KENYA HONEYMOON

The opportunity to have a Safari honeymoon and a Beach getaway makes Kenya is one of the best honeymoon destination in the world. If you are thinking of a honeymoon package in Kenya you are thinking in the right direction. Each year we update this list of some of the most idyllic honeymoon destinations in Kenya. This year, we have  Top 10 Bush Honeymoon Destinations in Kenya and Top 10 Beach Honeymoon Destinations in Kenya. We have handpicked some of the best hotels that cover the budget and luxury travelers. See what you ought to consider for your honeymoon in Kenya.  You can always contact us for a tailor-made package. We are experts at that. We will also suggest which two honeymoon destinations you can combine and have the perfect Kenya safari honeymoon package. This list will have you ready to say ‘I do’ and get the honeymoon started. See our list of the 20 best honeymoon destinations in Kenya and 20 hot Kenya honeymoon packages below!

TOP 10 BEST SAFARI HONEYMOON DESTINATIONS IN KENYA

We have handpicked some of the best bush and safari destinations for your honeymoon in Kenya. At the bottom of each featured safari honeymoon hotel, we will offer an exciting safari beach hotel that you can combine with for the perfect Kenya safari honeymoon package. You will want to extend your stay here. Dive in now!

1. Elephant Bedroom Camp – Samburu National Reserve

Set along the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River in the Samburu National Reserve, Elephant Bedroom Camp is an intimate and romantic tented camp in one of the best honeymoon destinations in Kenya. Elephant Bedroom Camp offers luxury in the wild with breathtaking African beauty, providing an astonishing safari Honeymoon experience. The spacious Elephant Bedroom Camp tents have a rustic and colorful African touch, they offer all the comforts; including a private plunge pool on the deck, hot and cold running water, and electricity. Experience A Honeymoon Beyond Your Wildest Dreams

2. Elsa’s Kopje – Meru National Park

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Located in the heart Meru National Park, Elsa’s Kopje is one of the most romantic and beautifully styled lodges in Kenya. If you are searching for a luxury honeymoon destinations in Kenya, you should be booking Elsa’s Kopje right now. Each of the Elsas Kopje cottages is nestled into the hillside overlooking the vast plains of Meru National Park with a panoramic view of the Park. Guests can enjoy romantic inimitable seclusion in the vast expanse of an authentic African landscape. The multi-room honeymoon suites have incredible outdoor bathtubs overlooking the park. Relax into a hot bath with your loved one and watch elephant herds, hippos and lions cross the landscape. 

3. Mara Explorer Camp – Masai Mara

If you are planning a honeymoon in the wild, in Masai Mara, this luxurious tented camp is a spectacular place to view the big 5 and all that the Masai Mara has to offer. If your wedding falls between July and September you get to experience the great wildebeest migration. Situated at the epicenter of Masai Mara’s four main game-viewing areas, you will be sure to see a lot of wildlife all around you. Watch herds of watering elephants, hippos, and other animals in their natural element from your private veranda. The camp offers ten luxury river-facing tents, with unique handcrafted four-poster king-sized beds, sumptuous outdoor bathtubs, and an unparalleled view of the wildlife surrounding you. The Mara Explorer Camp also offers open-sided safari Jeeps if you want to get closer. Out of all the Kenyan honeymoon packages available out there, this one is a truly wild experience.

4. Serena Elmenteita Camp – Lake Elmenteita

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Just a two-hour drive from Nairobi, and a short distance from the famous flamingo-filled Lake Nakuru, the Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp is a unique and breathtaking honeymoon destination in Kenya. Situated on Lake Elmenteita’s sapphire-blue shoreline, you will watch hundreds of thousands of birds congregate and view many rare animal species. Designed to blend the history of aristocratic elegance with modern luxury, the accommodations will have you reveling in the unwavering opulence that surrounds you. Indulge in the Spa and have a couple’s massage or go out on a private game drive with your loved one.

5. Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club – Nanyuki

The Fairmount Mount Kenya Safari Club stands as a landmark. With former members including Winston Churchill and Bing Crosby, it is no secret why the resort was the 2013 winner of the Travelers’ Choice Awards, and you will often see this resort in Travel & Leisure Magazine’s ‘World’s Top 50’ list. With over 100 acres of landscaped gardens and offering 120 luxuriously appointed hotel rooms, the resort in Nanyuki effortlessly blends the natural adventure of Kenya with superior comfort. Unwind in an incredible setting, and let the staff tend to your every need. There is never a dull moment, with several recreational activities to keep your interests constantly piqued: horseback riding, golf, croquet, a bowling green, swimming, and even an animal orphanage are just a few of the activities you will enjoy — and do not forget to indulge in their sensational cuisine. We suggest staying in a deluxe room, where you can enjoy living in the lap of luxury. The Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club is the perfect Honeymoon Destination at the foot of Mt. Kenya.

6. Ol Tukia Lodge – Amboseli

Located in Amboseli National Park, with the backdrop of Africa’s highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro, Ol Tukai Lodge is one of the best spots in the world to watch the wild African elephant in close range. Ol Tukai Lodge is an Eco-rated lodge with all the modern facilities in the rooms, pool, restaurant and guest lounge – all with a subtle touch of African architecture. A perfect honeymoon destination for anyone looking to have a bush beach honeymoon combo in Amboseli Kenya. While here you will have some of the best views of the stunning Mount Kilimanjaro. From the Elegantly furnished rooms, you will either have the views of Mount Kilimanjaro or the wetlands where the Amboseli Elephants graze freely.

7. Wileli House – Naivasha

Under the watchful African skies, set within the serene confines of a private game sanctuary, you will find the highest expression of exclusive hospitality. Wileli House is a hidden gem in Naivasha. A perfect honeymoon destination if you are considering going to Naivasha for a few nights. Comprising of five uniquely inspired chalets, a Bistro restaurant, a Gift shop, and Spa, Wileli House uses the African interpretation of harmony with nature and integrates its meaning into every aspect of the interior décor. Each suite has a balcony with a private heated Jacuzzi. Wileli House is a sister property to Naivasha Kongoni Lodge; check it out, they have some amazing executive suites each with a private plunge pool off the veranda.

8. Fairmont Mara Safari Club – Masai Mara

When looking for the ultimate luxury honeymoon in the Mara, the Fairmont Mara Safari Club is the place to visit. From a champagne breakfast to hot air balloon safaris that give you a bird’s eye view of the endless plains, the Fairmont Mara Safari Club takes luxury to another level. You can choose to stroll along the Hippo trails under the watchful eye of a Masai Moran. With the tents overlooking the Mara River, guests have a view that will forever remain etched in their memories. The outdoor dining experience features African cuisine, accompanied by a traditional music show. You are going to enjoy your honeymoon in the Mara.

9. Sunbird Lodge – Lake Elementaita

If you would like to stay in one of such cottages for your honeymoon, then Sunbird Lodge is the place for you. There are no many frills here. But you will have the best views from your room, great bed, freshest air, great food and maximum privacy with your loved one. This is the perfect honeymoon destination in Kenya for the couple that can’t get enough of each other. Even with the 5 Star treatment that you will get at Sunbird Lodge, you will not need to break the bank to pay for your honeymoon here. Sunbird Lodge is just a few minutes drives past Gilgil town when driving from Nairobi. Gilgil town is a town in Nakuru County. The town is located between Naivasha and Nakuru and along the Nairobi – Nakuru highway.

10. Rhino Watch Lodge – Mt Kenya

Rhino Watch Lodge is ranked No. 1 hotel on TripAdvisor in the Nyeri locality and we will tell you why. Most of the people who visit Rhino Watch lodge are looking for something extra special. The whole place is serene and quiet. The food is awesome and the service is personalized. If you are looking for a quiet honeymoon destination in Kenya, this is the place to be. The chalets and tents are lovely with some awesome African themed decor. The magnificent honeymoon suite is what most honeymooners dream of. Private cottage in your compound will all the amenities you would need. There is a Spa at the lodge to spice things up for the couple on honeymoon and soon their infinity pool will be ready for use.

Kenya safari honeymoon packages come in all shapes and sizes and Kenya, you have the opportunity to combine a Kenya Safari and Beach destination for your honeymoon. You only get one honeymoon, and you deserve something special, go somewhere special.

TOP 10 BEST BEACH HONEYMOON DESTINATIONS IN KENYA

Let start with the best beach hotels to consider for your honeymoon in Kenya. At the bottom of each featured beach hotel, we will offer an exciting safari hotel that you can maybe combine with the beach hotel for the perfect Kenya safari honeymoon package.

