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4 Honeymoon hotspots that will get your adrenaline pumping

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Are you planning the honeymoon of your dreams, but don’t want a typical sun, sand and sea type of getaway? 

Is the thought of sightseeing in a busy city is not your idea of fun either?

Then spending your time away as newlyweds surrounded by activity and fun, having experiences you both will remember for the rest of your lives together, is definitely what you are looking for.

Here are some fun and active destination ideas to get the ideas flowing so you can get an idea of the amazing things you can do together, sharing the memories forever.

South Africa

South Africa is always a fantastic place to visit if you’re looking for adventure, and one of the must-see attractions is Kruger National Park, where you’ll be able to watch wild animal shows and stay in luxury 5 star lodges.

The Drakensberg Mountain range is a stunning area you should also visit, and it offers many activities, such as hiking, biking, mountaineering and kayaking. However, if you really want to test your courage, take a trip to Cape Town and go cage-diving with great white sharks!

The great thing about SA is the amazing wild life - nothing gets the adrenaline pumping more than getting close to the world’s most feared and amazing animals; and guided safaris are a very popular honeymoon activity with many couples.

Why not try the Big 5 safari and Island escape tour that takes you to different locations every single day;  you can share the magic that is Madikwe Game reserve, Sabi Sands and Mozambique for an island getaway.

If Safaris isn’t your thing then why not take a road trip, just the two of you on the open road, visit gorgeous towns and beaches throwing yourselves into the cultures of South Africa with activities along the way.

Why not try the garden route? Starting on the south coast of South Africa, taking you through George, Knysna and Plettenberg bay. For the more adventurous, there are lots of activities including walking and hiking trails at Storm Rivers.

Costa Rica

Another amazing place you should definitely consider for your exciting getaway is Costa Rica, which is a beautiful little country in Latin America, and borders both the Pacific and Caribbean Sea.  

It’s a budget friendly honeymoon destination, offering snorkelling, scuba diving and game fishing on both sides of the sea. Afterwards you can admire the incredible, scenic views of huge mountains and volcanoes, both of which you can even hike up if you’re feeling brave.

While you’re there you should make sure you take a fun and bumpy white-water raft down the Pacuare and Reventazon River and through the wild green jungle. Afterwards go ‘glamping’ in one of their campsites among monkeys, jaguars and other jungle wildlife.

Sri Lanka

Keep the adrenalines pumping in Sri Lanka, an island in the Northern Indian Ocean, full of all kinds of exciting activities you can both take on.

You can enjoy some romantic experiences, such as hot air balloons and horseback riding, or you can enjoy the wildlife safari parks, and enjoy their incredible views while hiking or biking along mountains together.

Bali

A small Island just off Indonesia, Bali is a truly amazing choice for a honeymoon as it is exciting by day and romantic by night. Explore old historic temples and palaces, with stops at local markets in between.

Adventure out to the scenic Lake of Buyan, where you can take a raft out and enjoy the romantic views together.

Also, visit the floating temple of Ulun Danu, go white-water rafting and take a stroll through some incredible rain forests. Bali is such a beautiful place; one where you’ll have the opportunity to experience some one-of-a-kind places you’ll always remember.

India

If you have always fancied exploring Indian culture, then why not share the experience with your other half on your honeymoon. India has so much to offer - just experiencing and tasting the amazing and different types of cuisine on offer, is an adventure all on its own.

Bask in the adventurous Himalyen Peaks and Paradise Islands, and trek and paraglide in Ladakh, visit the famous and gorgeous Chadar Trekk, Yak safari in Ladakh, or go camel riding in the north.

These types of adventurous honeymoons are meant for memories, to keep forever and share with future children so make them the best ever.

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