5 Harare wildlife-themed Destinations for Couples’ Anniversary, Valentines Day and even budget Honeymoon celebration

Here is a list of destinations close to Harare for lovebirds wanting to celebrate their anniversary, Valentines Day, or even a budget honeymoon out in the bush.

This list is in order of the destination that offers the most comfort and pampering. It is going to get continuous.

1. Pamuzinda Safari Lodge

Pamuzinda Safari Lodge has a lot of positive factors going for it. Firstly, it is located quite close to Harare, in Selous. Secondly, they offer you royal treatment and thirdly the general garden and swimming pool area as well as the chalets are aesthetically pleasing. The drive to Pamuzinda Safari Lodge is also quite a breeze. Their “couple’s package” fee is usually around $198. However, the fees fluctuate depending on whether it is in or out of peak season. Do check out this detailed review for directions, distance, road condition, best type of vehicle to use, activities offered, fees and contact details for enquiries and/or bookings among other information https://www.eminentlyeve.com/pamuzinda-safari-lodge-review/

2. Hippo Pools Wilderness Camp

Hippo pools is my favourite on this list however, its roads are better suited to 4 wheel drive vehicles. It is located in Shamva along the Mazowe river. It has such priceless views and the customer service is par excellence. They have a restaurant, a swimming pool and a number of accommodation options which range from $30 to $140 per couple per night, the latter being the cosiest one. Their prices are also seasonal so do check out the review article where I shared detailed directions, road condition, best type of vehicle to use, activities offered, fees and contact details for enquiries and/or bookings, among others https://www.eminentlyeve.com/garura-wildlife-park-x-hippo-pools-zimbabwe-all-you-need-to-know/

3. Bally Vaughan Game Park & Sanctuary, Mwanga Lodge

Mwanga Lodge, Bally Vaughan Game Park & Sanctuary is quite a good option too. It is located pretty close to Harare in the direction of Shamva. The chalets are clean and overlook a priceless savanna bush with resident zebras and a zonkey roaming in there. They are perfectly tucked away from the main area where daily visits are hosted so it gives perfect privacy. There is a beautiful swimming pool at the restaurant area but also a good distance from the restaurant so awesome for some privacy as well. The only downside compared to the two other destinations above is that the chalets are not as updated so a bit on the old fashioned side. They cost $300 per couple per night. The staff at the lodges & restaurant are very friendly. Before making any decision though, do check out this detailed review with directions, road condition, best type of vehicle to use, activities offered, fees and contact details for enquiries and/or bookings, among others https://www.eminentlyeve.com/mwanga-lodge-bally-vaughan-game-park-sanctuary-review-all-you-need-to-know-about-visiting-it-near-harare-mashonaland-east-zimbabwe/

4. Mavhuradonha Wilderness Area

Mavhuradonha Wilderness Area is quite an interesting one. To me it was the best because my husband and I got to enjoy some undistracted quality time together. This is because there is no network, internet or wifi so it’s just the two of you alone without any distractions from the world. The chalets are cosily tucked in the bush, far away from “civilisation” therefore intimacy with nature is guaranteed. The staff makes this destination so homely with their warmth, kindness and jovial energy. There are waterfalls and dams which are perfectly suited to picnicking. I shared a detailed review with directions, road condition, best type of vehicle to use, activities offered, fees and contact details for enquiries and/or bookings, among others on this link https://www.eminentlyeve.com/mavhuradonha-wilderness-area-mvurwi-zimbabwe-review-all-you-need-to-know-about-visiting-it/. So do check it out before making the decision to visit just to make sure it is a type of destination that would suit you. Please also make sure that your partner would enjoy that type of setup too.

5. Chengeta Safari Lodge

Chengeta Safari Lodge is a sister lodge to Pamuzinda Safari Lodge. The two are located close to each other, in Selous, close to Harare. I haven’t spent a night at Chengeta Safari Lodge so I can’t speak to its “overnight visit” state. However, from the day visit experience I had, we had such a great time. The service, activities and food were all perfect. I do hope to spend a night there soon so that I can give you a more accurate review on this destination. For a general idea about this destination you can check out this detailed review with directions, road condition, best type of vehicle to use, activities offered, fees and contact details for enquiries and/or bookings, among others https://www.eminentlyeve.com/chengeta-safari-lodge-review-all-you-need-to-know/