Today’s flights
Kogatende
26 August 2025
A gentle breeze welcomed us at takeoff as all four balloons rose smoothly into a golden sunrise. The flight followed the river at low altitude, offering guests intimate views of the landscape before drifting toward Mara Mara Road. Wildlife was abundant lions, giraffes, hyenas, hippos, crocodiles, and a vibrant mix of plains game and birds made for a thrilling morning. Breakfast was beautifully prepared and thoroughly enjoyed. Guests shared kind words and left with glowing smiles after a magical start to their day.
Ruaha
26 August 2025
We lifted off gently with the sunrise, drifting toward the river where hippos stirred in the morning light. The flight continued over peaceful floodplains with sightings of elephants, giraffes, impalas, zebras, baboons, gazelles, and vibrant birdlife. Magnificent views unfolded over the baobab forest before a smooth landing near the road. Guests enjoyed the traditional champagne toast beneath the ancient trees, with the story of ballooning adding a special touch. Breakfast was serene and memorable, highlighted by a massive buffalo herd crossing the riverbed and crowned cranes dancing on the far bank. With no other balloons in sight, guests cherished the privacy, scenery, and heartfelt service that made the morning truly unforgettable.
Seronera
25 August 2025
We began the day with clear skies and brisk winds at Kati Kati. All balloons launched and landed smoothly along the Seronera River, offering guests a peaceful and scenic journey. Wildlife was abundant cheetah, giraffe, hippo, zebra, gazelles, hyena, and a vibrant mix of birds filled the morning with wonder. Guests enjoyed a delicious breakfast at Middle Road and shared glowing feedback about the flight, the service, and the unforgettable experience.
Kogatende
25 August 2025
This morning’s flight from Koga began with light winds and a stunning sunrise. All three balloons launched smoothly, drifting low over the river and across Little Serengeti. Guests enjoyed rich wildlife sightings elephants, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, zebras, gazelles, elands, ostrich, and many birds. Breakfast was delightful, and guests shared kind words about the flight, the views, and the warm service.
Tarangire
25 August 2025
We began our flight in Tarangire just before sunrise, with gentle skies and a light morning shower adding a touch of magic. Balloons soared high for the first stretch, then descended gracefully near the river. Guests were treated to incredible sightings buffalo, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, ostriches, elands, impalas, vultures, guinea hens, and four lionesses resting nearby. With no wind, we landed softly and upright in a quiet clearing. Guests were delighted by the experience and shared warm praise for the flight, the views, and the breakfast.
Kogatende
21 August 2025
A gentle overcast morning set the scene as our balloons rose over the Serengeti. Winds guided us swiftly back to the Mara River, still flowing strong and full of life. Guests were treated to a beautiful array of wildlife wildebeest on both banks, zebra herds, eland, buffalo, and playful gazelle. One balloon spotted three lions after crossing the river, and another had the rare joy of seeing a leopard near Sayari. Birds filled the skies: marabou storks, vultures, secretary birds, and cheerful guinea fowl. All balloons landed smoothly, wrapping up a peaceful and memorable morning in the wild.
Seronera
21 August 2025
This Morning in the Serengeti, Under soft overcast skies and gentle winds, all balloons lifted off around 06:45 for a breathtaking journey across the plains. Three balloons soared over Makoma Hills, while two followed the river’s path to Middle Road each guided by nature’s breeze. Wildlife sightings were nothing short of extraordinary: four cheetahs up close, plus lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and so much more. From graceful antelope to soaring eagles, the Serengeti came alive beneath us. Smooth landings, a delicious bush breakfast, and smiles all around today was a flight to remember in Sero.
Lamai Wedge
21 August 2025
A peaceful morning in Lamai with cloudy skies and light winds set the stage for a beautiful flight. The balloon drifted west over the plains, offering stunning views before gently landing near the Singita bridge. Wildlife was abundant migration herds in motion, impalas, gazelles, ostriches, reedbuck, topi, hartebeest, warthogs, hyenas, giraffes, waterbuck, and a vibrant mix of birdlife including vultures and eagles. A magical way to greet the day in the Serengeti. 🌅🎈
Kirawira
21 August 2025
A brisk morning greeted us at the Kirawira launch site, with overcast skies and gusty winds. One balloon launched smoothly, drifting gracefully along the Grumeti River. We flew low over the water before ascending to take in sweeping views to the west, then descended for a gentle tip-over landing on the far end of the breakfast plain. Wildlife sightings were plentiful baboon, giraffe, hyena, wildebeest, topi, waterbuck, impala, buffalo, hippo, and Thompson’s gazelle added to the magic of the flight. Guests were delighted by the experience, praising the flight, breakfast, and warm service. A truly memorable morning with Serengeti Balloon Safaris. 🎈🌿
