Couples Safari Vacations
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 snorkeling 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 personalized 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 vacation 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 vacation.
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 vacation is unlike any other, with personalized itineraries and experiences based on your personal preferences.
Stowaway Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island, South Australia, Australia
Located on beautiful Kangaroo Island, Stowaway Kangaroo Island offers two private self-catered luxury villas. Totally secluded, the Stowaways are perfect for couples and offer panoramic views and native wildlife on your doorstep.
The Fish
The Cotswolds, Oxford, Bath & The Cotswolds, United Kingdom
Nestled in the breathtaking Cotswolds, Fish a Farncombe Hotel is a hidden gem that offers an exquisite blend of luxury and nature. Surrounded by rolling hills and charming villages, this hotel is the perfect base for exploring the idyllic countryside.
The Last Word Kitara
Klaserie, Greater Kruger, South Africa
Deep in the Kruger, hugging the banks of the Klaserie River, the Last Word Kitara is an intimately serene and elegant safari lodge where South Africa’s giants roam. Unveil the magic of the bush in laid back luxury for an unsurpassed wildlife experience.
The Palm River Hotel
Victoria Falls - the Zim side, Zimbabwe
Just a short distance from one of the world’s most magnificent waterfalls, the handsome Palm River Hotel enjoys a privileged setting on the banks of the Zambezi River close to Victoria Falls, making it a chic and comfortable base for intrepid explorers.
Wayo Walking Fly Camp
Serengeti National Park, Serengeti and northern Tanzania, Tanzania
Wayo Walking Fly Camp is a simple and basic camp offering domed lightweight tents set up prior to guests arrival. This fly camp serves exclusively for adventures in the Serengeti National Park.
White Desert Whichaway Camp
Antarctica
White Desert Whichaway Camp is a camp like no other, situated within the interior of Antarctica, one of the last great wildernesses on earth. After a five-hour flight across the Southern Ocean, you will be transported to another world.
&Beyond Chobe Under Canvas
Chobe National Park, Botswana
Chobe Under Canvas is the most luxurious mobile safari camp in Chobe National Park. It gives you fantastic game viewing in a pristine wilderness area with excellent staff and guides. This is traditional safari with butler service!
&Beyond Savute Under Canvas
Savute, Linyanti, Botswana
Savute Under Canvas is a luxury mobile tented camp in a remote corner of the Chobe National Park, where the game viewing is phenomenal. With five tented rooms, Savute Under Canvas is ideal for anyone looking for a unique and traditional safari experience.
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.
Airstream Uyuni
Salar de Uyuni & the Altiplano, Bolivia
Offering a truly one-of-a-kind experience, this deluxe Airstream camper on Bolivia's Uyuni salt flats comes with its own private chef and guide, allowing you to explore the mesmerizing beauty of one of South America's unearthliest landscapes in style.
Botswana Riding Safari
Botswana
Gallop into the wild on this journey across Botswana’s wildernesses. A riding safari boasts encounters that cannot be had on foot or by vehicle. Watch elephants ford the waterways of the Okavango, unnoticed on horseback. Admire the sweeping desert and endless views of the Kalahari as you traverse the grasslands of Botswana’s deserts. For riders,...
$13,900 pp
Honeymoon in Swedish Lapland
Stockholm & Swedish Lapland
Exploration and extravagance await you on this seven-night journey through Sweden, uncovering some of the most enchanting parts of the country’s breathtaking panoramas. From culture, cafes and chic restaurants in Stockholm to amorous hideaways and spectacular encounters in Swedish Lapland, this alternative honeymoon itinerary oozes luxury and...
$12,800 pp
Namibia Mobile Safari
Kalahari, NamibRand, Swakopmund, Damaraland, Etosha & Central Highlands
Immerse yourself in the epic wildernesses of Namibia, where your only neighbors are the desert elephants wandering in the distance. Break away from the norm on this journey to some of the most remote camps in Africa, where few tred. Meet with bushmen in the rolling Kalahari, watch the blazing Milky Way in the NamibRand Desert before leaving the map...
$13,200 pp
Sri Lanka Safari
Kotuguda, Wilpattu, Sigiriya, Gal Oya National Park, Nuwara Eliya, Yala National Park & Tangalle
Experience wild Sri Lanka on this off-the-beaten track itinerary. This journey takes you through the length and breadth of this diverse teardrop isle. Through undulating hills, low grasslands and golden coast, enjoy incredible wildlife and culture throughout. With hundreds of species of endemic birds as well as a growing number of leopard sightings...
$6,100 pp
Ethiopia’s Bale and Simien Mountains in Style
Addis Ababa, Bale Mountain Lodge & Limalimo
Combine two of Ethiopia's most exciting national parks - Bale Mountains National Park and Simien Mountains National Park - experience the vibrant local culture and wildlife of each location while enjoying the spectacular views.
$6,400 pp
Highlights of Scotland and Ireland
Edinburgh, West coast of Scotland, Dublin & Co. Galway
This multi-country itinerary is a perfect way to explore both Dublin and Edinburgh, as well as the glorious countryside of Scotland and Ireland. With your private guide, experience the local ways of life and admire the breathtaking scenery.
$11,500 pp
Highlights of South Africa, Namibia and Botswana
Cape Town, Winelands, Sossusvlei, Skeleton Coast, Okavango Delta
This wonderful two-week itinerary includes some of southern Africa’s absolute highlights while staying in some of the most luxurious properties across southern Africa. Explore the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town, the stunning Winelands and visit Namibia’s desert landscapes of Sossusvlei and the Skeleton coast, before finishing in the beautiful...
$27,100 pp
Highlights of Tamil Nadu and The Andaman Islands
Madurai, Chettinad, Tanjore, Pondicherry, Andaman Islands & Chennai
This itinerary allows you to experience the highlights of the Tamil Nadu region in India and the incredible and remote turquoise waters of the Andaman Islands. This is the perfect trip for anyone returning to India for a second visit or if you are wanting to get off the beaten path, combining the unique history and heritage of Tamil Nadu and the...
$7,100 pp
Highlights of Tanzania and Kenya
Masai Mara, Serengeti & Rubondo Island
Dive into the wilds of East Africa, where the endless plains stretch on forever and chimpanzees flit between the lush trees. Fall in love with the intimate lodges and camps which put you in the heart of the action on this journey that breaks with the norm. Marvel at the thunder of thousands of wildebeest as they crash across the Mara River, and...
$13,500 pp
Highlights of Zambia and Madagascar
Luangwa Valley, Zambia & Nosy Be, Madagascar
Journey to Zambia’s wildlife gem, the South Luangwa, for an in-depth safari covering the remote and wildlife-rich south of the park. You’ll be based at authentic bush camps with some added luxuries and expert guiding to really enhance your experience. After your safari adventure you’ll fly to an exotic island off Madagascar, for a truly off-grid...
$15,700 pp