Honeymoons are all about connecting with your loved one & making lasting (romantic) memories.
Visiting Africa means that you’ll spend plenty of time in the bush or the sun, so it is important to be able to relax in style…& what better way to unwind than to take a dip in a private plunge pool?
We’ve combed through Africa’s game reserves to find the best private plunge pools, each designed to provide the unmatchable combination of being metres away from wildlife while enjoying 5-star luxury.
1. Singita Sasaskwa, Serengeti Game Reserve - Tanzania
Perched along a rocky headland above rolling plains in Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, lies Singita Sasakwa – a luxury safari haven set in a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Each suite’s plunge pool overlooks an unrivalled wilderness that forms part of the iconic Great Wildebeest Migration.
2. Sasaab Camp, Samburu National Park – Kenya
The Moroccan-inspired SaSaab Camp is set above the Easo Nyiro River in Samburu National Reserve & offers jaw-dropping views over the Samburu plains towards Mount Kenya. Beautiful views can also be enjoyed from each suite’s private plunge pool.
3. Singita Boulders, Sabi Sand Reserve – South Africa
Singita Boulders Lodge is – without a doubt - one of the Greater Kruger’s best premier camps. Located in the world-renowned Sabi Sand Reserve, adjacent to the Kruger National Park, Singita Boulders provides excellent game viewing from the comfort of your suite’s private plunge pool & viewing deck.
4. Matetsi Victoria Falls, Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe
Matetsi Victoria Falls is set on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River within a private game reserve on the Zimbabwean side of the Falls. Each suite boasts a private deck with a plunge pool, offering glorious views of the river or bush.
5. Time + Tide Chinzombo, South Luangwa – Zambia
Time + Tide Chinzombo – Zambia’s most luxurious safari camp - offers direct access to the world-renowned South Luangwa National Park. Each elegant villa boasts a private deck with a plunge pool – the ideal place to relax after a day on safari.
6. Simbambili Game Lodge, Sabi Sand Reserve – South Africa
Simbambili Game Lodge is tucked away among a tree line overlooking the Manyeleti River in the Northern section of the Sabi Sand Reserve, adjacent to the Kruger National Park. This is Big 5 game viewing at its best & Simbambili guests can enjoy beautiful bushveld views from their private plunge pools! The waterhole suite looks out over an active waterhole where plenty of wildlife activity takes place.
7. Lion Sands Ivory Lodge, Sabi Sand Reserve – South Africa
Situated on the banks of the Sabi River in the world-renowned Sabi Sand Reserve, Lion Sands Ivory Lodge offers beautiful views as far as the eye can see. Their romantic plunge pools have been designed to maximize these views, so couples can unwind in style.
8. Londolozi Private Granite Suites – Sabi Sand Reserve – South Africa
Privacy, exclusivity & luxury. This is what Londolozi Private Granite Suites is all about. There are only 3 suites, so honeymooners can enjoy a truly intimate safari experience. Each private plunge pool overlooks the river & bush & every so often wildlife wanders by – so guests will have front row seats to Africa’s wildlife show.























