Masai Mara Hot Air Balloon Safari
Overview
Experience the ultimate perspective as you rise above the earth on a hot air balloon safari. The ground rapidly recedes as you gain altitude, revealing grander vistas of the Masai Mara rolling hills. From the gondola, you can witness the great trains of wildebeests stretching to the horizon and families of elephants strolling to watering holes. The landscape and wildlife appear endless as you travel with the wind on this unforgettable sky-sailing safari managed by Collective African Tours & Safaris.
Your adventure begins before dawn. You'll be picked up from your lodge or camp and driven to the launch site, where the massive balloons are being inflated with bursts of flame. As the sun starts to peek over the horizon, you'll climb into the basket and gently lift off.
The silence of the early morning is broken only by the occasional roar of the burners. Below you, the Mara comes alive. You'll glide over the winding Mara River, spot hippos in the water, and see predators returning from their night hunt. The vastness of the savannah is truly breathtaking from this vantage point.
After about an hour in the air, your pilot will find a safe landing spot. But the experience doesn't end there. A traditional champagne bush breakfast awaits you, set up in the middle of the wilderness. Sip on chilled bubbly and enjoy a full English breakfast as you recount the morning's sightings with your fellow adventurers.
In High Definition
What to Expect
- Early morning pick-up (around 5:00 AM)
- Safety briefing from your expert pilot
- Approximately one hour of flight time
- Commemorative flight certificate
- Return transfers to your lodge
Essential Carry
- A warm jacket or fleece for the early start
- Binoculars for wildlife spotting
- A camera with plenty of storage
- Sunglasses and a hat
- Comfortable closed-toe shoes
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