Romantic safari holidays are top of the priority list when it comes to honeymoons, anniversaries, and other dreamy getaways. After all, what’s more romantic than leaving the city behind and swapping out skyscrapers and fancy hotels for vast plains and romantic tented camps? Here are some of the best places to head to if you’re looking to treat someone special.

The Lookout Lodge, Groblersdal

The Lookout Lodge offers a true African escape with a view you’ll remember for a lifetime. From the distant hills to the magical landscape scattered with wildlife, you’re sure to forget the stress of the city and absorb the magical setting around you. The chalets exist in harmony with nature and offer a choice of 2 or 4 sleeper accommodation with en-suite bathrooms.

Enjoy unwinding in the bubbling Jacuzzi or sauna, cooling off in the swimming pool, or admiring the spectacular African sunsets from the patio. The restaurant offers a selection of dishes that will make your decision a tough one, with a mouth-watering array of tasty and wholesome home cooked meals.

Activities at the lodge include bird watching, guides walks, and game drives where you can experience close encounters with wildlife under the guidance of expert guides. With an emphasis on privacy and seclusion, you’re promised a holiday where you can focus purely on your loved one. Find out more.

Mashovhela Bush Lodge, Louis Trichardt

Mashovhela Bush Lodge is nestled within the Morning Sun Nature Reserve, a natural heritage site in the heart of the Soutpansberg Mountains. Guests can look forward to an authentic stay in a variety of thatched chalets built to resemble traditional Venda huts, an Annex safari tent, and a captivating Hammock Camp where you can sleep directly under the twinkling stars.

Treat your loved one to a meal at the lodge’s Drumbeat restaurant, where pan-African cuisine is served in a vibrant and colourful setting. Spend your days relaxing on sun loungers around the swimming pool, sipping on elegant wines from the wine cellar, or joining a guided walking tour to a glistening waterfall and the sacred Mashovhela Rock Pool.

Scenic sundowner drives are popular where you can experience the enchanting landscape at one of the most romantic times of the day. Other activities include a cultural tour of a Venda village, bird watching, star gazing, and Venda dancing. Find out more.

Zwahili Game Lodge, Modimolle

Experience sheer luxury in the bush at Zwahili Game Lodge. This exclusive private game lodge is set in a malaria-free area at the foot of the Waterberg. Guests can experience the most awe-inspiring sunsets from the extended timber deck and sightings of a variety of wildlife during their stay.

Guests can choose between a variety of enchanting en-suite bedrooms and unique tented suites. The Cheetah, Elephant, Royal African, and Rhino Rooms offer queen or king-sized beds and balconies with exquisite views. The Tented Camp boasts 6 Colonial style tents under thatch with Victorian bathrooms and outside bush showers. Both the rooms and the tented suites offer a unique experience, without compromising on all the luxuries expected of a 5-star accommodation.

After an evening game drive, you will be welcomed back by the sound of tribal drums announcing all kinds of culinary delights at the restaurant. Restore your equilibrium with treatments at the spa or spend a few hours beside the swimming pool. Other facilities include a bar and a cosy guest lounge. Game drives are included in the rate. Find out more.

What romantic getaways do you recommend with your loved one?