There’s nothing quite like the Masai Mara balloon safari! You have the freedom and exhilaration while flying against a backdrop of stunning sunrises & high above the plains of Masai Mara. The idea of traveling from above the sky during your vacation may sound more exciting than pleasant. However, the experience is priceless, and the view is unmatched. Set your alarm for between 4:00 and 5:00 am, but the benefits of going on this high-flying Masai Mara balloon safari excursion well exceed the inconvenience.
It is a beautiful experience when the guide takes you to the balloon launch pad. It will make you excited, and you will feel how your anticipation is growing. The balloon takes off at the break of dawn, around 5 to 6 am. You’ll feel more eager as your guide leads you to the balloon launch pad. The balloon crew will prepare your balloon for take-off and inflate it while you sip on a nice cup of coffee or tea. Your pilot will brief you when the balloon is filled and after you’ve climbed into the basket underneath it before launching the balloon. Your balloon will gradually ascend to the skies as the sun begins to rise in a beautiful display of blazing reds and golds.
Gliding gently over the savannah plains below, you might see many animals. The Kenya Masai Mara hot air balloon safari is an unquestionable “once in a lifetime experience”! You will have an opportunity to see the “Great Migration” as you soar over the African plains if you visit the Masai Mara during July and October. There is nothing quite like the sight of herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles migrating. One of the most significant ways to appreciate the scale of what is happening is to soar above the packs in a hot air balloon. Predators like lions pursuing their prey, leopards poised high in trees, and busy hyenas are among the other breathtaking sights to view. Other thrilling things include observing leopards sitting high in trees, active hyena dens, and predators like lions chasing their food. Every hot air balloon ride offers the chance to discover intriguing new sights below. Your pilot will take care to occasionally fly at a lower altitude to enable the taking of the best potential images.
A memorable experience is hot air ballooning above the Masai Mara plains. Leading camp operators in Masai Mara organize Kenya Masai Mara hot air balloons that let you have the chance to enjoy any safari you take to Maasai Mara. The hour-long flight is followed by a “Champagne Bush Breakfast” at the remote balloon landing site. A fully licensed and skilled pilot flies the balloon, and specialized companies often construct hot air balloons. The basket sizes vary, and booking the ride in advance is best as space is typically limited to a maximum of 10-15 passengers per big size bucket in a balloon. It may be less if flying with a smaller basket.
Conclusion
Drunken Elephant Mara arranges departures for a Masai Mara balloon safari from their lodges and camps near Masai Mara National Reserve. They strongly recommend booking a balloon safari in advance, as it is a popular activity during the peak season. Please remember to bring some warm clothing and a bag in which you can secure your camera, binoculars, and other personal items.
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