When planning a Destination Wedding, an experienced wedding planner can assist you in deciding on a location, a venue and navigating the complexities of tying the knot in a foreign nation. If they aren’t at your selected destination, you can find the best local teams to assist on the ground. Here are 20 mind-blowing venues in Africa when planning a wedding.
1. Mozambique’s Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort
This island resort is one of six magnificent islands off the coast of Southern Mozambique in Eastern Africa. The largest island, Bazaruto, is a protected marine reserve with a shoreline of stunning blue waters and soft sandy beaches that have seen few tourists. I like the tranquillity you’ll discover at this resort, even though there are plenty of enriching events nearby (think: whale watching, swimming with dolphins and sunset sailing).
2. Mauritius’ One&Only Le Saint Geran
Crystal-clear blue waters surround Mauritius. Exhilarating water activities, luxury boat tours and colourful coral reef diving are just a few of the activities you get to enjoy at this tropical island retreat.
Everything from sunrise yoga sessions to moonlit meals will keep you balanced, nourished, and glowing as you prepare to tie the knot and set sail on your honeymoon. Choose from a private yacht, a seaside mansion, or the La Pointe restaurant on a stunning peninsula as your possible wedding venue.
3. Victoria Falls, bordering Zambia & Zimbabwe
Victoria Falls is a stunning waterfall, one of Africa’s seven natural wonders. It makes for the most magnificent wedding venue. With a beautiful cascade as the backdrop, you’ll be sure to look back on a picture-perfect wedding. Surrounded by calm lagoons, gorgeous islands, and majestic wildlife, this is an easy choice.
Zimbabwe has a hotel right on the edge of the falls, while Zambia has a luxury retreat on its side.
4. Antananarivo
Madagascar’s picturesque capital city has highland slopes studded with colourful houses. Your party will be spoilt for choice, from colourful cultural activities to the thrill of coastal excursions. The town has venues to accommodate weddings of all sizes and budgets. This city is an excellent choice for African weddings.
5. Seychelles – Archipelagos in the Indian Ocean.
Seychelles is an excellent choice if you and your partner are looking for a private island for the big day. These islands, which border Madagascar, boast of a thousand and one fascinating views on the most beautiful beaches. A ceremony on these islands would be a memorable and romantic occasion.
6. Botswana’s Phakalane Golf Estate and Hotel Resort
This picturesque estate is the perfect wedding destination because of the gorgeous scenery of the golf course and its surroundings. The venue caters to both intimate and extravagant weddings. The hotel offers the newlyweds a complimentary bed and breakfast experience. It also has a lovely wedding gazebo to keep you and your guests sheltered from the hot sun.
7. The Great Rift Valley Lodge in Kenya
The Lodge, perched above Lake Naivasha in Kenya, looks out over one of the world’s most fabulous valleys. You’ll find the most stunning wedding backdrop just one and a half hours outside of Nairobi. The delightful views include the dazzling waters of Lake Naivasha, Mount Longonot’s volcanic crater and the grand Aberdare Mountains.
8. Tanzania’s Kilindi, Zanzibar
Kilindi is a hotel on the Tanzanian island of Zanzibar that overlooks the Indian Ocean’s turquoise waters. With acres of white-sandy beaches and lush tropical gardens to select from, you’ll have plenty of options for your wedding site, reception and photographic moments.
9. Namibia’s Wolwedans
The gorgeous scenery for your wedding in the desert chapel of Wolwedans, Namibia, will be its easy-flowing dunes.
This spectacular location can accommodate up to 40 guests who can spend the night at the Dune Camp or Dune Lodge. The bride and groom can enjoy a surreal evening in the beautiful Mountain View Suite.
10. Marrakech’s Les Deux Tours
Located in the city’s gorgeous Palmeraie, Les Deux Tours is the perfect setting to relish mouth-watering beverages and food from the stylish bar and fantastic restaurants. You can have your ceremony and reception in the stunning on-site gardens.
11. Mauritius’ Sugar Beach Resort
The magnificent Sugar Beach Resort is developed on a 12-acre tropical paradise. You and your guests can enjoy your celebration overlooking the magnificent Indian Ocean from the beachfront restaurant stretch.
12. Egypt’s Four Seasons Resort Sharm El-Sheikh
You may choose from a range of indoor and outdoor venues at the magnificent Four Seasons Resort in Sharm El-Sheikh. With all destinations boasting a view of the Red Sea, they each have their wonders that leave you speechless.
13. Kenya’s Mara Explorer Camp
Treat your guests to a glamping experience amid the Maasai Mara National Reserve at Mara Explorers Camp in Kenya. This award-winning camp, home to Africa’s Big Five, is excellent for weddings because the river provides the perfect location for countless romantic moments.
14. Zimbabwe’s Raintree
Located in the Umwinsidale Valley, Raintree leaves you breathless. Embellished with lush forests, groomed lawns, and beautiful gardens, this stunning setting is ideal for all types of weddings. The Umwinsi River runs through the venue.
15. Seychelles’ Coco de Mer Hotel & Black Parrot Suites
Coco de Mer Hotel & Black Parrot Suites is the place to go if you want a beach wedding. With only one wedding scheduled a day, you are guaranteed exceptional service, privacy and a lifetime of memories.
16. Lusaka, Zambia’s Intercontinental Hotel
Like all Intercontinental hotels worldwide, the Lusaka gem maintains high standards of excellence and service. The team take care of everything and ensure that your day is as pleasant as possible. The ample dining space can accommodate a large number of guests.
17. Mauritius’ Le Touessrok Resort
The five-star Le Touessrok hotel is ideal for an elaborate beachside wedding. Treat your guests to a feast that combines traditional and western cuisine for a most memorable experience.
18. Nyali, Kenya’s Voyager Beach Resort
Overlooking the Indian Ocean, this sublime resort is a lovely three-and-a-half-star hotel located outside Mombasa’s city centre. This budget-friendly wedding venue features a verdant garden and beachside location for you to spend your special day.
19. Namibia’s Sossusvlei Lodge
You can now delight in your special day at Namibia’s Sossusvlei Lodge. You and your guests will be treated to a tasty bush meal while enjoying views of the red dunes and broad desert plains.
20. South Africa’s Sabi Sabi
This Private Game Reserve is ideal for a traditional bush wedding with an African bushveld backdrop. Whether it’s a classic indoor day wedding or a starlit night-time delight, this five-star luxury lodge and reserve customises weddings to couples’ preferences.
With such a large array of options to choose from, Africa is the ideal place to create memories that last a lifetime.
