Top 10 Most Romantic Cities in Africa

What is more romantic than a stroll down a perfectly white beach with not a soul in sight and the waves crashing at your feet? Africans have a deep affinity for a love story. Photo: KnowInsiders

Valentine’s Day may have come and gone but the romance does not end with a single day.

If you are looking for romantic getaway ideas to spice things in your relationship, The Guardian Life has you covered with these cool and romantic spots!

The best part is that these destinations are all within Africa so they are both affordable and guaranteed to give you memories to last a lifetime.

Top 10 most romantic cities in Africa

1. Kirstenbosch Garden – Cape Town

2. Morocco

3. Mozambique

4. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

5. Obudu, Calabar, Nigeria

6. Zanzibar- Tanzania

7. Nosey Be- Madagascar

8. Okavango Delta- Botswana

9. Maloti-Drakensberg Mountains – Lesotho and South Africa

10. Kakum National Park – Ghana

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What are the 10 most romantic cities in Africa?

1. Kirstenbosch Garden, Cape Town

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Known as one of Africa’s most beautiful gardens, the Kirstenbosch Garden, which has the Table Mountains overlooking it, is an ideal spot to declare your love and wish to spend the rest of your life with your loved one. The garden was established in 1913 to promote, conserve and display the extraordinarily rich and diverse flora of southern Africa and was the first botanical garden in the world to be devoted to a country’s indigenous flora. It has a variety of plant life, including fynbos and cycads.

It lies in the heart of the Cape Floristic Region, also known as the Cape Floral Kingdom, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2004, thus making it one of the best romantic destinations in Africa. Kirstenbosch is open to visitors every day.

2. Morocco

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Enjoy the beautiful sand dunes of the Sahara Desert while on camelback on a desert tour in Morocco. You and your partner will get to explore Berber nomadic life while experiencing the beauty of the largest hot desert and the third-largest desert in the world after Antarctica and the Arctic.

Take a customized desert tour of the valleys of the Sahara Desert, namely Draa Valley, Ziz Valley and Dades Valley, or travel from Marrakech to Fes or to the Zagora dunes; Merzouga or Erg Chebbi is a must. Trips vary from two to four days.

3. Mozambique

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A country in Southeastern Africa, Mozambique is a paradise and one of the top honeymoon destinations in Africa. Adorned by the palm-fringed beaches and the coral colonies, Mozambique offers you an enthralling nightlife and a vibrant culture to embrace.

The turquoise waters of the beaches in this remote archipelago offer some exciting water adventures you can try for your honeymoon. You can either spend your evening strolling on the white beaches or discover the ruins of the colonial era.

4. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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Addis Ababa is a romantic getaway spot to consider for you and your lover. Situated in the magnificent Ethiopian Highlands, it is a pleasant and perfect atmosphere for love.

Rich in culture, the ancient city of Addis Ababa has more to offer than meets the eye. You and your partner can take time out for African safaris at Omo Valley and discover ancient tribes and animals. The best part is that Addis Ababa is one of the most affordable cities to visit in Africa so you don’t have to rob the bank to have this worthwhile experience.

5. Obudu, Calabar, Nigeria

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The Obudu hills are situated in the coastal southeastern Nigeria of Calabar. The beautiful city, and its stretching hills, give you something to feast your eyes upon as well as explore.

You can enjoy the perfect love experience with a weekend trip to Calabar and enjoy one of the top wonders of Nigeria!

6. Zanzibar- Tanzania

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The turquoise waters and ancient architecture have made Zanzibar one of the best destinations for honeymooners. Apart from strolling around those white beach islands, plan a city tour with your spouse for some unusual and exciting experience at one of your best honeymoon destinations in Africa.

The isolated and untouched islands nestled along the vast coastline where you can escape to serenity and embrace the captivating beauty of marine life. There are islands where you can enjoy a night beach party or choose to add on the thrill with some water adventures.

7. Nosey Be- Madagascar

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While Madagascar is a fairyland that came alive as one of the top honeymoon places in Africa, you can find your ideal romantic spot in this fascinating country. The Nosey Be is not just the most beautiful attraction island, but one of the best honeymoon places in the world.

The nature reserves and the white sandy beaches here have listed the most rejoicing and enthralling activities you can try to add more spark to your love life.

8. Okavango Delta- Botswana

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Imagine being in a dreamy land, surrounded by the swampy delta, the greenery and an exotic wilderness! Well, Okavango Deltas in Botswana may sound unusual but can be a perfect pick among the top honeymoon destinations in Africa.

The serenity and calmness with the most luxury lodges offer an ideal escape to enjoy a romantic holiday. You might not get much to do, but the beauty of Okavango is too enthralling to admire the lush wilderness and embrace the solitude.

9. Maloti-Drakensberg Mountains – Lesotho and South Africa

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If you and your partner enjoy the beauty of mountains, the Big 5 and the warm South African weather, then a visit to the Maloti-Drakensberg Transfrontier Park, which straddles the border between South Africa and Lesotho, is a must.

Attractions at the park include the majestic Maloti-Drakensberg Mountains and animal populations, including blesbok, oribi, duiker and leopard. You can hike while exploring important paleontological sites, as well as sites of late Iron Age settlements that define Basotho origins.

10. Kakum National Park – Ghana

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If you and your partner are nature lovers, then a romantic tour through Kakum National Park in Ghana is an ideal proposal location. The national park is a dense tropical rain forest in southern Ghana, which is home to more than 40 species of larger mammals, including forest elephants, forest buffalo, Mona-meerkats and civets. It’s also a bird watcher’s paradise, as it is home to more than 250 species. The highlight of the park is a stroll on the Canopy Walkway. Built 30 meters (98 feet) above ground and crossing several bridges, the walkway measures approximately 1,150 feet in length and connects seven tree tops, providing access to the forest.

You get a unique view of the forest on the walk with the assistance of trained guides. The park also has a campsite, should you want to stay overnight.

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