As February, the month of love, comes to an end, what could be more romantic than going to Africa for a safari for two?
Imagine open plains dotted with incredible wildlife, sunset bubbles in the bush – and just the right mix of romance, relaxation and adventure. The perfect recipe to celebrate love! Africa is renowned for its sumptuous hotels and lodges in breathtaking locations, discreet yet personalized service and delicious cuisine, all creating unforgettable memories – whether it’s a honeymoon, anniversary or simply a romantic getaway. Here are some stunning places across Africa to reignite the romance in your life…
Spa-fari at Mara Bushtops in Kenya You’d be hard-pressed to find a more romantic place in Kenya than Mara Bushtops. Not only is it home to ‘Africa’s Best Safari Spa’ (their Amani Spa has won this title several years in a row at the World Luxury Spa Awards), but the accommodation oozes romance, with gorgeous king-size beds and fabulous views from its private hot tub over a busy salt lick that attracts wildlife from miles around.
Couples can enjoy private bush breakfasts, a sunset sundowner with a campfire for two prepared by your Maasai guide – or even a hot air balloon safari, floating peacefully above the iconic Masai Mara at sunrise!
Bushtops is currently celebrating its 20th anniversary – and a new added value that every booking now enjoys at no extra cost is a private vehicle with a dedicated Maasai ranger and spotter for your stay, ensuring that your safari memories, whether at the Isaaten Private Game Reserve or in the Masai Mara National Park itself, can be enjoyed at your own pace for a little more ‘out of Africa’ romance!
February also falls in the low/green season where if you stay 3 nights you get 4 nights.th free night. This special offer is valid from now until June 30, 2026 and again from October 1 to December 20, 2026.
Night of a million stars on the Onguma Dream Cruiser Onguma is a pristine nature reserve located on the eastern edge of Etosha National Park in Namibia. It is owned and managed by Onguma Safari Camps, with a choice of 5 lodges to suit all tastes and budgets.
Couples with an adventurous spirit will love spending one of their nights on Onguma’s one-of-a-kind Dream Cruiser, in the middle of the wilderness, under a canopy of stars. A Land Cruiser has been custom transformed into a star bed – with all the comforts like a flush toilet with a view, a sink and shower below leading, via an internal ladder, to a magnificent upper deck with lounge and dining area and a lush four-poster bed draped in net! Enjoy a delicious picnic-style dinner and blow bubbles under the stars before bed. Couples can choose to close the canvas flaps if they wish – or enjoy 180-degree panoramic views of a water feature throughout the night, with that extra injection of adrenaline! (Spoor showed that a lion walked right past me to drink water the night I spent on it, but I unfortunately slept through it all!)
If you like your safari a little tamer, Onguma Camp Kala ticks all the boxes for a perfect safari! With just four elevated suites in total, Kala offers couples absolute privacy and exclusivity. Each suite has its own sala with chaise longue (or sleep under the stars), a beautiful terrace with choice of a wood-fired hot tub and cool plunge pool to suit your mood – and discreet butler service. There is also an on-site photography retreat, gym and spa room for relaxing and pampering between safaris, making it ideal for a long Valentine’s Day weekend, honeymoon or simply a romantic getaway.
Worshiped at Warangi Ridge in Tanzania Romance is truly wild at Warangi Ridge in Tanzania. Perched on a secluded ridge, nestled among breathtaking rocks in the center Serengetithis luxury camp, which only opened last year in July 2025, offers just 15 intimate tented safari suites that have been designed to celebrate the rare and endangered pangolins that inhabit this region.
The suites are equipped with a sumptuous king-size bed, a freestanding bathtub with a view, a cozy fireplace in the living room, an indoor and outdoor shower under the stars and a beautiful terrace that opens directly to breathtaking views of the savannah, perfect for sunset bubbles or observe the stars. These suites also feature the only heated private plunge pools in the Serengeti, I’m told!
I enjoyed a superb hot air balloon safari during my stay, booked through Serengeti Balloon Safaris, which ends with a wonderful champagne breakfast. Unforgettable.
Warangi Ridge offered a fabulous 2-night Valentine’s Day package for the entire month of February 2026, which included a sunrise hot air balloon safari, champagne breakfast and private candlelit dinner for two. Book early for 2027!
Everything you need to plan your trip in 2026 Mountain magic in Montusi Romance in Montusi in northern KwaZulu-Natal means mountain views and quiet, cozy moments for two. The self-contained thatched-roof suites are nestled in lush gardens, each with its own lounge, fireplace and patio looking directly onto the amphitheater escarpment, so you can linger over a sunrise coffee or sunset drink in complete privacy.
