When it comes to planning a destination wedding, nothing is more authentic than choosing a country in Africa. Imagine tying the knot with the lush Okavango Delta and its magnificent wildlife as your backdrop; perhaps you prefer having your wedding ceremony close to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Victoria Falls. With a safari wedding, you have the flexibility to decide on your dream wedding.
We’ve curated some top advice from our safari experts to help you plan your dream African safari wedding.
Start With A Guest List
The number of people on your guest list will have a big impact on the location that you select. For instance, if you are thinking about throwing a huge celebration, you will need to make sure that there are enough places to stay nearby to accommodate all of the guests.
The welcome areas offered by the various wildlife lodges vary greatly from one establishment to the next. This will help you narrow down your choices for a safari wedding location in Southern Africa much more effectively.
Choosing Your Destination
Before you start thinking about decor or wedding attire, it is important that you choose a destination that embodies your African safari dream. Southern Africa is ideal in terms of climate and wildlife viewing opportunities.
It also boasts some of the most luxurious lodges and safari camps in Africa. We would recommend choosing a lodge or camp in Botswana, Zambia, or Zimbabwe.
Choosing a Camp or Lodge
Weddings, even intimate ones, require a significant amount of room. You should search for a lodge or camp that is able to accommodate both the ceremony and the celebration.
Tenting may not be an option for weddings like it is in the United States, so it is crucial to consider whether there is sufficient covered or indoor space for your party as well. Ideally, you should visit the venue you intend to use to host your wedding ceremony. This makes all the difference, since you will be able to see you your vision of your Big Day in reality. Nothing is worst than seeing a venue on your wedding day and finding out its everything you do not want.
