10+ Amazing Destinations That You Can Honeymoon At That Have Visa On Arrival!
BY Apoorva | 30 Aug, 2019 | 6002 views | 5 min read
Remember when we told you that Srilanka now had free visa-on-arrival for Indian passport holders? We thought why not give you an amazing list of places that has visa on arrival for Indians, so that when you are booking your honeymoon, you will have one less thing to worry about! What’s more, most of these honeymoon destinations are close to India so you don’t need to worry about travel time too!
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Seychelles
It’s like a poetry written on the great Indian oceans. An archipelago of 115 islands, it t is easily one of the most soothing destinations for a honeymoon. The best part? A visa on arrival for Indian passport holders for upto 3 months of stay!
Best Time to Visit - April to May and October to November
Cambodia
Loved the Lara Croft-Tomb Raider movie? You can now explore it on your honeymoon! You can also discover your spiritual self with your partner at the Angkor Wat and Bayon. You can obtain your e-visa online and enter the country on your Indian passport without any issues!
Best Time to Visit - November to May
Bhutan
The Land of the Thunder Dragon awaits! Its proximity to India is why a lot of people tend to miss out on honeymooning in Bhutan but it’s that very proximity is what makes it a clever choice. The flights are cheaper, you save on time and you get to experience a land with a rich and fascinating culture. The best part? You don’t need a visa to enter Bhutan. An Indian passport is sufficient!
Best Time to Visit - October to December
Togo
While the visa on arrival is just for a stay of 7 days or less, the destination is stunning! Lome, the capital of Togo has some fantastic beaches and is home to amazing markets such as the Marche aux Fetiches and the Grand Marche. You can also explore the Keran National Park in Kara and the Koutammakou Village (a UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Best Time to Visit - November to February
Jordan
This middle-eastern beauty will take you by surprise. Float in the dead sea with your partner and capture a memory of a lifetime! You can even check out Mount Nebo, the place where Moses was given a view of the Promised Land and the historical Citadel of Amman. You can get a visa on arrival upto 2 weeks, so plan your trip accordingly
Best Time to Visit - March to May
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Maldives
A plethora of 80 islands at your disposal! Pick any one of them and you will be guaranteed a honeymoon of a lifetime. We would recommend a private villa if you are looking to make the splurge. They offer a visa-on-arrival for upto 30 days of stay for Indians.
Best Time To Visit – November to April
Vanuatu
If you want to go some place that is less touristy, take a trip to Vanuata! It’s a lesser known archipelago consisting of about 83 islands in the Pacific Ocean. They offer a visa on arrival for upto 30 days. Don’t miss on visiting Yasur, an active volcano there!
Best Time to Visit - April to October
Madagascar
Not only do they offer visa on arrival, but its free! Madagascar is rich in flora and fauna so if you love the outdoors, this is a perfect place for you and your partner to honeymoon at. Take a trip down to Tsingy de Bemaraha Reserve- a limestone plateau that has been standing for ages along with the Isalo and Amber Mountain National Parks.
Best Time to Visit - April to June and September to December
Trinidad and Tobago
Want to party non-stop on your honeymoon? This Caribbean beauty is the place to be. A visa on arrival for 90 days should allow you to explore these gorgeous locations thoroughly. Don’t miss visiting the historical Fort King George (Scarborough), Tobago Forest Reserve and the Emperor Valley Zoo, between all that partying.
Best Time to Visit - December to April
Comoros
Want something that is offbeat and not known to all? Visit Comoros! Comoros is basically a string of volcanic Islands in the Indian Ocean, around the coast of East Africa. It is a part of the Carribean and you can snorkel dive, hike, fish to your heart’s content. They have water walks to hot springs and turtle walks too! You can get a visa on arrival upto 45 days here.
Best Time to Visit - May to November
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Fiji
With the Denarau and Mamanuca Islands, the Kula Eco Park, the Sabeto Hot Springs, Mount Tomanivi and the Sigatoka Sand Dunes there is no reason why you should not visit Fiji. While the travel time is a bit longer than others, it’s worth traveling to. Plus they grant you a visa on arrival for 4 months!
Best Time to Visit - October to November
Do note that while all these locations have visa-on-arrival, there is certain paper work and documents needed for travelling to these locations. Please check for all required documentations and fees while planning your honeymoon!