WE HAD SUCH AN AMAZING HONEYMOON! Review

WE HAD SUCH AN AMAZING HONEYMOON!

Hi Lise,

We had such an AMAZING honeymoon. It was so well planned from beginning to end and we cannot THANK YOU more for making our trip so unbelievable.

Each step of our trip was so thoroughly planned out by you. After spending so much time/energy on the wedding it was so nice to just step back and not have to worry that somebody was going to pick us up for the airport or what time our flight was. It was truly a relaxing experience and we could trust you with every part of the trip.

At dinners in Cape Town they even congratulated us on our honeymoon. You really went above and beyond and I will feel 10000% confident recommending you to all of my friends and family who are thinking about a trip to South Africa.

Singita Lebombo: was absolutely over the top remarkable. The staff pays such attention to detail and remembers everything like your choice of water sparking or still. We saw the big five 🙂 and took unforgettable pictures. Any request we had, the staff responded with “yes of course”. From leaving champagne in our room to drawing a bath for us so we didnt have to wait, no stone was left unturned. I have never felt that taken care of at a hotel before. The food was also very good and we definitely did not go to bed hungry ever. They really fed us a lot!!

MannaBay: was very pretty and well decorated! We were a tad bit disappointed to find out when we reached the hotel that we were not staying in the room with a private pool. The hostess had told us it was booked before our trip. Our room was still gorgeous nonetheless. To be quite honest: the staff besides the main receptionist seemed very confused and not on top of it. I am not sure if this was because of the language gap, or maybe because we were just so spoiled in Singita. However, this still did not lessen the happiness of our stay. The food was very good and it was always nice to come back to a platter of food and drinks at high tea.

David: was an absolute pleasure. He was very knowledgable about Cape Town and South Africa. He was very interesting and gave us private time at meals, knowing we were on our honeymoon. I thought that was very mature and thoughtful. He was on time and very easy to speak with and spend time with.

Again, thank you for everything. We will look back at this trip as a once in a lifetime experience.

All the best,

Lani

Trip Details

Accommodation: Singita Lebombo Lodge, Abu Camp, MannaBayTours: Luxury Honeymoon Adventure, Botswana & Victoria Falls SafariDestinations: Kruger Private Concessions, Cape Town

Chobe National Park, in the northeast of Botswana, is the country’s second largest national park and is blessed with one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. With an elephant population numbering close to 30 000, nowhere else in Africa has more of the iconic animal and you are all but guaranteed some amazing elephant sightings. Chobe is also the scene of the annual zebra migration - a truly moving spectacle to witness - which brings the whole park to life. Nearby to both the Okavango Delta and Victoria Falls, a visit to Chobe National Park works well when combined with the two and is sure to provide a truly memorable safari experience.

If one had to describe Singita Lebombo in a nutshell, you could say that it's the epitome of breathtaking scenery meeting world-class accommodation. Added to that, the lodge enjoys pride of place on the Mozambican border and couldn't boast a more enviable setting. It's enveloped by the Kruger National Park, which stretches along the length of South Africa’s Mpumalanga and Limpopo provinces, and as far as Zimbabwe in the north. Named after the ridge it's built on, Singita Lebombo's elevated position shows off the magnificence of the African bush and its proximity to some of the world's densest animal populations is just another feather in its cap.

What makes Abu Camp extraordinary is that guests have the opportunity of getting a glimpse into the secret world of the resident herd of elephants. Named after a much-loved bull elephant, Abu Camp is Africa’s original elephant-back safari experience and has been running for over twenty years. Guests are able to ‘meet’ and interact with the elephants whilst walking with them. Managed and owned by Wilderness Safaris and set in an exclusive, private and unspoiled riverine forest in the middle of the famed Okavango Delta, guests are invited to stay in magnificent high ceiling tents from where they are able to observe these magnificent animals.

You can’t get much closer to Table Mountain than this… A truly extraordinary luxury boutique hotel in the heart of Cape Town, MannaBay is a gateway to the table-topped landmark and its natural mystique. Quite literally. A gate leads directly from MannaBay’s grounds to the Table Mountain National Park.

Spend 2 nights in picturesque Franschhoek in the heart of the Cape Winelands before flying up into Botswana’s Okavango Delta to magical Nxabega Safari Lodge located in wildlife-rich flood plains and waterways teeming with animals and birdlife. Air charter across to the Zimbabwean side of the Victoria Falls and stay in a beautiful river lodge on the Zambezi River for 2 nights. For more thrilling safari action, stay at Ngala Tented Camp in the predator rich Kruger wilderness region for 3 nights. End your fabulous trip on Benguerra Island in Mozambique for a relaxing time on the beach.

This diverse safari starts in Botswana at fabulous San Camp, a romantic oasis on the edge of the Makgadigadi Salt Pans. Then fly into the Okavango Delta and spend 3 thrilling nights in the game-rich at Sable Alley in beautifully appointed safari tents followed by 3 nights at Kwando Lagoon Camp, another area known for its high concentration of animals, especially predators. After lots of safari action, relax on the luxurious Zambezi Queen houseboat before enjoying the last few days exploring Victoria Falls.

