Hot-air balloon safari over the Serengeti
Float over the plains at sunrise, then land for a champagne bush breakfast.
Experience it your way.
You are collected from camp before dawn and driven to the launch site while the burners light up the balloons. As the sun rises you drift silently over the Serengeti for about an hour, watching herds, rivers and kopjes from above — often with lions, elephants or the migration below.
After landing, a full bush breakfast is served under the acacias, and you continue with a game drive back to camp. Flights launch from the central Serengeti (Seronera) all year, and from the south or north in migration season.
What to look forward to
- About one hour in the air at sunrise
- Champagne bush breakfast after landing
- Flight certificate
- Game drive back to camp
Safari ideas to pair with this experience
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A few things you might be wondering
Is there an age or weight limit?
Children must usually be at least 7 years old. Some operators have weight limits or require a balance check — tell us when booking.
Can a flight be cancelled?
Yes, flights depend on the wind. If the pilot cancels for weather, the flight is refunded or moved to the next morning where possible.
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- Planned around your dates and interests
- Midrange or luxury, at your pace
- A personal conversation with our local team