Tanzania Balloon Safari
5 days—Experience a 5-day Tanzania Balloon Safari with sunrise flights and thrilling game drives in Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater.
$2450-3690 USD
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Safari summary
Experience an unforgettable 5 Days Tanzania Balloon Safari, combining thrilling game drives with a breathtaking sunrise hot air balloon adventure over the Serengeti plains. This carefully designed Tanzania safari package takes you through the iconic landscapes of Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater, offering incredible wildlife encounters and a unique view of Tanzania’s wilderness from the sky.
Your journey begins in Arusha and continues to Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees, large elephant herds, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy exciting game drives through the park’s savannah landscapes, where you may spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and many bird species before continuing toward the next destination.
The highlight of this safari is your Serengeti Balloon Safari, where you rise before sunrise for a magical hot air balloon flight above the endless Serengeti plains. From the sky, witness the beauty of the ecosystem below, including wildlife movements, golden landscapes, and stunning sunrise views. After landing, celebrate with a traditional bush breakfast before continuing your Serengeti game drive. The Serengeti is home to the famous Great Serengeti Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras move across the plains, as well as some of Africa’s greatest predators, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
Continue your adventure to the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places for a Big Five Tanzania safari experience. Descend into the crater for an unforgettable game drive, searching for lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, leopards, hippos, and other wildlife surrounded by breathtaking volcanic scenery.
Throughout this 5 Days Tanzania Balloon Safari, you will travel in a private 4x4 safari vehicle with an experienced English-speaking guide who will provide insights into wildlife, nature, and local culture. Comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and carefully planned activities ensure a relaxing and memorable safari experience.
This safari is perfect for couples, honeymooners, photographers, families, and travelers looking for a special way to experience Tanzania. From the peaceful sunrise balloon flight over Serengeti to exciting game drives in Tarangire and Ngorongoro, this safari offers a perfect combination of adventure, luxury, and unforgettable African wildlife moments.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | January, February, June, July, August, September, October, November, December | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Hot air balloons
- Photography safari—with professional guide
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Tarangire
Pick up from your hotel in Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its giant baobab trees, scenic landscapes, and large elephant herds. Enjoy an afternoon game drive, spotting elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and numerous bird species as you explore the park’s diverse habitats. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing through the scenic countryside to Karatu for dinner and overnight stay at your lodge.
Farm of Dream lodge
Tarangire – Serengeti National Park
Serengeti
After breakfast, depart Karatu and drive through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands toward Serengeti National Park. Enjoy the beautiful landscapes along the way before entering the endless Serengeti plains. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive, exploring the park’s rich wildlife areas and spotting predators, elephants, zebras, giraffes, and other herbivores. Continue to your tented camp or lodge for dinner and overnight stay in the heart of the Serengeti wilderness.
Tanzania bush camps
Serengeti Hot Air Balloon Safari
Serengeti
Wake up early for a sunrise hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti plains. Float silently above the vast wilderness and enjoy breathtaking views of wildlife below, including lions, elephants, zebras, and wildebeest. After landing, celebrate with a champagne breakfast in the bush. Continue with an afternoon game drive in Serengeti National Park, exploring its diverse landscapes and searching for predators and other wildlife before returning to your camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Tanzania bush Tented camps
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater | Serengeti
After breakfast, depart Serengeti National Park and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy the scenic landscapes along the way before arriving at your lodge near the crater rim. Spend the afternoon relaxing and taking in the stunning views of the Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at your lodge overlooking this natural wonder.
Ngorongoro wild camp
Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater
Descend early into the Ngorongoro Crater for a thrilling half-day game drive in one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Search for the Big Five — lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino — along with hippos, zebras, and abundant bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before driving back to Arusha in the afternoon, marking the end of your unforgettable 5-Day Tanzania Balloon Safari adventure.
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