Balloon Safari
Float silently above the Serengeti plains at sunrise — watching herds of wildebeest and elephant pass below while the African dawn paints the sky in shades of gold and crimson.
Africa from Above
A hot air balloon safari is one of the most magical and unforgettable experiences in all of Africa. You take off in the pre-dawn darkness as the first hints of sunrise appear on the eastern horizon, drifting silently above the Serengeti plains with nothing but the sound of the occasional burner and the calls of the waking bush below.
From your bird's-eye vantage point, you see the landscape as lions and eagles do — vast herds of wildebeest flowing across the golden grass, elephant families marching along ancient paths, and the intricate web of rivers and kopjes that defines this iconic ecosystem.
After the ~1-hour flight, land wherever the wind takes you for a champagne bush breakfast served on white linen under acacia trees — followed by a game drive back to camp.
What's Included
- Pre-dawn pickup from your camp or lodge
- ~60 minute balloon flight over the Serengeti
- Champagne & full bush breakfast on landing
- TCAA flight certificate
- Game drive back to accommodation
What You Need to Know
Availability
Year-round in Serengeti. Seasonal in Tarangire (Jun–Oct).
Requirements
Max weight 100kg/220lbs per person. Min age 7 years.
Weather Dependent
Flights can be cancelled due to wind or cloud. Full refund or reschedule offered.
Pickup Time
~5:00–5:30am from camp. Return by 10:00–11:00am.
Add a Balloon to Your Safari
Balloon flights must be booked in advance — spaces are limited to 12 passengers per basket. Reserve yours today.
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