Honeymoon Ideas for the Adventurous Couple
Are you dreaming of an adventure-filled honeymoon? Every couple is unique, and so are their honeymoon ideas. While some may enjoy lounging by the pool, others seek excitement and exploration. If you crave adventure and find relaxation too tame, you’re in the right place. Exploring a new destination together can be one of the most romantic experiences. For those looking to venture off the beaten path, we’ve curated some incredible honeymoon ideas. Whether you seek thrills or serene beauty, these destinations offer the perfect blend of both. Keep reading to find the adventure honeymoon destination that matches your style!
An Adventure In Africa
Few places match the thrill of a honeymoon safari in Africa. Whether exploring Kenya or Tanzania, the continent offers unforgettable experiences. Botswana, where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visited before their wedding, is another incredible option. Combine safaris with winery tours and cultural experiences in South Africa for a well-rounded adventure. Africa’s stunning landscapes and wildlife create the perfect setting for a honeymoon that’s anything but ordinary.
An Adventure In Indonesia
Elizabeth Gilbert found love in Bali in Eat. Pray. Love., and it is the perfect destination to combine romance, magic, and adventure. Bali has an off-the-beaten-path feel to it, combining breathtaking mountain scenery with beautiful beaches and warm, friendly people. The culture, stunning resorts, and exciting exploration will make anyone who has a sense of adventure fall in love with Bali as an adventure honeymoon destination.
What are some of the most adventurous things to do in Bali? You can bike around the rice fields, visit a butterfly park, explore Balinese temples, learn how to surf, take a sunrise Mount Agung Hiking Tour, explore the lakeside village of Trunyan, go whitewater rafting, take a volcano hike, walk through the Ubud Monkey Forest, explore a coffee farm, and so much more.
An Adventure In Thailand
No matter where you roam in Thailand, get set for adventure. Bangkok is the gateway to all things Thailand or a perfect setting for a city-based adventure. There’s so much to see and do in Bangkok, but a few quick recommendations include riding the Sky Train, visiting Wat Pho to see The Reclining Buddha, taking a boat trip along the Chao Phraya River, skydiving, and more.
From Bangkok you can also make your way to Chiang Mai, the Rose of the North, where seeing beautiful temples and stunning waterfalls are all in a day’s exploration or Chiang Rai, known as the “Golden Triangle,” which sits at the intersection of Cambodia and Myanmar and features lush hills, valleys, river paths, and stunning temples. You’ll find your adventures here can involve hiking, visits to an elephant sanctuary, amazing local eats, and meditation.
An Adventure In Turkey
While all of Turkey is, no doubt, an adventure, we love Cappadocia, the “Land of Fairy Chimneys.” Adventures abound here and you can choose from ATV Tours, horseback riding in the beautiful valleys, wine tastings and valley hikes, hot air balloon rides, quad safaris, Jeep safaris, whirling dervish performances, and fishing excursions. The landscape is like no place else on earth and you’ll remember this adventure honeymoon for the rest of your lives.
An Adventure In Costa Rica
If you truly want to get away from it all, Costa Rica is an undiscovered paradise. Here you can discover waterfalls, tropical rain forests, go zip lining, hiking in a cloud forest, take a tour in the shadow of the Arenal Volcano, have fun river tubing, and go on canyon adventures. Plus Costa Rica has amazing beaches and resorts for those days when you might not want to venture far at all.
An Adventure In The Maldives
These chic islands dotting the Indian Ocean feature overwater beach bungalows in an idyllic seaside paradise. Get in on the action and go snorkeling, surfing, adventure diving, go on a sunset dolphin tour, embark on a Sandbank tour, go fishing, island hopping, or explore inward with yoga. The Maldives are the perfect spot to combine a relaxing beach vacation with adventure.
An Adventure In Morocco
Step back in time with a visit to Marrakech – the sights and sounds are unlike anything you have ever seen. From shopping the souks to day trips to the Atlas Mountains, camel trekking, glamping in the desert, excursions out into the Sahara Desert, and excursions to Fes, this is no ordinary honeymoon destination.
While we have curated this quick list of honeymoon adventures, remember that anywhere you choose to roam with your new spouse will be an adventure. Even in the big cities or secluded islands you can always find something new to do, an undiscovered spot to explore, or an activity to get your pulse racing.