1. Medina Palms – Watamu

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Serene, pristine, and exquisite are the words that best describe the Medina Palms Watamu and give insight into the caliber of honeymoon you can expect while staying here. Even more, Medina Palms is set on one of the world’s top 10 beaches, Watamu. Securely situated in Watamu Marine Park on Kenya’s coast, the Medina Palms provides unique extended tropical garden views and panoramic sea views. Perfect for a honeymoon in Kenya. Take advantage of the resort’s spa for some relaxing and treatments or try your hand at any one of the activities only Watamu can offer. This romantic honeymoon destination features a diverse range of elegant suites. Beautifully accommodated, the Swahili style suites and oceanfront villas make this a sensational choice whether your preference is for the sea and sand or lounging poolside. We recommend a treetop penthouse, complete with inner courtyards and high vaulted ceilings, to make your honeymoon particularly extraordinary and sizzling.

2. Diamonds Dream of Africa – Malindi

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Diamonds Dream of Africa Bembeleza is Swahili for “hypnotic charm,” which is what the sounds of the palm trees and the lapping of the waves will lull you into while on your honeymoon. Located along the silver sand beach of Malindi, you will find total relaxation can be achieved at this enchanting and exotic all-inclusive resort – find peace and satisfaction together at the Diamonds Dream of Africa. The Indo-Arabic architecture is made even better by the exceptional personalized services you will receive from the staff; each guest is made their top priority. The resort offers many activities including the Mvua African Rain Spa, Marine Park snorkeling trips, memorable safaris, and African Village and Gede Ruins tours. In terms of honeymoon destinations in Kenya, this is a phenomenal choice.

3. The Sands at Chale Island

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As the only individual resort island in Kenya, the laid-back island feel will sink in and make you forget where you are. Offering a mix of white sandy beaches surrounded by coral reefs and breathtaking Indian Ocean views, tropical plants, and indigenous wildlife, it is easy to see why The Sands at Chale Island is one of the most romantic beach resorts for honeymoon destinations out there. The resort aims to keep a strong connection with the flora and fauna, making you feel at one with nature as well. Winner of TripAdvisor’s 2014 Certificate of Excellence, The Sands at Chale keeps privacy and romance at the top of its list of resort priorities; even at full capacity, the island resort gives the feeling of seclusion and always offers a peaceful and tranquil vibe. Chale Island has a mix of contemporary Swahili structures, objects of African art, Lamu furniture, Italian stucco, and finely varnished mahogany. The perfect setting for your honeymoon in Kenya. You could stay in one of the superior rooms, a penthouse suite set well above the swaying treetops, the enchanting over-water suite just steps from the water, or the honeymoon suite which is situated on a separate islet that is connected to the main island by a private stone bridge — truly extravagant and private.

4. AfroChic Diani Beach

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Another boutique hotel to consider is Afro Chic. This small and intimate hotel offers only 10 exclusive guest rooms. Situated on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Afrochic Diani offers miles of expansive and near-deserted beaches to explore. As one of the top honeymoon destinations in Diani Kenya, this resort is the perfect romantic retreat and one of Kenya’s best-kept secrets. The stunning grounds and exceptional staff will provide you with an unforgettable experience. With a five-star PADI Dive Center and 3 dive boats, you will experience a first-class diving excursion if you so wish; offering a 3.6-meter deep pool for beginners and trainers, AfroChic ensures the highest possible safety standards. An 18-hole championship golf course is located under five minutes away and is regarded as one of the most attractive golf courses in East Africa. The AfroChic Diani Beach resort has a multitude of beach and water activities for everyone and has just about everything you need in a honeymoon destination.

5. The Majlis Resort – Lamu.

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Laid-back luxury and Swahili style create the perfect Honeymoon hideaway at The Majlis, a resort in Kenya’s Lamu archipelago. Built almost 20 years ago as a private family retreat, the Majlis Resort has become a premier boutique hotel offering one of the most luxurious honeymoon experiences available on the Kenyan coast. The Majlis hotel is an excellent honeymoon destination in Kenya. It has the perfect romantic setting complementing the natural beauty of Lamu and its tropical location. Spend some quality time with your lover in the lap of nature, stroll by the virgin beachside, relish mouth-watering delicacies on offer in Lamu, and enjoy the resort’s complimentary water activities – Kayaking, laser sailing & windsurfing. The Majlis Hotel honeymoon suites provide the honeymooners with personal space and freedom, along with all the modern amenities to make their stay comfortable. While on Honeymoon you get a Private Beach or Poolside Dinner, Well appointed room with welcome flowers, Upgrade to best possible sea view room with terrace – subject to availability. The Majlis hotel seems like the most remarkable honeymoon destinations in Kenya.

