Where to Spend your Valentine Holiday in Tanzania?

Where to Spend your Valentine Holiday in Tanzania?

Gone are the days when buying someone flowers on Valentine’s Day was enough to show someone you love them. Now, people celebrate love and affection differently. Instead of spending just one day, they set off for a week-long vacation to their dream destination. Tanzania is one of the favorite spots couples prefer spending this beautiful day. It has plenty of places to go for unforgettable romantic experiences. We feature some of our favorite places to go for your Valentine’s holiday in Tanzania.

Serengeti National Park.

If you want to enjoy the day in the middle of the African savannah, look no further than the Serengeti. Picture yourself hopping into an open safari vehicle for a morning drive to search for the big cats. And eventually you conclude the drive with a romantic coffee in the bush. Or imagine driving in the late evening, eyeing the best spot to enjoy your sundowner cocktail.

Worried about getting rained on? Please don’t. Serengeti is dry and warm throughout February (so are other parks in Tanzania). And the magic is in the southern plains of this park, where over 500,000 calves are brought to life. They call it the calving season. But we call it the starter of the Great Migration. Come and see it with your partner on this special day.

Zanzibar

An idyllic island, Unguja, is home to some of the best spots for couples. And for good reason, many couples, especially newlyweds, come to spend their holiday here; why not you? You can start with a hand-in-hand walk in Stone Town. The ancient labyrinth alleys and busy markets are interesting to explore. You can enjoy native-inspired cuisine in the Forodhani Market, where spiced food, Zanzibar pizza, and fresh seafood are served with your local dessert.

Or you can just enjoy private access to exquisite beaches like Nungwi, Kendwa, Jambiani, and Bwejuu. If both of you are divers, then explore the underwater world of the Indian Ocean. A spice tour with a local guide is so amazing. You will get to know various spices grown in plantations in Zanzibar.

Pemba

We know it might be busy in Unguja, but never in Pemba. This remote, green island is quiet and cool. Whether you want to spend quality time together on the powdery, white-sand beaches or voyage in the ocean, there’s something magical about escaping to Pemba for Valentine’s Day.

If you’re a water-loving couple, you can explore green corals and a variety of marine species. You can also swim with dolphins or whale sharks in remote dive sites known to a few. Should you want an out-of-the-radar sea experience, we recommend the Manta Resort’s underwater room experience.

Kitulo National Park.

Kitulo, a 159-square-mile land in Southern Tanzania, is another place worth spending your Valentine’s Day at. You won’t find large animals like elephants, lions, buffalo, or rhinos, but there are plenty of wildflowers, such that guests normally call it “Serengeti of Flowers.” Here, you will hold hands as you explore the ‘Garden of God,’ surrounded by over 350 plant species.

Instead of buying flowers from the store, why not watch real ones in Kitulo? If you are curious enough, you can see all 45 species of orchids present in this beautiful park. In addition, you can enjoy a gentle hike up the Livingstone Mountains, with frequent encounters of the rare Kipunji and other primates as you go higher.

Lake Manyara National Park.

Pretty simple and small, but it harbors some of the most diverse wildlife. That is Lake Manyara, one of the smallest parks in Tanzania. For couples looking for a Valentine’s Day escape, this is your gem. A romantic stroll in the air—sorry! It’s a canopy walk set at about 15 meters off the ground in the dense forest of Lake Manyara. Every step on this fantastic air bridge is filled with love and beautiful memories.

Beyond the walk, you can drive in the wild to search for the unique lions—the tree-climbing lions. Or you can enjoy the views of beautiful pink flamingos congregating on the lake shore in large flocks. Sit in the best location to witness the sun sinking in this soda lake while sipping your drink. Or conclude your night with a slow-paced night game drive to search for elusive predators like jackals, lions, leopards, and spotted hyenas.

Ruaha National Park.

Imagine eating your morning meal under a giant baobab, and as you enjoy the cuisine, a large elephant herd (of up to 300) passes by. This is a common scenario in Ruaha, the second-largest park in Tanzania. And we highly recommend it for couples, families, and friends wishing to celebrate love surrounded by nature. Here, you will find even rare animals like wild dogs and sable antelope, not to mention the highest concentration of lions.

You enjoy calm breezes while sailing in the Great Ruaha River as hippos emerge like ghosts. We suggest winding up the day with a unique safari experience, like fly camping. Night drives are also available.

Final word.

Valentine’s Day in Tanzania is unforgettable. And there are some places to spend it, whether you want it in the wilderness, on the beach, or in bustling towns. We are here to assist you with planning. Contact our experts.