A romantic and successful honeymoon can set the tone and a strong basis of a good family foundation. This is a 10 days African honeymoon itinerary full of comfort, romance and relaxation in five star private honeymoon deluxe suites and lodges. Will start by flying to shaba reserve (a private reserve bordering Samburu National reserve), here you will enjoy romantic bush dinners and relaxing on private deck admiring the surrounding. Then head to the famous Masai Mara; where you will enjoy watching wildlife in a close range and its beautiful inhabitant. Then windup on the white sandy beaches of Lamu.
This a 10 days safari and beach honeymoon that start in Nairobi and ends in Lamu, it starts by flying to shaba national reserve where you will enjoy watching wildlife and staying in luxury safari camp in the wilderness. Then continue to the famous Masai Mara to watch more wildlife and their beautiful inhabitant, and then windup on the white sandy beaches at Kiwayu Isalnd. On this trip you can be sure to watch all the ‘Big Five’, thousands of other lesser animals, hundreds of bird species, stunning landscapes and a nice peaceful beach stay.
Kindly note that accommodation is quote as per person sharing and can be changed or adjusted to suite your requirements.
On this day, you will be picked by one of our staff at the airport or on an agreed venue in Nairobi; you will be briefed about the honeymoon and then transferred to Wilson Airport for a 45 minutes flight to Chaffa airstrip at Shaba National Reserve.
On arrival our representative will meet you and transfer you to Joy's Camp, on arrival you will check in, have lunch and then spend the rest of the day resting and familiarizing yourself with the area.
Joy’s camp is a top end safari camp, situated within Shaba National Reserve, east of Samburu National Park; it’s an intimate safari lodge overlooking the beautiful valleys and hills of Laikipia, and it’s also set close to natural spring water that attracts wildlife in the area and guest can watch them just from their private balconies.
After breakfast, you will have an early morning game drive through the reserve, watching wildlife that include the long ostrich, zebras, giraffes, lions, leopards, elephants, wildebeests among many others. Then return to the camp just in time for a late lunch, then spend the rest of the day relaxing at the camp under a cool shade with a refreshing drink.
In the evening you will have a romantic private candle lit bush dinner; it’s a delicious dinner of your choice with candles, wine and a sun set background.
The following day will start slow with a guided nature walk either on foot or on camels; will go through the wilderness to watch birds, the beautiful landscapes and other wild animals. Then return to the camp for a midday rest, in the afternoon; will drive to the local villages for a cultural tour and an insight view of the local people.
In the evening you will have a choice to either relax by the camp, enjoying various hotel amenities, services and entertainments or embark on a night game drive to watch more wildlife.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airstrip for a flight to Masai Mara; on arrival you will be picked and transferred to Cottar's Camp, here you will check, have lunch and a brief rest before going for a horse riding tour of the area. After dinner, you will have a two hours night game drive then return to the camp for the night.
Cottar's Camp is one of the oldest camps at Masai Mara, it borders Serengeti national park on one side and is beautifully secluded to guarantee total privacy; a very intimate lodge with stunning views and easy access of the park.
Masai Mara is one of the top national parks in Kenya; with thousands of wildlife, beautiful hills, savannah grassland and home to the great wildebeest migration . a wonderful place for nature and wildlife lovers.
On this day, you will have an early morning game drive through the Mara wilderness, then extend the drive to the Mara River to watch the huge crocodiles and hippos basking on the river banks, and if it’s on the right season, watch the great wildebeest migration. The return to the camp, where you will spend the rest of afternoon either cooling down at the swimming pool with a cold drink or treat yourself to a relaxing massage.
The following day, you wake up to a private bush breakfast; set out in the bush with a good view of the sun rise. Then drive to the local Masai Villages; where you will have a chance to interact with the local people, understanding their culture, history and way of living.
In the afternoon you will have a hot air balloon flight; that will fly you over the park watching wildlife and the beautiful landscapes, when up there you will pop champagne and toss with your loved one to a good family life to come.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your flight to Kiwayu Island, on arrival you will be received by our representative who will transfer you to Kiwayu Lodge, on arrival you will check in, have lunch and then spend the rest of the day resting and familiarizing yourself with the area.
Kiwayu Beach Lodge is a very simple, secluded top class Lodge; located on Kiwayu Island, one of the many un-spoilt, idyllic islands of the Lamu Archipelago. It’s a family run lodge with only 18 high thatched bandas that are nicely spaced and designed to blend in with the sand dunes, with refreshing views and a soothing environment.
The following two days will be left on you, to spend most of the time alone with your loved one on the beach, relaxing by the pool side with a cold drink, enjoying special dinner under the star-filled skies and indulging in a deep-tissue massage and sunset walks along the beach. Or involve yourself in various water activities at the island which includes windsurfing, water-skiing, scuba-diving, dhow sailing among others.
Enjoy your last breakfast at the island, check out and head to the airport for the return flight.
NB: This holiday itinerary can be re-arranged to better your requirements, let us know if you need any changes.
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