Balloon Safaris
Float Silently Above the Savannah
Overview
There is nothing quite like a hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti. Lifting off at dawn, you'll rise with the sun and float gently over the plains. The silence is profound, broken only by the occasional blast of the burners. From this unique vantage point, you can see the scale of the migration, spot hippos in the pools below, and watch the shadow of the balloon drift across the landscape. The flight lasts about an hour and concludes with a traditional champagne bush breakfast.
Highlights
What to Expect
You'll be picked up from your lodge early in the morning and driven to the launch site. After a safety briefing, you'll board the basket. As you ascend, the sun rises, illuminating the vast plains. The flight is smooth and gentle. After landing, you'll celebrate with a champagne toast and a full English breakfast served in the middle of the bush.
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Key Information
Best Time to Go
Available year-round in the Serengeti, though flights are weather-dependent. The migration season (June-October for Northern/Western, January-March for Southern) offers spectacular views of the herds.
Locations
- • Serengeti National Park
- • Tarangire National Park
- • Ruaha National Park
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