Drawing on the extremely successful model of our neighbors in Botswana, the South African Government leases land around the Kruger National Park to private operators in order to sustainably maintain the pristine natural environment and wildlife of the area. The privately managed Kruger Private Concessions share unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park, so the abundance of wildlife roams freely throughout – just as nature intended. With a range of accommodation options available, guests are able to choose from camps with only basic amenities to luxurious five star camps with exceptional cuisine and highly trained staff.

Sitting right at the southernmost tip of Africa, Cape Town regularly features highly on the lists of the top destinations in the world. A naturally beautiful city, the world-famous Table Mountain - a majestic backdrop that was recently named one of the natural wonders of the modern world - watches over Cape Town to the one side while the Atlantic Ocean caresses her shores on the other. Spectacular scenery, beautiful beaches close to the city center and luxury accommodation options will ensure you have a memorable stay. Fill your days with shopping at the buzzing V&A Waterfront, take a ferry trip across the bay to Robben Island or enjoy scenic drive to Cape Point. Kids will love interacting with penguins on Boulder’s Beach or running on the lawns of the beautiful Kirstenbosch Gardens, home to the famous Summer Concerts. The city is a gourmet’s delight with a vast selection of restaurants, trendy beach café’s, cocktail bars and pubs. With some of the world’s best wine farms a short, scenic drive away, the foodie is well and truly catered for and palette satisfaction is guaranteed. For those seeking thrills when the sun sets, Cape Town is home to some of South Africa’s best nightclubs too. Adrenaline junkies can enjoy tandem paragliding off Lion’s Head, great surf spots like Muizenberg and Llandudno or shark cage diving in Gansbaai. After your fill of extreme sports, why not take in a play at one of Cape Town’s well-established theatres or check out the Iziko Museum for great child friendly exhibits and art. In Cape Town, you are limited only by your imagination.

The landlocked Southern African country of Botswana is fast becoming one of the most sought after destinations in the world. With attractions such as the Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, the Makgadigadi Salt Pans and Savute National Park, visitors to Botswana can enjoy some of the best game viewing in Africa. With lodges that are traditionally small and intimate, guests enjoy unrivalled luxury in a setting that is both environmentally sustainable and wholly immersive. Whether you’re on a romantic African honeymoon or a multi-generational family trip, Botswana offers the chance to experience Africa at its most beautiful.

Nicknamed ‘The Rainbow Nation’ for its ethnic diversity, the country with 11 official languages seemingly has nearly as many mother tongues as it does ecological zones. With developed cities, two oceans, mountain ranges, savannas, deserts and forests all within its borders, it really is the world in one country. Highlights include the famous Kruger National Park, the picturesque Garden Route, Table Mountain and the city of Cape Town, The Drakensberg Mountain Range and the City of Gold, Johannesburg. With golden beaches, abundant wildlife and everything in-between, South Africa is the perfect African safari destination.

The landlocked Southern African country of Zimbabwe has been in the news for all the wrong reasons of late but, while we do not condone the current political climate, the fact remains that it is a perfectly safe and viable option for tourists, with a wide range of natural attractions. From the thundering smoke of the majestic Victoria Falls – a wonder of the natural world - and the game rich plains of the Hwange and Mana Pools National Parks to sunset houseboat cruises on Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe offers great value and a friendly, welcoming smile.

With miles and miles of pristine coastline, vast National Parks teeming with wildlife, and fascinating towns and cities that merge Portuguese influence with African flavor, Mozambique is fast becoming a favorite destination for honeymooners. The warm waters of the Indian Ocean provide plenty opportunity for diving and snorkeling along the coral reefs of the Bazaruto and Quirimbas Archipelagos, while the Gorongoza and Niassa National Parks boast superb Big Five game viewing with the latter being home to some 12 000 elephants. Ibo Island, along the famous Spice Route, has one of Africa’s oldest stone towns, with cobbled alleyways and fresh spice markets while bustling Maputo is filled with art deco architecture and delicious seafood.

Whether you seek a destination that is both calming and soothing, or instead adventurous and adrenaline filled, Namibia is for you. With a strong German heritage and unmistakably African feel, the southern African country is attracting more and more people to the tranquil seaside town of Swakopmund, the isolation of the Damaraland , the eerie shipwrecked strewn Skeleton Coast and the unspoiled natural beauty of Etosha National Park. From shipwrecks to sand boarding and elephants to art, Namibia is a country of great diversity that is ideal for both multi-generational family trips and romantic African retreats.

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WE HAD SUCH AN AMAZING HONEYMOON!

WE HAD SUCH AN AMAZING HONEYMOON!

WE HAD SUCH AN AMAZING HONEYMOON!

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WE HAD SUCH AN AMAZING HONEYMOON!

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Featured Accommodations

Abu Camp

Singita Lebombo Lodge

MannaBay

Featured Tours

Luxury Honeymoon Adventure

Botswana & Victoria Falls Safari

Featured Destinations

Cape Town

Kruger Private Concessions

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