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Activity Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Masai Mara National Reserve
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About this activity
HOT AIR BALLOON SAFARI, ESSENTIALS
ITINERARY:
Flights at dawn for stable air/cool temps.
05:00–05:30: Wake-up; 4WD transfer to launch.
06:00–06:15: Coffee; inflation; safety briefing.
06:15–07:30: ~1-hour flight; sunrise; wildlife from above.
07:30–09:00: Champagne bush breakfast.
09:00+: Game drive return.
BASKET:
12–16 passengers; 4 compartments (2–4 guests); pilot central. Couples kept
together. All stand at edge—360-degree views; pilot rotates for unobstructed
viewing.
KEY FACTORS:
Compartment by weight (no swapping).
Burner noise/heat affects all; hats help.
Sit/kneel launch/landing; stand during flight. Closed-toe shoes required.
INCLUSIONS:
Transfers; refreshments/toilets; boarding; 1-hour flight; binoculars; champagne;
breakfast; Wi-Fi; certificate; photos.
EXCLUSIONS:
Extra drinks, tips, vaccines, visas, personal costs.
LOCATIONS:
Masai Mara, Amboseli (Kenya), Serengeti (Tanzania)
PACK:
Warm layers; camera straps; secure hat; sunscreen/repellent before departure.
At a glance
- Duration
- one hour
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Your group only
- People per booking
- 1–15
- Guide
- German, English, Italian, French
- Operated by
- Top Africa Safaris
Ages: Children (7–16 years) · Adults (18–80 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Our breakfast is set up on the picturesque savannah plains of the Mara, typically under the shade of a single balanite tree. Sit down to a full bush breakfast in the Kenyan style, and, sparkling wine.
- Included: Private transportation: Wake up very early in the morning to be transferred to the balloon flight starting point in the heart on Masai Mara National Reserve
- Included: The balloon crew will assist as you climb into your balloon basket for take-off just before sunrise
- Included: Balloon Flight (approximate duration is one hour)
- Included: Reserve or Conservancy Landing Fees depending on where you are staying
Not included
- Not included: Gratuities for the service
- Not included: Personal expenses
Itinerary
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Masai Mara National Reserve
one hour Admission included
A hot air balloon flight in the African savannah offers a unique and serene aerial perspective of expansive wildlife
landscapes, especially at sunrise. It provides panoramic views of iconic wildlife herds such as wildebeest, elephants, giraffes, and big cats moving across the savannahs, rivers, and acacia woodlands. The experience is peaceful and quiet, allowing exceptional wildlife spotting and photography opportunities from above, making it a magical and unforgettable way to witness natures raw beauty. IWe also provide special occasions like honeymoons and celebrates milestones with a luxury touch often including a champagne breakfast in
the bush after the flight
Meeting point and pickup
The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.
Pickup points
- Olonana Lodge, An A&k Sanctuary
- Andbeyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp
- Kilima Camp Masai Mara
- Mpata Safari Club
- Andbeyond Bateleur Camp
- Mara Siria Tented Camp
You'll find your driver at the reception with a paper written our company's name
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
Good to know
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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