Hot Air Balloon Safaris - Kenya, Tanzania, East Africa

Hot Air Balloon Safaris

Hot Air Balloon Safaris – Kenya

MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE – EARLY MORNING – 4 HOURS

This is the ultimate way to view wildlife in Africa. You will be woken before dawn and then driven to a remote location. Taking off as the sun rises, you will drift quietly above plains, rivers and forests while gazing at spectacular scenery and with luck, take some incredible photographs. The flight is approximately one hour and gives a ‘birds-eye’ experience to game watching which many find to be the climax of their safari. On landing in the middle of the bush there will be a full champagne bush style breakfast set up, with a table decked in silver cutlery, fresh Kenyan coffee, tea and fruits. It is a truly magical experience.

Hot Air Balloon Safaris – Tanzania

EARLY MORNING – DEPARTS BEFORE – 0500 BUSH BREAKFAST
Pre-dawn transfer to the balloon staging site. After a pre-flight briefing by the pilot, the crew inflates the balloon and at sunrise, the flight begins. Lasting about 50 minutes, the balloon silently glides over the wildlife, sometimes at tree top level and sometimes higher up to better see the entire ecosystem. Upon landing, in the tradition of balloonists through the centuries, a champagne breakfast is served in the heart of the bush! After breakfast, there is a transfer to rejoin the safari group.

WESTERN SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK – 01 JUNE TO 31 OCTOBER

There are balloon flights departing in Western Serengeti from Kirawira Serena Camp, Serengeti Grumeti Tented Camp, Mbalageti Serengeti and western Serengeti campsites.

SOUTHERN SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK – 25 DECEMBER TO 15 MARCH

There are balloon flights departing in Southern Serengeti from Serengeti Explorer Camp, Kusini Camp, Ndutu Safari Lodge, Olakira Camp, Lake Masek Camp and Ndutu area campsites.

NORTHERN SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK – YEAR ROUND

There are balloon flights departing in Northern Serengeti from Serengeti Migration Camp, Sayari Camp, Lamai Serengeti Camp, Serengeti Bushtops and all northern Serengeti/Kogatende/ Kuria Hills area camps and campsites.

TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK – YEAR ROUND

Daily departures from Tarangire Sopa Lodge, Tarangire Safari Lodge, Tarangire Treetops, Swala Camp, Oliver’s/Little Oliver’s Camp, Tarangire Balloon Camp, Maramboi, Chem Chem, Manyara Ranch and special campsites.

Wildebeest Migration

One of Africa’s most magnificent attractions is the continuous movement of more than one and a half million wildebeest. The world’s largest migration of mammals has been featured for years on television programmes, with vivid images of wildebeest after wildebeest leaping into the Mara River. Equally thrilling is the site of new calves being born and struggling to get their footing with the threat of predators always nearby.

Many travellers hope to include the opportunity to view the migration as part of their safari. Our map below helps provide a typical cycle of migration movements. It is important to note that the cycle is dependant on rainfall and growth of grass and may not be exactly as shown.

Rwanda Adventure Safari

Tour Information

10 Days / 9 Nights:

From $ 4,216

Visiting: Kigali, Akagera National Park, Nyungwe Forest National Park, Lake Kivu, Volcanoes National Park.

The definitive Rwandan adventure, Roaming Rwanda takes you through the range of attractions including historical and cultural experiences, relaxation at Rwanda’s lakes, chimpanzee tracking and of course, a trek into Volcanoes National Park to track the mountain gorillas. Our Roaming Rwanda adventure includes accommodation in Kigali on arrival and departure to allow for ease of arranging connecting flights.

Itinerary:

Day  1

Upon arrival into Kigali, you are met and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, you go for a sight-seeing tour of Kigali including the Franco-Rwandan Cultural centre and Genocide Memorial site.

Day 2

This morning you drive to Akagera National Park arriving in time for lunch. After lunch, you go for an afternoon game drive in the park.  You return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 3

Today you have a morning and afternoon game drive of the National park with a boat ride on Lake Ihema offering views the waterfowl that make home in the lake.  Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 4

This morning, you drive to Butare, stopping in Nyanza en-route to visit the ancient palace of Mwami, a Rwandan King. You have lunch at the Ibis hotel in Butare and a brief tour of the city before continuing to Nyungwe National Park. Game viewing en-route to the lodge arriving late afternoon for dinner and overnight.

Day 5

Today, you trek in the forest, tracking chimpanzees.  The afternoon is at leisure with an opportunity to partake in activities offered optionally by the lodge (and paid direct).

Day 6

This morning you return to the forest to visit Kamiranzovu Waterfalls. After lunch, you travel to Kibuye on Lake Kivu.

Day 7

Today, you spend the morning at leisure to enjoy the lake. After lunch, you travel to Gisenyi with spectacular views en-route.Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 8

You spend the morning at leisure with an optional boat trip. After lunch, you drive to Ruhengeri, the base for Gorilla trekking at the Volcanoes National Park and  participate in a gorilla tracking briefing. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 9

Today you have an early morning Gorilla trek in search of your assigned group. After an hour of observation, you return to the lodge for lunch. After lunch, you drive to Kigali arriving in time of dinner.

