We forget sometimes how lucky we are in South Africa with our beautiful natural settings. The bush, with its big five and views and  has to be one of the best we get to enjoy. And with so many amazing reserves and lodges,  a bush honeymoon is always a great idea.  Here is Nubian Bride’s pick of amazing getaways to treat you and your partner to.

Singita (Mpumalanga)
The Singita Private Game Reserve is located in the heart of the world-renowned Sabi Sands on the western border of the Kruger National Park.

Choose Singata if: You enjoy safari luxury and and game viewing with the big five in beautiful natural scenery.

Tswalu Kalahari, Northern Cape
Located in the heart of the Northern Cape, Tswalu Kalahari is South Africa’s largest private game reserve.  With its six-month long summer season, this is the ideal way to spend a honeymoon.

Choose Tswalu Kalahari if: You enjoy a good view and and luxurious settings. Couples can choose between being pampered in the spa on your own deck, and sipping sun-downers on the dunes overlooking the Kalahari.

Forum Homini, Gauteng
Forum Homini is situated on the Letamo Game Farm in the Cradle of Humankind. The hotel has been designed to blend into the surrounding landscape, home to kudu, hippos, eland, zebra and abundant birdlife.

Choose Forum Homini if: You are looking for romance in Africa.  Each luxury suite is complete with fireplaces, stalactite lights, a bed with a romantic silk canopy, a double outdoor shower and a bath for two set in the lounge overlooking the bushveld.

Leobo Lodge, Limpopo

The Leobo Lodge is a private lodge offering luxury with a rustic feel, ideal for a group to enjoy the stretch of space either inside or outside. For a truly African experience, guests can enjoy a succulent braai under the boma. The swimming pool, perched on the hill and surrounded by natural rock, is a haven for water lovers. Plus it’s amazing for star-gazing.

Choose Leobo if: You want to go on a group honeymoon with all your friends and family that have flown thousands of kilometres to come to your big day. Couples can rent out the entire lodge which means you have exclusive access to the whole reserve.