Have you always dreamed of flying over a national park while in a hot air balloon? Then this activity is for you!
Where and how the balloon flight takes place
This activity, a hot air balloon flight, will make your trip to Tanzania even more incredible. This is a really special activity to do on your safari.
The hot air balloon flight can be done from different parks: the Tarangire National park, the Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (Ndutu).
Depending on the time of the year you are travelling to Tanzania and on your itinerary, we will be able to advise you on the best location for your flight. For example:
January and February: Ndutu
End of July to September: Northern Serengeti (Kogatende)
All year round: Central Serengeti
All year round : Tarangire Park
The balloon flight takes place at sunrise. You will be expected around 6am at the take-off location. This place will be known only the day before depending on the weather conditions. When you leave your accommodation, it will still be dark and often this is a good opportunity to see some animals on the way.
Once at the take-off site, you will assist in the inflation of the balloon, and will have a coffee or tea to warm you up. The pilot will take advantage of this moment to give you a briefing on safety during the flight, and will show you the different positions to maintain during the takeoff and landing.
Once the balloon is inflated and the team is ready, then it’s time to take off! The views you’ll have of the park with the sunrise in the background are simply stunning. As the balloon is guided by the wind, it is not possible to predict in advance where you will fly. So let nature take over and enjoy the view. Let yourself be carried away by the sounds of the animals below, by the magnificent views of the vast plains and don’t forget to take some nice pictures!
Each balloon flight is different which makes this activity a unique experience!
The flight lasts between 45 minutes and 1 hour, depending on the weather conditions. After landing, you will celebrate your flight with a glass of champagne. Afterwards, you will be driven to the breakfast location.
Once you have recovered from your flight and enjoyed a good breakfast, your guide will then pick you up to continue your day of safari.
This is a unique experience that you will remember for the rest of your life. It is perhaps one of the most beautiful places in the world to take a balloon ride.
For more information about this activity and its price, send us an email and we will be happy to help you.