6. The Residences – Diani Beach

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If you’re looking for private honeymoon destinations in Kenya, the villas at The Residences will work perfectly. With the amenities of a world-class resort, The Residences at Leopard Beach Resort on Diani Beach (Africa’s Leading Spa Resort) is the best of both worlds. Choose a Pool Villa boasting a modern and spacious design with a private pool for an intimate, relaxing dip, and create memories to last a lifetime with your loved one. The Residences also feature two or three-bedroom villas with private pools, security, and their restaurant. For a honeymoon package here, the couple would have to take up the whole unit for maximum privacy. The stunning Uzuri Spa and Fitness Forest is where guests are pampered with massages, facials, wraps, and treatments of all kinds making your honeymoon in Kenya one to never forget.

7. Baobab Beach Resort and Spa – Diani Beach

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When thinking of an inexpensive all-inclusive honeymoon destination in Kenya, another hotel to consider is Baobab Beach Resort and Spa. A luxurious resort set among 80 acres of tropical gardens overlooking the world-famous Diani Beach and the Indian Ocean, the Baobab Beach Resort and Spa is a tranquil oasis and a perfect honeymoon destination. Imagine the two of you stretched out on golden beaches in front of the resort also shaded by indigenous coastal vegetation and exotic coconut palms. Enjoy signature beauty treatments in individual and twin bed ocean-facing treatment rooms at the Afya Bora Wellness Club and Spa, or let go with bath and steam rituals or several holistic therapies. When you are ready to liven your honeymoon up, there are a range of dynamic activities available to choose from: windsurfing, scuba diving, snorkeling, boccia, beach volleyball, big game fishing, safaris, day excursions, golf, aerobics, and aquafit — Baobab Beach Resort and Spa will accommodate your every want. Finally, Book the deluxe room, it works best for couples on honeymoon.

8. Msambweni Beach House – Diani

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Msambweni Beach House & Private Villas is a hidden gem on an unspoiled Kenyan beach on the Kenya South Coast. A perfect honeymoon destination for a couple looking for complete serenity. For a honeymoon at Msambweni Beach House & Private Villas, you have the choice of staying in one of the luxury rooms at Msambweni Beach House or you can get a Private Villa to yourselves. If possible, go for the Lamu villas which come with a private infinity pool overlooking the ocean, a Jacuzzi and large terrace private. You can also enjoy a private Beach Dinner during your stay.

9. Neptune Palm Beach Resort and Spa – Diani Beach

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Beautiful Neptune Palm Beach Boutique Resort & Spa is located just eight kilometers away from the Ukunda Airstrip on Diani Beach. This resort will offer you a Kenya honeymoon package all-inclusive. This all-inclusive boutique resort on Diani Beach is located on the same grounds with two other Neptune Resorts. What makes it special is the level of service that one is accorded when staying here. You will all have access to the other two Neptune Hotels meaning you will have lots of space for your private time. The prime beachfront location features gorgeous tropical gardens and 15 makuti roofed cottages that boast four rooms each making it one of the best honeymoon resorts in Kenya.

10. The Maji Beach Boutique Hotel – Diani Beach

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Nestled on a reserved beach along the Kenyan coast is the Maji Beach Boutique Hotel. This exclusive, multi-star Diani boutique hotel features a spectacular design concept and personalized service. Maji, the word for water in Swahili, describes this Diani Beach location perfectly. Not only does it sit beside the Indian Ocean, but it also incorporates several water features into its design, including a swimming pool that begins in the hotel lobby and flows out to surround three sides of the building. In addition to the lovely water ambiance, this is one of the most unique resorts located near Mombasa, Kenya. It features 15 beautifully unique bedrooms and extensive public areas. Rent out specific areas for conferences or get-togethers for up to 35 guests or rent out space for your wedding and invite up to 150 guests. Like many Diani hotels, The Maji can be converted into a private home when you book it exclusively.

 

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