- +254 722 510 431 | +254 733 556 555
- info@safarisandbeyond.com
- Gigiri Drive, Off UN Avenue, Kenya
- +254 722 510 431 | +254 733 556 555
- info@safarisandbeyond.com
- Gigiri Drive, Off UN Avenue, Kenya
As the first light of dawn brushes the horizon, you’re gently roused with steaming coffee in hand and the crisp scent of morning in the air. Wrapped in a blanket of anticipation, you journey through the sleeping wilderness to the balloon launch site, where giant canopies slowly awaken—billowing and rising like mythical creatures summoned by fire and air.
Take-off is a thrilling flurry of sound and movement, heightening the sense of adventure before giving way to a breathtaking stillness. As the balloon ascends gracefully into the early light, the silence is broken only by the rhythmic pulse of the flame and the occasional whisper of wind—along with hushed gasps of awe from your fellow travelers.
High above the plains, the world unfolds beneath you in golden tones. The land, quiet and untouched in the peace of dawn, begins to stir as wildlife moves across the awakening savannah. This is nature’s theatre at its most magical—and from your vantage point in the sky, you’re granted an unparalleled view of the Great Wildebeest Migration, with the freedom to drift low above vast herds without disturbing the moment.
As your balloon gently returns to earth, a final delight awaits: a champagne brunch in the wild, laid out beneath the wide African sky. It’s an enchanting ending to a dreamlike safari morning—one that lingers in memory long after the journey ends.
When it comes to balloon safari destinations, we recommend making the most of the bird’s eye view by booking your trip in one of Africa’s original and most iconic safari destinations.
Hot air ballooning takes place at sunrise, which means a pre-dawn wake up with steaming coffee and a chilly drive to the launch. The sense of excitement ripples through you as the great balloons slowly fill with hot air, rising up ponderously above their tethered baskets. Take-off is a noisy, bumpy affair, which adds to the thrill and enhances the sudden serenity when you reach cruising altitude. The noise of the heating flame punctuates the quiet along with the soft whistle of air currents and occasional ‘ooohs’ from your fellow adventurers. Wrap up warmly – it’s cold up there!
While both destinations offer breathtaking landscapes, our hearts belong to the Kenya Fly-In Masai Mara Balloon Safari—a 4-day journey that elevates the classic safari into something truly unforgettable.
This enchanting adventure weaves together the thrill of game drives across golden savannahs, intimate guided nature walks alongside proud Maasai warriors, and the ultimate highlight: a sunrise hot air balloon flight over the Mara’s untamed beauty. Suspended between earth and sky, you’ll witness the world awaken beneath you, with herds of wildebeest and zebra moving in rhythm with the land.
Timed perfectly between July and November, this safari is a dream for those yearning to experience the magic of the Great Wildebeest Migration from both ground level and the heavens above. It’s not just a holiday—it’s a soul-stirring dance with nature at its most spectacular.
