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Experience the serene and beautiful feeling of floating above the Serengeti on a hot air balloon safari. This gentle morning flight offers breathtaking views of wildlife and scenery, with wonderful photo moments - perfect for families, friends, and groups.
At the launch site, guests are welcomed with coffee, tea, and biscuits before boarding, and clean washrooms are available.
As the balloon rises, guests enjoy a serene start. From above, it’s easy to spot wildlife such as elephants, giraffes, and more, with large herds visible during migration months. The morning light makes sightings clear, and onboard binoculars offer a closer look.
The flight gives a different perspective from a game drive and fits into any safari itinerary.
Flight Experience:
- Take-off is around 6:30 AM, depending on the weather.
- Enjoy serene views of the Serengeti.
- Good chances to see wildlife from above.
- Landings may be smooth or slightly bumpy.
- A small champagne celebration follows.
Bush Breakfast Experience:
- After landing, guests head to a prepared bush breakfast.
- A scenic outdoor setting with a full English breakfast cooked on-site.
- Fresh coffee, tea, juices, pastries, fruits, and local treats.
- Relaxed moments and great photo opportunities.
Locations:
Seronera, Kogatende, Kirawira, Ndutu, Lamai, Grumeti Singita, Warangi, and Tarangire.
Seronera Launch Site — The Beating Heart of the Serengeti
Seronera is the year-round hub of the Serengeti, a place where wildlife thrives long after the Great Migration has passed. Its sweeping plains and permanent water sources attract abundant resident herds and predators, offering incredible game-viewing opportunities in every season.
Our launch site, located near Mawe ya Swai, provides the perfect vantage point to witness this wild paradise from above. As the sun rises, guests drift over golden grasslands and winding rivers, spotting elephants, lions, and giraffes in their natural rhythm below, an experience that captures the true essence of Tanzania’s wilderness.
After landing, the adventure continues with a delightful bush breakfast at our base near the Research area, just 10 minutes from the airstrip. Here, guests celebrate their flight with champagne toasts, warm hospitality, and the magic of the Serengeti all around.
Operational all year round, the Seronera launch site is perfect for travellers seeking an unforgettable balloon safari that combines breathtaking views, unmatched tranquillity, and the spirit of adventure.
Soar above one of Tanzania’s most enchanting landscapes — Tarangire National Park, a sanctuary where nature paints its magic in golden hues and ancient silhouettes. Famous for its towering baobab trees, some over a century old, Tarangire offers a breathtaking aerial view like no other. From the sky, watch as these giants cast long morning shadows across the plains, creating a scene straight out of a dream.
As you drift peacefully above, you’ll witness majestic elephant herds moving gracefully below, and if luck is on your side, the elusive leopard basking on a branch or stealthily blending into the brush. The Tarangire River winds through the park, attracting countless species: giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and more all gathering at its life-giving waters.
Each flight begins before dawn, with the thrill of inflation lighting up the cool morning air, followed by the serenity of floating with the sunrise. After landing, guests are treated to a lavish bush breakfast under the open sky, a perfect ending to an unforgettable experience.
Tarangire Balloon Safari with Miracle Experience, where peace meets wilderness, and adventure takes flight.
Perched at the northern edge of the Serengeti, Kogatende offers one of nature’s most breathtaking spectacles: the dramatic Mara River crossing. From June to November, witness the final and most perilous stage of the Great Migration, as vast herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles surge across crocodile-filled waters in a powerful display of instinct, courage, and survival.
From above, this awe-inspiring scene unfolds like a living painting. The river winding through golden plains, wildlife gathering along its banks, and the thundering movement of thousands below. The crisp morning air, the balloon’s graceful ascent, and the unfolding drama of life and wilderness combine to create an unforgettable experience that words can scarcely capture.
Each flight at Kogatende concludes with a tranquil bush breakfast, allowing guests to reflect on the wonders they’ve just witnessed. The perfect finale to an extraordinary aerial adventure.
Kogatende Balloon Flight with Miracle Experience, where nature’s greatest migration meets the freedom of the skies.
Operational: June – November
From December to March, the southern plains of the Serengeti transform into a living nursery and Ndutu becomes the heart of new life. This is where the Great Migration pauses to welcome its newest generation, as thousands of wildebeests and zebras gather on the lush, mineral-rich short grass plains to give birth.
A balloon safari over Ndutu during this season offers a front-row seat to one of nature’s greatest miracles. From above, the landscape shimmers with life: newborn calves taking their first steps, predators quietly watching from a distance, and the golden morning light wrapping the scene in pure serenity.
The experience is more than a flight. It’s a moment suspended in time. Every gentle rise of the balloon reveals a new perspective on the cycle of life and the timeless beauty of the Serengeti ecosystem.
For travelers seeking a truly moving and unforgettable adventure, Ndutu is where the magic begins.
Operational: December to March
Hidden on the western corridor of the Serengeti, Grumeti Game Reserve is a sanctuary of untamed beauty and quiet exclusivity. Away from the more travelled safari routes, it offers guests an intimate experience of the wild where rolling plains, acacia-dotted woodlands, and shimmering rivers create a haven for both wildlife and wanderers alike.
From the sky, the Grumeti River winds like a silver ribbon through the landscape, drawing herds of elephants, giraffes, and antelopes to its banks. It’s also a vital crossing point during the Great Migration, where wildebeests and zebras make their daring passage, often shadowed by predators waiting in still silence.
Each flight here captures the rhythm of life in perfect balance: peaceful, powerful, and profoundly moving. Whether it’s the golden light of dawn reflecting on the plains or the quiet hum of the balloon drifting above the wilderness, Grumeti is a story of nature at its most graceful.
Grumeti Game Reserve (Serengeti) with Miracle Experience, where serenity meets spectacle in the heart of Tanzania.
Operational: All year round
If you visit Kirawira during June, you will witness the congregation of wildebeest around the Grumeti River, which is a sight to behold.
Operational: June to October
