Reviews: Balloon Safari over the Serengeti
Below are independent comments from 19 of our travellers who have done this activity and have kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa.
M & S
USA
"Balloon Safari over the Serengeti review"
Based at Nomad Serengeti Safari Camp on 25 Sep 2024
"This was our first time in a hot air balloon! We loved it.
We were given detailed instructions for entry and exit into the basket. We felt very safe! The pilot was informative and talked to us throughout the journey. We were able to see animals from above as well as other camps and landmarks.
Once we landed we enjoyed a celebratory bush breakfast! We enjoyed talking to others and celebrating our journey!" Read more about this whole safari
We were given detailed instructions for entry and exit into the basket. We felt very safe! The pilot was informative and talked to us throughout the journey. We were able to see animals from above as well as other camps and landmarks.
Once we landed we enjoyed a celebratory bush breakfast! We enjoyed talking to others and celebrating our journey!" Read more about this whole safari
Overall
Excellent
Mr M
Cambridge
"Balloon Safari over the Serengeti review"
Based at Lamai Serengeti on 28 Jul 2024
"Fantastic experience"
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Overall
Excellent
John and Jill
Mass/NH
"Balloon Safari over the Serengeti review"
Based at Olmara Camp on 21 Jan 2024
"Spectacular trip with amazing views of the migration.
Food and champagne after was good and fun. Pricey add on to trip but worth it.
Very early start to get to launch site and takeoff at dawn." Read more about this whole safari
Food and champagne after was good and fun. Pricey add on to trip but worth it.
Very early start to get to launch site and takeoff at dawn." Read more about this whole safari
Overall
Excellent
Mrs K.
Nice
"Balloon Safari over the Serengeti review"
Based at Dunia Camp on 13 Sep 2023
"We love hot air ballooning and do it whenever we can. This was a magnificent experience with a top notch pilot who really knew his stuff. He made sure everyone had a view and identified what we were seeing. The Serengeti from on high is gorgeous.
This was very enjoyable with a champagne toast and breakfast to follow. Highly recommend." Read more about this whole safari
This was very enjoyable with a champagne toast and breakfast to follow. Highly recommend." Read more about this whole safari
Overall
Excellent
R&G from Seattle
USA
"Balloon Safari over the Serengeti review"
Based at Nimali Mara on 3 Aug 2023
"This was a total blast. I could write up all the details on how fun it was, and how worthwhile it was, but I don't want to spoil the fun.
If you're debating it my advice? Just do it.
It'll be a highlight of the trip and you'll be smiling and laughing about it for days and months to come." Read more about this whole safari
If you're debating it my advice? Just do it.
It'll be a highlight of the trip and you'll be smiling and laughing about it for days and months to come." Read more about this whole safari
Overall
Excellent
J2
VA
"Balloon Safari over the Serengeti review"
Based at Olakira on 28 Jul 2023
"This was our first time in a balloon and the entire experience was fantastic: from the takeoff to the perfectly soft landing, to the champaign celebration and breakfast after.
Awesome experience." Read more about this whole safari
Awesome experience." Read more about this whole safari
Overall
Excellent
Ms E.
London
Ms J.
Los Angeles
"Sunrise in the Serengeti"
Based at Dunia Camp on 10 Jun 2022
"What an experience to have a sunrise Hot Air Balloon ride over the Serengeti.
It was amazing seeing the landscape from the air and we saw a whole host of wildlife we probably wouldn't see from the ground - dozens of hippos lounging in the water and a cheetah mom with three cubs!
The champagne toast and full breakfast were icing on the cake." Read more about this whole safari
It was amazing seeing the landscape from the air and we saw a whole host of wildlife we probably wouldn't see from the ground - dozens of hippos lounging in the water and a cheetah mom with three cubs!
The champagne toast and full breakfast were icing on the cake." Read more about this whole safari
Overall
Excellent
Prof & Ms M
MD
"Balloon Safari over the Serengeti review"
Based at Lemala Mara-Ndutu on 7 Mar 2022
"Terrific trip. Flying along with the wildebeest migration for half an hour.
Spotted a big, male leopard -- a first even for our pilot, Barry.
Amazing experience." Read more about this whole safari
Spotted a big, male leopard -- a first even for our pilot, Barry.
Amazing experience." Read more about this whole safari
Overall
Excellent
Mr J.
Atlantic Beach
"Balloon Safari over the Serengeti review"
Based at Lemala Mara-Ndutu on 24 Jul 2021
"Wonderful experience and very exciting.
The brunch was very fun as well." Read more about this whole safari
The brunch was very fun as well." Read more about this whole safari
Overall
Excellent
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