Today’s flights
Ruaha
29 September 2025
A beautiful morning greeted us in Ruaha as all passengers arrived on time, ready for an unforgettable adventure. Our balloons soared gracefully all the way to R-22, near the scenic Hondohondo picnic site. Along the way, guests were treated to wonderful sightings of elephants and giraffes, impalas, kudu, jackals, and a delightful variety of birds. The landscape came alive beneath us, offering peaceful moments and breathtaking views. With a gentle breeze guiding us, we enjoyed a soft and steady landing. Smiles and stories were shared over our signature bush breakfast, making this morning flight one to cherish.
Ruaha
23 September 2025
As the sun rose over the Serengeti, we lifted off gently into golden skies, beginning a peaceful journey toward the river. Our first sighting hippos resting in the water set the tone for a serene adventure. Drifting northward, we glided above elephants, giraffes, impalas, zebras, ostriches, and even a bat-eared fox. A final pass over the river revealed hippos lounging in the last big pool, a perfect farewell to the wildlife below. Guests cherished the tranquility of being the only balloon in the sky, with no vehicles in sight just the raw beauty of nature. After a smooth landing near the track, we toasted with champagne and shared the story of ballooning’s origins. Breakfast brought more magic: elephants and hippos in the riverbed, jackals, baboons, and a crowned crane nearby. Guests praised the warm hospitality and seamless experience delivered by the SBS team a morning to remember.
Ruaha
19 September 2025
As dawn painted the sky in golden hues, our balloon gently lifted off, gliding along the river where hippos stirred in the morning light. Drifting westward, we were graced with sightings of elephants, giraffes, impalas, zebras, Grant’s gazelles, and a chorus of birds welcoming the day. Suspended in silence, with no other balloons above and no vehicles below, guests embraced the rare serenity of the wild from above. After a smooth landing near the track, we gathered for the traditional champagne toast and shared the enchanting tale of ballooning’s origins. Breakfast was served with a view elephants crossing the riverbed and Saddlebill storks wading nearby. Guests praised the impeccable service from SBS, making this morning not just a journey, but a memory to treasure.
Ruaha
16 September 2025
As the sun rose over the plains, our balloon lifted gently into the sky, gliding toward the river where hippos and crocodiles stirred in the morning light. We climbed higher, drifting peacefully above the Serengeti, with breathtaking views of elephants, giraffes, impalas, zebras, gazelles, and even a bat-eared fox below. With no other balloons in sight and no vehicles on the ground, guests were immersed in pure tranquility just the whisper of the wind and the vast beauty of the wild. After a smooth landing near the road, we gathered for the traditional champagne toast and a brief tale of ballooning’s history, followed by a short walk to a beautifully prepared bush breakfast. Guests shared heartfelt compliments on the experience, the warm service, and the quality of the breakfast. It was a morning of wonder, serenity, and unforgettable memories.
Ruaha
13 September 2025
This morning’s flight began with a gentle lift-off as the sun rose over the Serengeti. Drifting quietly toward the river, guests witnessed a breathtaking moment a leopard leaping from a sausage tree onto an impala, then finishing the hunt just below the balloon on the riverbank. It was a rare and unforgettable sight. The journey continued with serene views of hippos, elephants, giraffes, zebras, ostriches, and more. After a smooth landing near the road, guests enjoyed our traditional champagne toast and the story of ballooning’s history. Breakfast was served in the bush with sightings of jackal, giraffe, ground hornbill, and impala nearby. With no other balloons or vehicles in sight, guests praised the peaceful atmosphere, rich wildlife, and the warm, attentive service that defines Serengeti Balloon Safaris.
Ruaha
09 September 2025
We lifted off gently with the sunrise, drifting toward the river where sightings of hippo, elephant, giraffe, zebra, and impala gradually unfolded. A special moment came as we hovered directly above a group of giraffes truly magical. After a smooth landing, guests enjoyed the traditional champagne toast and ballooning story. On the way to breakfast, more wildlife greeted us, including elephant, Grant’s gazelle, and impala. Breakfast was peaceful and scenic, with crowned cranes and elephant in the riverbed. Guests appreciated the quiet skies, attentive service, and the thoughtful touches throughout a truly memorable morning in the Serengeti.
Ruaha
08 September 2025
Guests were greeted by the distant roar of lions as they sipped coffee at the launch site, setting the tone for an unforgettable flight. As the sun rose, the balloon gently lifted and drifted over the river, revealing hippos, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and a pride of lions near R24. Low over the baobab forest, guests admired these ancient giants from a breathtaking new angle. After a smooth landing, the traditional champagne toast and ballooning story added a touch of charm. On the way to breakfast, more wildlife appeared lions, buffalo, gazelles, jackals and crowned cranes graced the breakfast site. Guests praised the peaceful flight, seamless operation, and heartfelt hospitality.
Ruaha
06 September 2025
As the sun rose over Ruaha, our balloons lifted gently into the morning sky. Guests from River Lodge had already glimpsed a lioness on their way to the launch site a thrilling start to the day. We floated along the river, greeted by hippos, elephants, giraffes, and zebra, with Fish Eagles soaring overhead. Lions roared from both sides of the valley, their calls echoing through the still air. In the baobab forest below, elephants wandered with their young, and just before landing, a leopard’s snarl reminded us of the wild beauty hidden in the grass. After a smooth landing, guests enjoyed the traditional champagne toast and a peaceful breakfast surrounded by crowned cranes, baboons, and buffalo. With no other balloons or vehicles in sight, the experience felt deeply personal just nature, sky, and the quiet magic of Ruaha.
Ruaha
01 September 2025
With the sun rising behind us, we gently lifted off and drifted over the Mara River, spotting elephants, giraffes, impala, ostrich, bat-eared foxes, fish eagles, and more. The flight offered serene views and rich wildlife at every turn. After a smooth landing, guests enjoyed our traditional champagne toast and the story of ballooning’s origins. Breakfast was served in the heart of the savannah, with sightings of gazelles, crowned cranes, baboons, and birds adding to the magic. Being the only balloon in the sky made the experience even more special and many guests called it the best breakfast they’ve ever had on safari.
