Honeymoon Safari Excursions in Australia
By Elle N. Dee

Have you considered going on a safari for your honeymoon? When you think of a safari, you may think of Africa, but safaris are also available in Australia. You can customize your options to give you the best of both worlds. A few days in the bush, and a four or five star hotel to finish off your honeymoon vacation to relax after your adventures in the wild. If you are an avid nature lover, you will enjoy these outdoor excursions and guided safaris through the wilderness of Australia.

Bush 'n' Beyond Safaris invites you to join them on their 3-Day Bush Adventure to the Great Dividing Range. It is a 3-hour drive west of Byron Bay. You will have the opportunity to enjoy the wilderness through activities such as Bush Walking, Gold Panning, and Wildlife Spotting. You will get to experience real bush camping with a full-equipped 4-wheel drive (4WD) vehicle.

The 3-Day Bush Adventure is the ultimate bush adventure, where you can experience the Australian wilderness for your honeymoon vacation. The safari takes you from Byron Bay due west, up on the top of the Great Dividing Range. You will have the opportunity to witness spectacular views, and plenty of wildlife while learning about the region. You can try your hands as gold miners and push the 4WD Land Rover to its limits. You can enjoy real bush camping in a natural eucalyptus forest. You will sleep in swags under the stars or in a tent, and still enjoy a hot shower, bush style. Your tucker will cook on an open fire and will offer you and your loved one a taste of Australia with the chance to try Kangaroo, croc, and emu.

Gone Walkabout Safaris are environmental friendly, nature-based, providing active adventures, with a total commitment to the planet. They specialize in small to medium sized groups covering Sydney, Port Stephens, Hunter Valley, Newcastle, Myall Lakes and Kosciuszko National Park.

The tour programs include wildlife and whale watching, winery visits, 4-wheel driving, learning to surf, kayaking, sand boarding, snorkeling and snow tours. You can choose from one to 3-day honeymoon camping trips. Safaris start on a daily basis.

2-day Safari Wildlife, Whales and More has an all-inclusive package you might consider for your honeymoon safari. It starts from Sydney to Port Stephens, and on into Hunter Valley. Highlights include a 3-½ hour ocean-going whale watching cruise. You'll also visit a wildlife park where you can pet a koala and hand feed a kangaroo. You will visit the Hunter Valley where you will sample wine, chocolate and cheese. This package also includes accommodations and meals.

Bush 'n' Beach Summer Eco-Safari is a one-day excursion departing Port Stephens and Newcastle. Activities planned for the day include 4 wheel driving, surf lessons, sand boarding, wildlife, dolphins, and rainforest walks. You will have the opportunity to see remote beaches, the rainforest, massive sand dunes, offshore islands, and tranquil lakes.

The Frontier Photographic Safaris offer luxury 4WD adventures to many of Sydney's outlying locations. The knowledgeable drivers are trained guides with expert knowledge about Australia's plants and wildlife. Since the groups are limited to no more than 13 guests at one time, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a unique tour with a personal touch, making it perfect for honeymooners.

The 4WD tours are all-inclusive and are specifically for those guests who wish to experience Australia, and have an enjoyable time and take home great memories. The outfit has a reputation for providing outstanding tours and customer service. Most of their business is referred through word of mouth from satisfied customers.

The Blue Mountain Discovery Tour will give you the chance to experience the variety of Australian wildlife and plants along with historic and famous rock formations, giving you and your loved ones many photographic opportunities throughout the day. The driver will pick you up and return you to your hotel; each day begins with a visit to the Australian Featherdale Wildlife Park. Additional highlights include off-roading and lunching at the Mt. Tomah Botanical Gardens with a complimentary glass of wine. In addition, you will enjoy spectacular photographic lookouts, and the Three Sister Rock Formation, the Scenic Skyway, afternoon tea or coffee at Glenbrook National Park surrounded by Australia's wildlife. Meals and admissions are included in this package; the cost of the Scenic Railway is not included.

These Australian honeymoon packages provide multiple options; you and your loved one can enjoy a luxury hotel at night and go experience the primitive outback of Australia by day. Your safari honeymoon in Australia can blend pampered luxury with the exotic adventure, and you'll leave with the photographs and memories of a lifetime!