3 days Serengeti Balloon Safari
Overview
This 3-day Serengeti adventure combines classic game drives with the unforgettable experience of a hot air balloon safari. You’ll witness the Serengeti’s abundant wildlife from both ground and air, with a chance to spot the Big Five, the Great Migration (seasonal), and panoramic views of Tanzania’s iconic savannah.
Tour Plan
Upon arrival at Serengeti Airstrip or after pick-up from Arusha, meet your guide for a transfer into Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most renowned wildlife destinations.
Morning:
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the park, where you may spot herds of wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, and elephants.
- Your guide will take you to the best locations to search for big cats like lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
Lunch:
- Enjoy a packed lunch at a scenic picnic spot within the park.
Afternoon:
- Continue your game drive, exploring the vast plains and rivers that are home to hippos and crocodiles.
- Watch the sunset over the Serengeti before heading to your lodge or camp.
Evening:
- Relax with dinner at your accommodation and rest for the next day’s balloon safari.
Accommodation: Lodge or luxury tented camp in Serengeti National Park
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Pre-Dawn:
Your hot air balloon adventure begins before sunrise. You’ll be picked up early and driven to the launch site, where you’ll meet the balloon crew and enjoy a safety briefing.
Hot Air Balloon Safari:
- Take off as the sun rises over the Serengeti, floating silently above the plains.
- Enjoy spectacular views of the park’s landscapes, wildlife, and river systems from above.
- Spot animals such as elephants, lions, wildebeest, giraffes, and antelopes from a unique perspective.
- The flight lasts about 1 hour and ends with a champagne breakfast in the bush, a traditional celebration for balloon safaris.
Morning Game Drive:
After breakfast, continue your exploration of the Serengeti. Visit different areas of the park to spot more wildlife and learn about the ecosystem from your guide.
Lunch:
Enjoy a picnic lunch at a shaded spot in the park, or return to the lodge for lunch and a short rest.
Afternoon:
Head out for an afternoon game drive to maximize your wildlife encounters. With luck, you may witness predators on the hunt or catch a glimpse of the Great Migration, depending on the season.
Evening:
Return to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Lodge or luxury tented camp in Serengeti National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Morning:
After breakfast, head out for a final morning game drive. Take in the sights and sounds of the Serengeti one last time, with chances to see early-morning wildlife activity.
Wildlife Highlights:
- Possible sightings of predators like lions or hyenas returning from a night hunt
- Herds of herbivores grazing on the savannah
- Birdlife, including secretary birds, eagles, and vultures
Late Morning:
Return to your lodge or camp for checkout, followed by a transfer to Serengeti Airstrip for your flight or drive back to Arusha.
Meals: Breakfast
Prices
| Quantity | 1 PAX | 2 PAX | 3-5 PAX | 6-10 PAX | 10+ PAX |
| Price/Day | $450 | $420 | $350 | $300 | $280 |
Included/Excluded
- Hot air balloon safari with champagne breakfast
- Park entry fees for Serengeti National Park
- Game drives in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Accommodation (lodge or tented camp)
- Meals: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
- Bottled water throughout the safari
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees
- Alcoholic beverages and tips
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities
