Maasai Mara: Hot Air Balloon Safari & Champagne Breakfast

Chamonix



Drift over the Maasai Mara in a hot air balloon as you take in the amazing sunrise and animals below. Your hot air balloon safari is topped off with a magnificent buffet breakfast and champagne.

Masai Mara Hot Air Balloon Safari with Bush Breakfast

This hot air balloon safari over Masai Mara National Reserve offers early morning wildlife viewing, suited for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

Description

Pickup occurs between 4:30 and 5:00 AM depending on your hotel location. As the hot air balloon inflates, watch the first light of dawn appear. Suspended beneath the colorful canopy, you will experience wildlife from a unique aerial perspective.

The flight lasts approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes, drifting with the air currents. There will be opportunities to take photos and record videos throughout the journey. Upon landing, a champagne breakfast is served at your arrival spot.

After breakfast, you will be transferred back to your accommodation. The balloon safari driver can also connect you with your safari driver inside the park to continue your full day game drive.

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off to your lodge or camp in Masai Mara
  • Full breakfast and a glass of champagne
  • Local guide
  • Hot air balloon ride

Excludes

  • Gratuities (optional)

Important Information

  • Daily departures available
  • The balloon safari driver will visit your hotel the evening before to introduce and arrange pickup times
  • 100% refund if the safari is canceled due to bad weather, which is rare
  • The safari takes place within Masai Mara Reserve; transport and safari arrangements from Nairobi can be assisted
  • Two booking options available: Lower Masai Mara and North Masai Mara; check which option corresponds with your lodge

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For best experience, bring a camera, dress in layers for early morning temperatures, and plan this activity during the dry season for optimal wildlife sightings.

Frequently Asked Questions

The experience includes a 1 hour and 10 minute hot air balloon flight over Masai Mara National Reserve followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush.
Pickup times vary between 4:30 and 5:00 AM depending on your hotel location in Chamonix.
The flight lasts approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes, drifting with the air currents above Masai Mara National Reserve.
Yes, there are multiple opportunities to take photos and record videos from the balloon over the Masai Mara.
Yes, the early morning wildlife viewing and aerial perspective make it ideal for nature photographers.
The safari takes place early in the morning to catch the first light of dawn over Masai Mara National Reserve.
No prior experience is required; the safari is suitable for all nature enthusiasts.
Yes, a champagne breakfast in the bush follows the hot air balloon flight over Masai Mara.
Check the official website for current age and health restrictions related to the balloon safari.
Visit the official provider's website for the most up-to-date hours and booking availability for the Maasai Mara hot air balloon safari.

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