All-time Favorite Outdoorsy Honeymoon Destinations
So you’ve got that newly blinged finger and your wedding glow still hasn’t left you. What’s next? Your honeymoon, of course! Getting married is memorable enough as it is for you and your partner, but a honeymoon just takes it up to a whole new level.
To make it a trip to remember, where you’re going should be of interest to the two of you. If your idea of an unforgettable honeymoon is simply sipping cocktails by the beach, soaking in the sun, and just having a mellow and relaxing time—that’s great! But if both of you love adrenaline coursing through your veins, then seeking out destinations that bring out the adventurers in you is definitely worth the shot.
From off-the-beaten-path beauties to destinations closer to home, seek romance and thrills at the destinations listed below!
Alaska
America’s last frontier is one of the best honeymoon destinations for you and your partner to experience the ultimate outdoor excursion. Alaska is considered as the country’s wildest state—and for good reason. It boasts a seemingly endless span of forests, mountains, and rivers that you and your spouse can explore.
Ignite your senses as you spot the world’s largest grizzly bears. Up the romance by falling asleep under the northern lights. If you’re an adventurous couple when it comes to food, why not try local glacier-stream-fed oysters?
For adrenaline-seekers, get your hiking boots ready and hike one of Alaska’s jaw-dropping trails like the Horseshoe Lake Trail or the Harding Icefield Trail. But if you really want your pulse to pound faster for more than a day or so, try heli-skiing, dog sledding, or whitewater rafting.
Cappadocia, Turkey
What could be better than watching the Cappadocia sunrise with your lovely partner days after your amazing and picture-perfect wedding? You can even spend the night in a cave at Yunak Evleri—a unique, luxurious, and once-in-a-lifetime experience where you can learn more about a fantastical place’s rich history in rooms that date back to the 5th century.
Of course, you can do some exploring by taking a horseback ride through the ancient national park’s desert. Strewn with fairy chimneys and natural rock formations, everything at Cappadocia is a sight to behold. If horseback riding isn’t your thing, you can always take a hot air balloon tour and see Cappadocia’s monumental valleys and rock-cut churches from above or tour its valleys and sprawling volcanic landscapes with an ATV or a Quad Safari.
Kauai, Hawaii
Maui has its romantic luxury resorts and restaurants, but it’s Kauai that has retained Hawaii’s wild sense of adventure. Brimming with pristine beaches, flourishing rainforests, emerald valleys, jagged cliffs, and gushing waterfalls, the Garden Isle’s natural beauty makes it an amazing destination for thrill-seeking couples.
If you both love aquatic activities such as scuba diving, surfing, and kiteboarding this is your place to be. Kauai is famous for its epic swells, clear waters, and coral reefs. You can also kayak through its dramatic sea caves.
We doubt you’ll ever get bored with the many adventures you can take on Kauai’s seas, but if they do tire you out, you can instead hike its many jaw-dropping trails or take a scenic drive.
Golden Triangle, Thailand
One of Thailand’s most remote regions, the glorious Golden Triangle possesses verdant hills, winding river valleys, and lush forests that will spark a sense of adventure to anyone who will see it with their very own eyes. Jungle adventures here are unlike anything you’ve ever seen with up-close elephant encounters and foraging walks.
You can also cruise down the Mekong River and get a glimpse of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar. If you’re a couple who bikes, you can take a hillside bicycle tour and see the beauty of Chiang Rai’s rural landscape.
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Sunny New Mexico ranks as one of the best honeymoon destinations for couples who love immersing themselves in the beauty of nature. Historic and inspiring, Santa Fe is rich with romantic activities such as exploring the art and the culture that The Land of Enchantment is known for.
But, with its stunning landscapes and historic trails, the best way to experience Santa Fe is through an adventure or two. Hike, bike, or even ride a horse on any of its many mountains, mesas, and trails, all tailored for adventure.
Love fishing? Santa Fe has a variety of established fishing areas where you can enjoy this great outdoor activity while taking in the remarkable scenery around you.
Mauritius
Often hailed as one of the most idyllic honeymoon destinations, this Caribbean destination isn’t just stunning in every way possible, it’s also a great place for thrill-seekers like you and your partner.
Take your need for speed to new heights at the Domaine de l’Etoile. It has a 3.5 km zipline where you can see the island and its verdant forests, sparkling rivers, and gorgeous valleys from another point of view.
You should also consider a diving excursion because Mauritius has astonishing coral reefs and technicolor fish.
Adventure is out there and when both you and your partner love the thrill of the outdoors, an exciting and adrenaline-pumping honeymoon destination is the right choice for you. Make your honeymoon just as remarkable and memorable as your wedding because you both deserve it.
Written by: Sophia Young (Sophia Young Content Studio)