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The Top Ten Most Adventurous Honeymoons in Africa!

Your honeymoon is one of the most important holidays you will ever have. While tropical island beaches still feature amongst the top honeymoon destinations, newlyweds are increasingly seeking to visit locations that allow them to combine ‘ultimate relaxation' with ‘ultimate adventure'.

Travel providers are aware that couples may already have undertaken significant travel before getting married and are developing tailored packages to create a ‘once in a lifetime' experience that will generate lasting memories.

Safari holidays in Africa offer the perfect alternative, combining relaxation and adventure.

Breathtaking scenery provides the perfect backdrop for romantic moments; sumptuous accommodation aims to cater for your every need; while adrenalin rushes are never far away should you wish to explore the natural beauty of the animal kingdom in close proximity.

African Travel Specialists Mahlatini (www.mahltini.com) has compiled a Top Ten list of the some of the most adventurous activities you can incorporate into a honeymoon in Africa.

1. Gorilla Tracking in Uganda or Rwanda - This is the ultimate in adventure and involves a day of tracking the endangered mountain gorillas of Uganda or Rwanda.
2. Swimming in Devil's Pool off the Victoria Falls - A small lagoon enclosed by rocks where, in the dry season, you can swim and climb up on the lip to look down at the crashing waters below!
3. A Hot Air Balloon Safari in Kenya or Tanzania - When people think of Africa this is one of the quintessential images - balloons floating over the vast plains of the Masai Mara and Serengeti.
4. Shark Cage Diving in South Africa - This extremely popular activity, which takes place off the Cape coast, allows you to get within touching distance of Great White Sharks!
5. A Walking Safari in Zambia - While safari in a game drive vehicle is exciting enough, for those who wish to get really close to the wildlife of Africa we recommend you try a walking safari. This can be done across Africa but is highly recommended in Zambia.
6. A Mokoro Trail in Botswana - These traditional dugout canoes have been used for centuries by the local fishermen. Enjoy three days gliding through the crystal clear waters of the Okavango Delta in search of wildlife and spend your evenings camping on the islands.
7. Climbing Kilimanjaro in Tanzania - For the really adventurous you may wish to climb Africa's highest mountain. It will take you up to 8 days but image the sense of achievement of reaching the summit!
8. Surfing Sand Dunes in Namibia - The Namib Desert houses some of the largest sand dunes on the planet. There is no better way to experience these wonders than to zoom down them head first on a sand board.
9. Diving with Whale Sharks in Mozambique - The unspoilt coral reefs and crystal clear waters of Mozambique are just waiting to be explored in the hope of finding these gentle giants and a host of other marine species including manta rays.
10. White Water Rafting down the Zambezi River in Zimbabwe - Acclaimed as the wildest one-day whitewater run in the World, the Zambezi River is also recognized by rafting and kayaking enthusiasts as one of the top ten paddling rivers on the planet!