Enjoy the peace and solitude of the great outdoors, with miles of trails to explore hand in hand, or even better, on horseback! Then come back for a refreshing dip in the rock pool, a game of tennis or perhaps some relaxation at the day spa. For the more adventurous, wild swims in one of the nearby dams or rivers are an absolute treat, or take a shower under a waterfall!
February Love Month specials start from R6,000 (£275) per person, for 2 nights of romance in a Garden Suite, including all meals, afternoon tea, 60-minute couples massage and a bottle of champagne.
Couples who enjoy hiking may want to go further and sign up for the new 55km slackpacking trail recently launched by The Carte Collection, which connects four accommodation partners within the North Drakensberg Nature Reserve. Called the Northern Drakensberg Nature Way, it’s a four-day, multi-stage hiking route with luggage transfers between lodges. The trail connects The Cavern Drakensberg Resort & Spa, Greenfire Drakensberg Lodge, The Berghouse & Cottages and Montusi Mountain Lodge. Meals are provided at each overnight stop and this new slackpacking trail is receiving rave reviews.
Sunsets in Omaanda Zannier Hotels Omaanda is located just 30 minutes’ drive from Windhoek, the gateway to Namibia. It is nestled in a 22,000-acre private wildlife reserve, surrounded by beautiful grassy plains dotted with acacia trees. The reserve is home to a variety of wildlife, including rhinos, elephants and big cats, many of which have been rescued and rehabilitated.
This boutique lodge features just 15 individual Owambo-style thatched and clay cabins, all offering breathtaking views and is known for its insanely beautiful sunsets! Certainly one of the most memorable I have ever experienced in 30 years of safaris! Omaanda offers a fabulous alternative to staying in Windhoek town before or after your Namibian itinerary – with plenty of romantic activities on offer including sunrise yoga, stargazing, breakfast with meerkats and of course game drives. It also has fabulous wellness facilities such as an open-air infinity pool, fitness center and spa offering African healing therapies and rituals designed to purify and rejuvenate. Add it to your bucket list!
Land of giants, leopards and love Ultra-exclusive Euphorbia Villas in BotswanaMashatu Game Reserve is a fabulous place for a safari for two! Comprised of just eight luxury villas, each with a unique design inspired by the graceful shape of the Mopane pod, these villas offer a romantic atmosphere! If you can bear to step away from the view, you can sign up for a full-body couples massage at Serokolo Spa, enjoy candlelit dinners at tables nestled among the euphorbia forest, or take a dip in your lantern-lit plunge pool after dark.
Mashatu is known as the “Land of the Giants” and certainly offers safaris, landscapes and immense skies! They also offer a wide range of adventure activities including underground hiding sessions, walking safaris, bike safaris, horseback safaris – and much more. It’s an absolute paradise for those seeking both thrilling wildlife encounters and indulgent restful moments for two. Mashatu has also recently been nicknamed the “Land of Leopards” thanks to its recent documentary Nat Geo Wild… available now on catch-up.
My personal favorite memory from my safaris in Mashatu? Those regular, adrenaline-pumping reminders from expert Mashatu guides to “Please hold on” as you climb or descend another steep bank in search of leopards and other wildlife! Just this memory makes me want to book a flight!
They are offering a romantic/Valentine’s Day special until March 31, 2026. If you book 2 nights or more, 1 person stays free.
A safari for the soul at Tembe Elephant Park Nestled in the wild and secluded nature of South AfricaIn the north of KwaZulu-Natal, the Tembe Elephant Park offers an enchanting refuge for those looking to reconnect with nature. Wake up to the distant roar of elephants, enjoy guided game drives through native sand forest and sunsets under endless African skies. A soul safari for sure!
The lodge’s beautiful safari tents combine luxury and authenticity, including indoor and outdoor showers, perfect for quiet time together. Whether you’re watching gentle giants near a waterhole or enjoying a few hours at the incredible Mahlasela Hideout (check YouTube Africam for the webcam feed), the wild beauty of Tembe will touch your heart. It certainly holds a special place in mine.
Tembe offers a special 2-night honeymoon and/or anniversary package including all meals, two daily game drives, plus a private dinner in your tent, a couples massage and a bottle of bubbles for $820 per couple, which is incredible value at around $205 / £145 per person.
An African safari ticks all the boxes of romance as it combines thrilling and unique adventure experiences with deeply intimate moments in wildly beautiful settings. Where will you book your next romantic getaway?
Claire Roadley Claire Roadley is founder of Magic. Umlingo promotes Authentic and sustainable safari hotels and eco-lodges in Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands. If you would like to become a guest blogger on A Luxury Travel Blog to raise your profile, please Contact us.
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