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.

Couples wildlife and safari

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.

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Kafunta River Lodge

Kafunta River Lodge

South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

Kafunta River Lodge is located on the border of the South Luangwa National Park, overlooking a permanent lagoon.

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Marataba Safari Lodge

Marataba Safari Lodge

Marakele National Park, Madikwe and the northwest, South Africa

Marataba is located in a 23,000 ha private concession adjoined to the vast, malarial-free Marakele National Park in South Africa's Limpopo Province. The Camp is set in the bushveld, on a quiet river with dramatic views of the Waterberg escarpment.

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Nxai Pan Camp

Nxai Pan Camp

Nxai Pans, Makgadikgadi and the Kalahari, Botswana

Nxai Pan is situated on a fascinating fossil pan of the same name, overlooking beautiful grasslands so typical of this area. The game viewing is excellent, and the camp offers a true contrast to the Okavango Delta and other areas of Botswana.

Couples Adventure Wildlife
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Saruni Wild

Saruni Wild

Maasai Mara, Maasai Mara and Southern Kenya, Kenya

Saruni Wild is an exclusive little camp in the heart of Kenya's Maasai Mara. With just 3 tents and set is a secluded valley, rich in wildlife, Saruni Wild offers an authentic and uninterrupted safari experience for small groups and families.

Couples Off the beaten track Wildlife
Silversea Silver Explorer

Silversea Silver Explorer

Antarctica

Discover Antarctica in absolute comfort and style with Silversea's premium expedition ship, Silver Explorer. Travel on this ice-strengthened vessel around the Antarctic Peninsula, accompanied by specialist guides.

Adventure Couples Cruise Wildlife
Silversea Silver Cloud

Silversea Silver Cloud

Antarctica

Undoubtedly one of the most luxurious ships to cruise Antarctica, the Silversea Silver Cloud is perfect for an introduction to the white continent, boasting a Relais & Chateaux restaurant, highly attentive staff and suite-style accommodation.

Adventure Couples Cruise Wildlife
Silversea Silver Cloud Arctic

Silversea Silver Cloud Arctic

Arctic

Undoubtedly one of the most luxurious ships to cruise the Arctic, the Silversea Silver Cloud is perfect for an introduction to the Arctic, boasting a Relais & Chateaux restaurant, highly attentive staff and suite-style accommodation.

Adventure Couples Cruise Wildlife
Greystoke Mahale

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.

Adventure Couples Off the beaten track Wildlife
Awasi Patagonia

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.

Adventure Couples Eco/ethical tourism Off the beaten track
Casa Oropendola

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.

Adventure Couples Off the beaten track Wildlife
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Culinary New England

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...

Couples Culture Off the beaten track Short Break

GBP £4,400 pp

13 nights
Epic Africa

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.

Adventure Couples Wildlife

GBP £20,300 pp

10 nights
Epic Baja California

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...

Beach Couples Wildlife Diving

GBP £6,200 pp

13 nights
Epic Costa Rica

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.

Beach Couples Eco/ethical tourism Wildlife

GBP £6,400 pp

10 nights
Epic Madagascar

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.

Beach Couples Snorkelling Wildlife

GBP £7,400 pp

10 nights
Epic Namibia

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...

Adventure Off the beaten track Couples Wildlife

GBP £5,600 pp

6 nights
Epic Norway

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...

Couples Adventure Fishing Off the beaten track

GBP £4,600 pp

9 nights
Epic South Africa

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...

Wildlife Adventure Couples Culture

GBP £6,900 pp

12 nights
Epic Southern Tanzania

Epic Southern Tanzania

Selous, Ruaha & Fanjove Island

Get ready to dive into the wilderness of southern Tanzania on an off-grid safari and beach getaway. We’ve handpicked the most stylish camps and lodges so you can immerse yourself in this barely touched land in luxury, with some extraordinary experiences along the way. Explore the Selous by river and wander through the baobab dotted landscapes of...

Adventure Couples Wildlife Beach

GBP £9,300 pp

13 nights
Epic Sri Lanka

Epic Sri Lanka

Colombo, Kandy, Gal Oya National Park, Hatton, Galle & Balapitya

Enjoy the very best that Sri Lanka can offer on this carefully curated itinerary, taking in everything from the verdant Hill Country plantations, to the cobbled streets of Galle and the cultural sites of Kandy. With an interesting heritage, Sri Lanka offers beautiful boutique properties full of character and charm which you can enjoy throughout...

Beach Culture Wildlife Adventure

GBP £5,600 pp

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