Luxury Safaris for Honeymooners

For a totally unique and unforgettable honeymoon vacation, try a luxury safari.  Sounds exciting doesn't it.  Read the following article by Sandy Cosser for more details.

Sandy Cosser

If you're considering getting married at some point in your life, and you don't consider the institution of marriage to be archaic and outdated as many young people do, the problem of where to go on your honeymoon may be giving you sleepless nights. Goodness knows it's an important decision. You need to find the right place to not come out of your room for 10 - 14days.

If the idea of a tropical beach side resort bores you and you get cold too easily to fancy skiing, you might want to  consider a luxury safari in the Kruger Park. The emphasis is on luxury because the hosts at Tinga Private Game Lodge, the Lodge recommended for honeymooners, pulls out all the stops when it comes to ensuring your comfort and anticipating your every need.

Roughly 20 years ago 2 lions fought a battle for territory and survival under some Makkelberry trees along the banks of the Sabie River, within the Kruger Park. The lion that won was called Tinga and the Lodges are named in honor of him. Tinga Lodge is found nestled at the junction of the Sabie Rivers, from where one can experience all the richness of wildlife and the wonders of nature that the Kruger Park has to offer.

It sits on  5000 hectares of land in a private concession in the Park. The Tinga vehicles have access to the entire Park, so you needn't worry about missing out on any of the sights, like the big five.

If you are going to insist to going out and doing things, other than honeymoon things, then this really is the place to be. The list of activities is virtually endless. There are early morning safari drives and evening game drives in open Land Rovers. There  are guided bush walks, Big Five tracking, which would make good party stories for several weeks after you get back, and there is  wine tasting. There are also spa treatments which include mudpacks, aromatherapy and water therapy. There is a curio shop  and the Lodge even boasts a library and a wine cellar. Of course there are also extravagant bush breakfasts and dinners to look forward to.

There is even, and this is no joke, a golf course in the heart
of the Kruger Park. You can play golf amidst the Big Five, but
do try stick to the fairways; you wouldn't want to have to go
looking for your ball in the bush. There is no telling what you
might run into. If you're on your honeymoon though, golf might
not be such a good idea. You could try some squash or tennis;
fun couple sports that you can both have a good laugh over.

The activities continue with a private helicopter trip that not
only takes you over the Park it also takes you over the
spectacular scenery of the surrounding area, for example God's
Window, Burke's Luck Potholes and the Sabie Falls.

The Lodge also has a boutique store where you can buy
fashionable bush wear, African artefacts and luggage to
accommodate all the new clothes and curios that you have just
purchased. Cameras, film and batteries are also available in
case you forgot yours or in case an elephant accidentally stands
on it.

After your hectic day of spa treatments and helicopter rides you
can relax and have an ice cold drink on your private deck and
swim in your private plunge pool. Those are just 2 of the
facilities that are standard with all suites at the lodge. Other
facilities include an en-suite bathroom and shower, a large
outdoor shower, which must be incredibly romantic to share at
sunset, a fireplace, a mini bar and fridge, a mini safe and
air-conditioning because it gets very hot in that part of the
world.

If you are a television addict or if you simply can't miss your
sport, there is a TV with satellite to soothe your addiction. As
the area is on the edge of a malaria zone they provide you with
insect spray, mosquito repellent and citronella wipes. It is not
strictly necessary to take anti-malaria tablets but it is up to
you and if it would make you feel safer then take them.

The opulence and luxury of the lodge make Tinga the ideal place
to stay for a honeymoon. Africa boasts gorgeous sunsets and
sunrises, if you're so inclined, the scenery is breathtaking and
where else do you get the chance to see such a wide variety of
animals? In the pursuit of romance a touch of the wild mixed
with lots of first-class service can't be beaten.

Recommended site:

http://www.krugerpark.co.za/Kruger_Park_Private_Concession_Lodgin
g-travel/tinga-private-game-lodge.html