Honeymoon at Gwango

Jul 16, 2026

Not every couple imagines the same honeymoon. Some have dreamt about waking up to birds singing while sharing coffee on a private deck. Some see themselves enjoying long conversations by a pool or beside a campfire somewhere after a day spent exploring. Some really want to go on a wild, once in a lifetime safari, and others just simply want a quiet place to be alone together before returning home to the chaos.

While there are other amazing spots around Hwange and Bulawayo where newlyweds can honeymoon, Gwango just might be the ideal place for couples who want to experience more. The range of options available for couples looking to celebrate the beginning of married life clearly shows that Gwango truly does understand that there is no single way to experience a honeymoon. The different properties each create something just a little different. For example, you could wake up to elephants drinking at a waterhole while sharing that cup of coffee on a private deck, or from the long, beautiful, elevated walkways that wind through the teak forest at Gwango Elephant Lodge. You could have those long conversations while watching the sunset from The Canopy at Gwango Heritage Resort, or even better, from the observation tower in the middle of Hwange National Park. You might also find yourselves beside the campfire at Heritage, ending the day exactly as you imagined. If your idea of a honeymoon includes discovering a different side of Zimbabwe, then Gwango Tamarillo Estate is where you want to start off your honeymoon. You can spend your days tracking rhinos through the granite landscapes of Matobo National Park, exploring Bulawayo's history and returning each evening to peaceful gardens and a relaxed lodge atmosphere.

For couples looking for a classic safari honeymoon, Gwango Elephant Lodge is probably the closest thing to what many people imagine when they dream of Africa. Hidden within the teak forest on the edge of Hwange National Park, the lodge overlooks one of the area's busiest waterholes where elephants and other wildlife regularly gather throughout the day. The spacious Forest Chalets and secluded Tree Top Villas create a peaceful setting where it often feels as though the surrounding wilderness belongs only to you.

Days can be spent exploring Hwange National Park with experienced guides before returning to relaxed evenings, good food and the sounds of the bush drifting through the trees. It is easy to understand why many couples choose to begin married life somewhere that is so removed from the pace of everyday living.

For those that prefer something a little more varied, that is where Gwango Heritage Resort comes into its own. There is plenty of wildlife and safari adventure, but there is also a wonderful sense of activity around the estate itself. Guests can enjoy game drives, take a tour of BaNambya Cultural Exhibit, visit the Gobelo Farm, relax by the splash pool overlooking the elephant waterhole, or spend time wandering through the grounds together. Some couples enjoy filling every day with activities, while others are perfectly happy finding a comfortable spot to sit and watch the wildlife come and go.




Then there is Gwango Tamarillo Estate in Bulawayo, which creates a completely different honeymoon experience. Set within beautifully landscaped gardens, the estate has become an ideal base for couples wanting to explore Matobo National Park, one of Zimbabwe's most remarkable landscapes. Days here might include rhino tracking, exploring ancient rock art, visiting historic sites or discovering some of Bulawayo's attractions before returning to the comfort of the estate for a quiet evening beside the pool or dinner at Gobelo Amakhosi Restaurant.

Perhaps the nicest thing about a honeymoon at Gwango is that it never has to be limited to one destination. Many couples choose to combine two or even all three properties, experiencing the wildlife of Hwange, the history of Bulawayo and the landscapes of Matobo within a single journey. Each place just brings something different.

If you are planning your honeymoon and would like help putting together an itinerary across our properties, feel free to email the reservations team at reservations@gwango.com. They will be happy to help create a stay that suits exactly the kind of honeymoon you have in mind. If you would also like to get a good deal and stay on budget, feel free to check our Deals page.