Looking for a perfect honeymoon destination is not easy more so when you are busy planning for your long-awaited wedding. However, if you are looking for a country that ticks all the boxes on what you want to achieve during the honeymoon, Kenya should be on your list. From beautiful mountains, wildlife, wonderful people, and rustic and expansive wildlife parks, to beautiful beaches at the Kenyan coast, Kenya will always give you the best experience during your honeymoon.
In Kenya, you will experience beautiful sceneries, magical landforms, wildlife, adventure, or just enjoy relaxation while sipping your favorite drink as you watch the sun diminish to the horizon. If you want to enjoy the beautiful coastal beaches, Kenya is not short of that too. Here are the best honeymoon destinations in Kenya.
- Masai Mara
Many people wonder, is Masai Mara good for honeymoon? The answer is YES! Though Masai Mara is best known for a wildlife safari, it is still one of the best honeymoon destinations. This is because of the exciting things newly-wed couples can indulge in and create unforgettable memories. Game drives, balloon riding safaris, and nature walks are some of the things honeymooners can enjoy doing at the Mara. Of course, these will be followed by an evening sundowner as you sip your favorite drink deep in the wild.
Where to stay
There are so many camps and lodges in Masai Mara that offer the best luxury for honeymooners.
Meru National Park
Meru national park is one of the destinations that should be on your bucket list to visit during your honeymoon. It is evergreen, serene, and rich in wildlife. Here, you will experience magical landforms on this side of Mount Kenya and romantic moments away from the noise in the most secluded lodges. The legend of Elsa the Lioness began and whose landscape has been used in the Lion King movie. The honeymooners get to meet the endangered animals on earth at the rhino sanctuary gate. During your game drives, you will come across large herds of elephants, lions, giraffes, rhinos, and a wide species of birds.
Where to Stay.
- Elsa’s Kopje
- Rhino River Camp
- Ikweta Camp.
Bioluminescence in Kilifi
This is a tranquil beach where the honeymooners can swim freely any time and its magic breathes at night. As they gaze at the stars above they get to swim through the stars below. Biolumiscene plankton is an interesting phenomenon where algae bloom of plankton makes the sea glow at night. This is caused by calm & warm sea conditions. These are motion-activated as they light up super brightly when you slash or swim in the waters.
Where to Stay.
- Kilifi bay resort
- Medina Palm Kilifi
- Silver Palm Resort and Spa
Mombasa
Mombasa is a well-known coastal town in Kenya that offers the best tourist attractions and is one of the most preferred honeymoon destinations. The lovebirds can enjoy romantic activities like skydiving, and speed boats, swimming with dolphins, and many other activities on the beach. The honeymooners can extend the fun to the Diani beaches during the day and at the tamarind dhow in the evenings. Your evening cruise begins at the tamarind pier, where you board this magnificent wooden boat, giving you a feeling of the past times. The dhow leaves the pier at around sunset as the dhow sails around Tudor Creek where you enjoy breathtaking views of the old town and Fort Jesus before arriving in at a sheltered bay for the feast. This is advisable for honeymooners as they get to feel the breeze and experience a sundowner in the waters.
Where to stay
- Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort
- Serena beach resort
- English point Marina
- The Voyager Hotel resort
- Pride in paradise
Watamu beach; Malindi
This is recommended for honeymooners who want some underwater adventure and escape from the sun. You can also visit the Watamu marine park which houses various marine wildlife as well as coral reefs which they can observe keenly and protect. Young couples can engage in various activities such as by going snorkeling or scuba diving for their enjoyment. There are beaches with magical azure waters where you can relax and play under the sun. You can also engage in an evening boat ride as you watch the sun setting down to the west. Watamu is those destinations where love thrives and the life after vows begins.
Where To Stay
- Hemingways Watamu
- Visiwa Beach resort
- Luxury Simba house, Watamu
- The charming Lonno lodge
- Rock and Sea resort
- Temple point
Lewa Conservancy, Laikipia.
This is one of the best honeymoon destinations you will ever want to visit in Kenya. At Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, you have several options for activities you can do during your honeymoon. You can opt for game drives, horse riding safaris, hot air balloon safaris, step out of the vehicle, and feel the grass underneath your feet as you stroll through the conservancy during nature walks… the possibilities here are endless! At the end of your safari, you will go home with a fulfilled soul as you appreciate the best choices you made by choosing Kenya.
Lake Naivasha
Lake Naivasha is the most intimate honeymoon destination in Kenya due to what it has to offer. Boat rides, walking safaris, sky diving, or cycling safari. And sundowners? Catch the best sunsets at the shores of Lake Naivasha while sipping your favorite drink past the grazing wild animals such as giraffes, antelopes, and Zebras. This is the best moment you will ever have with your newly married person.
Conclusion
Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Laikipia, and Kenya’s coast comprise the best honeymoon destinations in Kenya. Whether you are just married or you are looking for a destination to celebrate your anniversary, Kenya has never lacked the best intimate places to celebrate the love of your life.