Tour Overview
A sunrise hot air balloon flight is one of the most memorable ways to see the Masai Mara. You're collected from your camp before dawn, watch the balloon inflate as the sky lightens, then drift silently over the plains for about an hour, looking down on herds of wildebeest, zebra, elephant and - from July to October - the migration and the Mara River. After landing, enjoy a champagne bush breakfast before a game drive back to camp. The flight is booked as an add-on to any of our Masai Mara safaris.
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Safari Highlights
Sunrise flight over the Masai Mara plains
Champagne bush breakfast after landing
Bird's-eye view of the migration (July - October)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
D1
Sunrise balloon flight & bush breakfast
Your Mara camp → launch site → flight (approx. 1 hr) → bush breakfast → camp
Early pick-up from your camp (around 5am) and transfer to the launch site. Watch the balloon being inflated, then lift off at sunrise for a flight of roughly an hour over the plains. After landing, enjoy a champagne bush breakfast, receive your flight certificate, and return to camp on a game drive.
What's Included
- Approx. 1 hour balloon flight with a licensed pilot
- Champagne bush breakfast
- Transfers between your camp and the launch site
- Flight certificate
What's Excluded
- Park entrance fees (covered by your main safari)
- Tips
- Items of a personal nature
Accommodation & Safari Vehicle
Accommodation: None (add-on to a Masai Mara safari)
Vehicle: Pick-up and return from your Masai Mara camp or lodge
Best Time to Visit
The Mara has resident wildlife throughout the year. For the wildebeest migration and river crossings, July to October is the classic window, though exact timing shifts year to year with rainfall. The calving season further south in the Serengeti (January-March) means fewer wildebeest in the Mara itself during those months, though resident game viewing remains good.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the flight guaranteed?
Flights depend on the weather and are decided by the pilot on the morning for safety. If a flight is cancelled, we will help you rebook or arrange a refund according to the operator's terms.
Can children fly?
Balloon operators set a minimum age (commonly around 7 years). Tell us your children's ages when booking and we will confirm.
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