Kaz Zanana gallery will open in the morning. The 1915 wooden Creole structure remains part of the island heritage and features works that belong to Seychelle’s most-notable painter. The aromas of freshly brewed vanilla tea will fill the hotel dining room at breakfast and be accompanied by the scent of coconut. Your private transfer will meet you at the hotel and escort you to the airport for your flight home.