Hot Air Balloon Safari in Maasai Mara National Reserve

Hot Air Balloon Safari in Maasai Mara National Reserve : Maasai Mara remains an endless source of blessings. This large savannah grassland preserve spans an area of 1500 square kilometres. The Mara, one of the top safari destinations in Africa, is well-known for its yearly great migration and is home to the big five. A global marvel of nature.

Millions of zebras, giraffes, gazelles, and wildebeests attempt to cross East Africa’s vast plains each summer in search of water and pasture. The most spectacular part of the migration is when the Mara River is crossed. The animals run the risk of being attacked by crocodiles and possibly drowning here. It was truly a “survival of the fittest” moment, and it was breathtaking to watch!

Millions of tourists come to Kenya each year, the majority of them are returning visitors. Even on their own, game drives are thrilling and lovely, with something utterly stunning to see every time. However, what you really ought to do is take a hot air balloon ride over the expansive Maasai Mara plains.

Launch at Dawn.

There aren’t many good reasons for someone to leave for their vacation and wake up at first light. And for even fewer good reasons fortunately, one of the best reasons to get up early is to take a hot air balloon ride at the Mara. The flight takes off well in advance of the sun’s appearance on the horizon.

It is best to go out early in the morning when the weather is calm and easily predictable. An easy ascent is made possible by the cold air’s good contrast with the warm air inside the balloon.

Moreover, the majority of animals are typically active at dawn in an effort to find food before the sun begins to scorch the plains. Particularly elephant herds are known to sip water in the stillness of the early morning along the riverbanks.

You can watch as the pilots and the ground crew prepare the balloon for launch, and if you’d like, you can even assist them, which adds to the excitement of the launch.

Sunrise over the Mara.

When you are in the air, nothing quite compares to witnessing a sunrise over the savannah, even though it is breathtaking on the ground. You will witness the African savannah waking with the first light of dawn during your hour-long flight.

Soft pink, orange, and gold hues paint the horizon, and the still air only has a light chill in it. Among the most magnificent dawns you’ll ever witness.

Perspective from Above.

The height at which you can get a bird’s eye perspective of the Maasai Mara has to be the apex of a hot air balloon safari. It will stretch out in front of you for kilometres at a time, the vast savannah.

Maybe you’ll catch a glimpse of a pride of lions enjoying a recent kill, or a cheetah hiding on an acacia, scouting for prey. You may be lucky enough to see the great migration above ground if you visit during the summer! It is an experience that is truly one-of-a-kind and ought to be on your bucket list.

Calm and Quietness Maasai Mara.

To their astonishment, our Focus East Africa Tours guests have observed that the quiet up there was both unexpected and desperately needed. The typical sounds gradually disappear as you ascend higher and higher above the Mara plains, leaving only a deafening silence.

And you will be utterly enthralled with it as you soar onward. You can take a moment during this flight to marvel at the true beauty of the African savannah, its rivers, and its wildlife.