Couples Safari Holidays
Everyone remembers their first safari. Hearing the trumpeting of an elephant echo across the savanna, or the magical experience of glimpsing a mother leopard playing with her newborn cub. Gazing across a clear night sky full of stars as you regale the whole lodge with your wildlife sightings from the day. As a couple, these are the moments you’ll never forget.
Or, perhaps it’s not a traditional couples safari you’re after. Maybe you’ve dreamt of searching for sloths in the Costa Rican rainforest or snorkelling with turtles in the otherworldly Galápagos Islands. Whatever kind of wildlife adventure you seek as a couple, we’ll make it happen, all under the passionate and knowledgeable guidance of the very best rangers and wildlife guides in the world.
At Scott Dunn, our travel experts have all the insider knowledge on the top wildlife destinations, as well as genuine and meaningful connections with locals, allowing us to craft a bespoke experience that’s just for you. So what are you waiting for? It’s time to get back to nature and start planning your perfect couples safari holiday or animal experience...
The Best Destinations for Couples Safari Holidays
Dreaming of taking an intrepid hike through the Amazon Rainforest and discovering the fruitful array of biodiversity there? Or perhaps you’re longing to spot leopards, lions, and giraffes on your first couples safari in Kenya. From wildlife-rich Guatemala and Sri Lanka to the jaw-dropping beauty of New Zealand, we’ll find the best destination for your couples holiday.
Experience the best of mother nature with our handpicked selection of accommodation - from intimate river camps to luxury beach lodges. Our travel experts will go the extra mile to ensure your couples safari holiday is unlike any other, with tailor-made itineraries and experiences based on your personal preferences.
Loggers Lodge
Harads, Swedish Lapland
In the heart of Swedish Lapland lies Loggers Lodge, a warm and welcoming cabin made for two, surrounded by trees, streams and breathtaking scenery. This is the perfect spot for those looking to really get away from it all.
Greystoke Mahale
Mahale Mountains, Lake Tanganyika, Tanzania
Greystoke Mahale enjoys a breathtaking position on a golden beach along the shores of Lake Tanganyika, sheltered by the lush forest of the Mahale Mountains. This isolated setting is home to the world's largest known population of chimpanzees.
Awasi Patagonia
Torres del Paine, Patagonia, Chile
Ultra-luxurious, Awasi Patagonia provides an unrivalled base for private excursions into spectacularly wild and remote Torres del Paine National Park, and consists of fourteen stylishly spacious villas with sweeping views and state of the art facilities.
Casa Oropendola
Sierra Nevada and the Caribbean Coast, Colombia
Perched spectacularly overlooking swathes of dense jungle, coffee fields and the distant Caribbean Sea, Casa Oropéndola is a beautiful private lodge in the heart of Colombia's Sierra Nevada cloudforest which provides an exclusive and remote retreat.
Kuro Tarangire
Tarangire National Park, Northern Tanzania
Kuro Tarangire is an eco-friendly dry seasonal camp, set in a grove of acacia trees, in the central part of Tarangire National Park, Tanzania, within easy reach of the main river and Silale and Gursi Swamps.
Aguas Arriba Lodge
El Chalten & Los Glaciares National Park, Southern Patagonia, Argentina
Aguas Arriba Lodge set deep in the spectacular heart of Patagonia, overlooks a lake and hanging glacier. With wonderful hosting, just six rooms and accessible only by boat or on foot, it makes a superb base for wilderness hiking, fishing or relaxing.
Roho ya Selous
Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania
Roho ya Selous is situated in the very heart of the magnificent Selous game reserve. Perched on a hill overlooking the water, this small tented camp is the perfect place to spend a few days and discover the wonderful wildlife and contrasting landscapes.
Delfin III
Iquitos, Peruvian Amazon, Peru
Cruise along the mighty Amazon River on board the luxurious Delfin III, a modern and elegant vessel which boasts 21 cabins and has all the amenities of a hotel, whilst allowing you to explore untouched corners of Peru's Amazon Rainforest in total comfort.
Mashpi Lodge
Cloudforest, Ecuador
With its striking contemporary design and incredible ‘heart of the forest’ feel, Mashpi Lodge is a sophisticated and relaxing hideaway in the clouds, perfectly situated for exploring the incredible biodiversity of the Chocoan cloudforest.