Day 10

After breakfast, you are transferred to Kigali Airport to connect for your onward flight.

8 Days / 7 Nights: Tanzania Adventure Safari

Tour Information

8 Days / 7 Nights:

From $ 3,019

Visiting: Arusha, Tarangire National Park/Lake Manyara National Park, Karatu/Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park.

Tarangire National Park, with its abundance of wildlife and the splendid backdrop of massive baobab trees dominating the landscape, is the perfect starting point for this short adventure. Add a full day visiting the Ngorongoro Crater and you have a great road safari that can be combined with any of our à la carte programmes. We have now expanded the options to include a variety of tastes and budgets. This adventure combines three of Tanzania’s most popular parks with game viewing in Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks and Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Itinerary:

Day  1  Arrival

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport. After clearing customs/immigration you are met by a Safaris vehicle and transferred to your hotel in Arusha.

Day 2  Arusha – Tarangire National Park (approximately 2 hours)

After breakfast you depart Arusha and pass through the Masai Steppe filled with many picturesque African villages as well as maize, coffee and banana plantations proceeding to your camp arriving in time for lunch.  Afternoon game drive in Tarangire National Park followed by dinner and overnight.

Day 3  Tarangire National Park

Morning and afternoon game drives in Tarangire National Park with meals and overnight at the camp.

Day 4  Tarangire – Ngorongoro

Early departure to Lake Manyara National Park .Game drive in the park through the morning aiming to leave at around noon. Continue to Karatu arriving at your lodge for late lunch. Afternoon at leisure with optional farm activities.

Day 5  Ngorongoro

A highlight awaits you this morning as you depart after breakfast with a picnic lunch to explore what is commonly referred to as the world’s largest wildlife zoo.  You first travel to the rim of the crater at 8,000 feet and then descend through the early morning’s mist and 2,000 feet into the crater for a game drive. Ngorongoro Crater is the World’s largest intact volcanic caldera and is also one of the World’s seven natural wonders. Due to its size and diversity, the crater floor is comprised of several distinct habitats, ranging from forest, swamps, lakes and springs, to open grassland and some sandy dunes. It’s an awesome wildlife experience. Return to your lodge in time for dinner and overnight.

Day 6  Ngorongoro – Serengeti

Morning depart for Serengeti National Park. Enroute, you will be stopping at Olduvai Gorge with a short visit of the museum and continue to your lodge for lunch. Afternoon game drive followed by dinner and overnight.

Day 7  Serengeti National Park

Full day of game drives with picnic lunch in Serengeti National Park exploring this famous park and all that it has to offer.

Day 8  Serengeti – Arusha

Game drive as you transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Arusha departing at 11.00 hrs arriving at 12.15 hrs. Upon arrival you are transferred to Arusha Town centre for your onward arrangement. End of Services

Baobab Beach Resort & Spa - Prime Safaris

Facilities

Located on the world famous Diani Beach, The Baobab Beach Resort and Spa is set over 40 acres of tropical gardens, overlooking the Indian Ocean. An oasis of tranquillity and serenity, the resort’s picturesque location is nestled on a coral headland overlooking vast stretches of pristine turquoise water. Shaded by indigenous coastal vegetation and exotic coconut palms the resort extends over 800 metres of golden beach front offering the ultimate luxury beach holiday. Guests may utilise leisure facilities across the resort including 3 swimming pools, dining outlets, recreational areas and much more. Baobab Beach Resort and Spa is renowned as Kenya's leading all-inclusive resort and takes pride in an exemplary level of service and attention to detail. Staff are on-hand to ensure your stay is both relaxing and unforgettable. We look forward to welcoming you to Baobab Beach Resort and Spa - “In a world of its own”.

Amenities Include

 Restaurants and bars 
 Three swimming pools 
 Amphitheatre with live Animation shows 
 Open air discothèque 
 Tennis courts 
 Watersports 
 Afya Bora Wellness Club & Spa 
 Archery 
 Beach volley ball 
 Darts 
 Aerobics classes daily 
 Table tennis / Pool table 
 Shuffle board & Boccia 
 Business centre 
 Conference facilities

Safari Vehicles with Prime Safaris

Safari Vehicles

All of our safari vehicles in Kenya and Tanzania come equipped with:

Seat belts
Game viewing hatch
Luggage area for soft sided bags
Seven passenger window seats

Radio communication

Cooler box with bottled water

First aid kits

Wonders of Kenya

Visiting: Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, Tsavo West National Park, Taita Hills Game Sanctuary. For travellers that have a bit more time before reaching their beach resort, The Shadow of Kilimanjaro safari enjoys two days in Amboseli National Park as well as an overnight at Kilaguni Serena Lodge in Tsavo West National Park. Operating on request, you have the flexibility to choose the dates of travel. Starting the safari at Nairobi Serena Hotel sets the tone for the great time ahead. We recommend a Frangipani Aromatic Massage at the Maisha Health Club & Spa (additional cost will apply).