A luxury honeymoon safari with a beach stay usually costs between US$15,000 and US$50,000 per person for 10 to 14 nights, excluding international flights. Around US$15,000 buys an excellent trip at well-chosen luxury camps; US$30,000 adds top-tier lodges and private experiences; US$50,000 and above opens up the most exclusive properties in Africa.
This guide shows what each budget gets you, with sample routes. See our honeymoon safari itineraries for current trips.
Last checked: September 2026. Guide prices are per person sharing, excluding international flights, and vary by season.
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Three budget levels
| Budget per person | Nights | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| About US$15,000 | 10 | Luxury tented camps in Tanzania, shared game drives in the Serengeti, a boutique Zanzibar resort |
| About US$30,000 | 12 | A mix of Singita or &Beyond with top luxury camps, private vehicles, a balloon flight, a private-pool beach villa |
| US$50,000+ | 14 | Exclusive lodges throughout, private charters, a private island, special experiences |
About US$15,000 per person: classic and romantic
Sample route (10 nights): Ngorongoro Crater rim (2), central Serengeti luxury tented camp (4), Zanzibar boutique resort (4).
What’s included: luxury camps with en-suite tents, all meals, game drives, light-aircraft flights, and park fees.
This matches our honeymoon itineraries, which start from about US$15,900 per person sharing. Travel in the shoulder months for the best value.
About US$30,000 per person: the high-end honeymoon
Sample route (12 nights): &Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge (2), Singita Faru Faru or Sasakwa (3), a northern Serengeti camp during the crossings (3), &Beyond Mnemba Island (4).
What’s added: private vehicles, a balloon flight, private bush dinners, and top-tier lodges. See the most romantic safari lodges in East Africa.
US$50,000+ per person: the ultimate
Sample route (14 nights): Singita Kwitonda in Rwanda for gorillas (3), Singita Grumeti (4), Singita Mara River Tented Camp (3), then a private-island resort in the Seychelles or Mnemba (4).
What’s added: gorilla permits, private charters between areas, exclusive-use suites, and the most sought-after beach properties.
Costs couples often forget
| Item | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| International flights | Varies widely; business class is a big share of the total |
| Travel insurance with evacuation cover | Depends on age and trip value |
| Visas | Check current requirements for your passport |
| Tips | About US$10 to US$20 per guest per day for guides, plus staff tips. See our tipping guide |
| Premium drinks and spa | Often extra, even at all-inclusive lodges |
| Extra luggage for light aircraft | Storage fees or an extra seat |
How to get more for your budget
- Travel in shoulder or green seasons. See the best honeymoon safari for every wedding month.
- Ask about honeymoon offers. Some lodges discount the second guest.
- Use a honeymoon registry. See safari honeymoon registry ideas.
- Stay longer in fewer places to reduce flights.
FAQs
How much does a honeymoon safari cost?
Most luxury honeymoon safaris with a beach stay cost US$15,000 to US$50,000 per person, excluding international flights.
What is a good budget for a Tanzania honeymoon?
About US$15,000 to US$25,000 per person for 10 to 12 nights gives an excellent luxury trip.
Are there discounts for honeymooners?
Some lodges offer honeymoon rates or perks, usually requiring travel within six to twelve months of the wedding. Proof of marriage may be needed.
Get a costed honeymoon plan
Tell us your budget and dates and we will show you what it can buy. See our honeymoon safaris or enquire below.