Puerto Valle Hotel De Esteros
Ibera Wetlands, Northeastern Argentina, Argentina
Puerto Valle is located on the banks of the Paraná River, on the edge of the Ibera wetlands in northern Argentina. It is a great base for exploring this wildlife-rich region with contemporary accommodation, landscaped grounds and delicious cuisine.
Tanzania Uncovered
Ruaha National Park & Pemba Island
Fall into the romance of the African bush on this stylish Tanzanian journey that steps away from the crowds. Expect the extraordinary at these handpicked and owner-run luxury boutique lodges that break with convention. Venture through towering baobab trees in the golden evening light while elephants graze lazily in the distance. Dive into the...
GBP £7,500 pp
Wild Belize
Orange Walk, Cayo District, Hopkins & Ambergris Caye
Take a walk on the wild side. This action-packed itinerary promises the adventure of a lifetime, discover ancient temples and wildlife hidden in dense jungle and uncover exotic marine life below the glittering turquoise waters of the Caribbean.
GBP £5,700 pp
Culinary New England
Boston, Maine, Vermont & Connecticut
New England is the perfect romantic retreat, with its stunning landscapes, idyllic villages and an array of delicious restaurants focused on farm-to-table seasonal produce from across this corner of the USA. This tour takes in Boston's exciting restaurant scene, lobster shacks and fine dining in Maine and Vermont. Go for strolls in the beautiful...
GBP £4,200 pp
Epic Africa
Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls, Lower Zambezi, Kigali, Volcanoes National Park
This grand tour of Africa takes you to some of the most game rich regions in the south where you can enjoy a range of safari activities, from game drives to walking and boat safaris before you head east to the lush rainforests of Rwanda to find the mountain gorilla.
GBP £20,300 pp
Epic Baja California
La Paz, Isla Espiritu Santo, Todos Santos, Cabo San Lucas
Leap headfirst into this epic trip through stunning Baja California. Releasing your inner boho vibes you will be consumed by the splendour and aura of this vibrant region, staying in stylish chic properties whilst taking in natural scenery and wildlife around you. Surrendering life with these ultimate experiences as you plunge into all this trip...
GBP £6,300 pp
Epic Costa Rica
Central Valley, Tortuguero, Puerto Viejo, Pacuare, San Jose
Famed for its amazing wildlife, adrenaline-inducing activities and gorgeous beaches, Costa Rica makes for tropical tour holidays packed with unforgettable moments. See monkeys, sloths and turtles, learn to surf, kayak through the jungle, cycle along the palm-fringed coast, and sip cocktails while enjoying the most spectacular sunsets.
GBP £6,000 pp
Epic Madagascar
Antananarivo, Andasibe & Tsarabanjina
Journey to the magical island of Madagascar for an exceptional wildlife experience in the eastern rainforests, topped off with an exquisite beach retreat in the north of the island. We’ve hand selected stylish hotels and lodges in the most desirable locations, with some enviable experiences to enjoy along the way.
GBP £7,400 pp
Epic Namibia
Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Damaraland, Etosha & Okonjima
Step into adventure as you drive around Namibia’s legendary landscapes, escaping the ordinary for a trip peppered with experiences that break the mould. Explore the vast wildernesses with starkly barren panoramas; summit the world’s tallest dunes before taking to the water where seals frolic all around. Track elusive desert elephants across the...
GBP £5,600 pp
Epic Norway
Oslo, Ålesund & Norwegian Fjords
Think style and sophistication, exhilaration and effortless luxury and you will have this unique and off the beaten track trip though Norway. Soaking up the best this majestic land has to offer, beginning in vibrant Oslo before you head to the stunning Ålesund for water adventures on the vast fjords. Hike the memorising Sunnmøre Alps for the...
GBP £4,600 pp
Epic South Africa
Cape Town, Victoria Falls & Greater Kruger
Capture the best of the Rainbow Nation on this stylish introduction to South Africa. We’ve handpicked luxury boutique hotels and extraordinary experiences for a trip that will make your friends green with envy. Sample delectable fusion cuisine while gazing over the rugged peaks of Table Mountain in Cape Town before soaring over the thundering...
GBP £6,200 pp