Hot Air Balloon Safaris Amboseli National Park

Hot Air Balloon Safaris at Amboseli National Park are available 365 days a year, weather permitting, in the foothills of Mt. Kilimanjaro and the area bordering the Amboseli National Park. Amboseli Balloon Safaris is located just outside Kimana Gate, in the southeast section of Amboseli National Park in Kenya.

We launch our balloons from our custom-built balloon camp in the foothills of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Taking off just before sunrise, we rise majestically above the Amboseli Ecosystem to watch the sun gently kiss the slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro.

With unparalleled views of the Amboseli National Park, we can see as far as Lake Amboseli while watching the wildlife below make their way toward the park swamps for the day.
A Balloon Safari is truly the best way to view the Amboseli National Park, Mt. Kilimanjaro, local lodges and camps, and surrounding Maasai Manyattas and Bomas.

An Amboseli National Park hot air balloon safari is a 3.5-hour experience. It begins with a 0400 Hours – 0530 Hours lodge pickup, peaks with a 1-hour sunrise flight starting at 0615 Hours, and concludes by 0930 Hours following a champagne bush breakfast and an en-route game drive.

Amboseli National Park hot air balloon safari Itinerary

The typical morning itinerary is carefully scheduled to catch the best wind conditions and light at dawn: 

0400 Hours – 0530 Hours | Hotel Pick-Up: You will receive an early wake-up call at your lodge or camp. The exact departure time depends on how far your accommodation is from the launch site.

0530 Hours – 0600  Hours | Arrival & Briefing: Arrive at the launch field, where you can enjoy light morning beverages (coffee/tea/cookies) while the crew inflates the balloon. Your pilot will provide a pre-flight safety and orientation briefing

0615 Hours | Lift-Off: The balloon takes flight just before sunrise. You’ll glide over the Amboseli ecosystem for approximately 1 hour, enjoying aerial views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and the park’s famous elephant herds

0715 Hours  | Landing & Celebration: After landing, the ground crew meets you for a traditional champagne (or sparkling wine) toast right in the wilderness

0800 Hours | Bush Breakfast: Sit down for a full, freshly prepared hot breakfast served in the African bush

0930 Hours | Return to Camp: You’ll be driven back to your lodge or camp, enjoying an en-route game drive through Amboseli National Park 

Adult Non-residents pay: Request for the current Rates, while Children (4–11) pay:  Request for the current rates.  For further information, please do not hesitate to get in touch through WhatsApp at +254 (0) 721242711

Float above the plains of Amboseli National Park in a hot air balloon for an unforgettable birds-eye view. Hot air balloon safaris fly daily over Amboseli National Park, which lies on the border with Tanzania, Kajiado District in the Southern Part of Kenya. The entire safari takes 3 and a half hours.

Orange flames dance, lighting up the cool, crisp Amboseli dawn and filling the balloon with hot air. It’s a few precious minutes to sunrise, and the balloon begins its tranquil ascent into the Amboseli skyline. Drift with the gentle wind across the myriad of pinks, oranges, and purples, lighting up the Amboseli sky as you watch the spectacular ‘African sunrise’.

Hot Air Balloon Safaris Amboseli National Park is, without a doubt, the most romantic way to fly… Imagine floating over the open plains and watching as the sunrise turns the awe-inspiring Mt. Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain, a purple hue, and the snow on its Kibo peak a delicate pink.

The magnificent sight of Kilimanjaro above herds of elephants crossing the plains of Amboseli is a timeless African image and one of life’s most memorable experiences. The balloon ride allows you to spot buffalo, zebras, or giraffes happily roaming the Park, perhaps even the king of the jungle (Lion) enjoying an early-morning kill.

Get an aerial view of the authentic Masai villages (Manyattas)…the list is endless, and after about an hour, depending on the conditions, the balloon will slowly descend on the red volcanic ash of the Amboseli earth.

As balloons only go where the wind takes them, each balloon flight is a unique journey of its own. Here’s a list of our other Hot Air Balloon Itineraries, Hot Air Balloon Safaris Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda & Uganda.

Hot Air Balloon Safaris Amboseli National Park Rates include

✓ In-Flight & Dining Experiences
Aerial Excursion: A professional hot air balloon flight over the breathtaking Kilimanjaro-Amboseli ecosystem.
Bush Breakfast: A lavish champagne bush breakfast featuring a premium selection of champagne, freshly brewed tea, coffee, and chilled juices

✓ Logistics & Comfort
Safari Transportation: Travel in premium, custom-designed safari vehicles that strictly adhere to all safety and tourism standards
Personalized Transfers: Seamless, point-to-point transportation to and from the balloon launch site, as outlined in your itinerary

✓ Professional Support & Peace of Mind
Expert Guidance: Benefit from pre-planning expertise, insightful resource guidance, and firsthand local destination knowledge.
24/7 Assistance: Continuous on-the-ground support with round-the-clock cellular and office emergency contact details while in Kenya

✓ Financials & Gratuities
All-Inclusive Taxes: The package encompasses all VAT, state levies, relevant service charges, and associated government taxes.
Gratuities Policy: All gratuities are fully covered, excluding only driver-guides, game rangers, personal escorts, and lodge, hotel, camp, or bar staff

Notes

* Resident Rates Adult 12 years and above = Request for Rates
* Kenyan Citizen Rates Adult 4 to 11 years and above = Request for Rates

* Flight Time
* Balloon flight of up to one hour
* Champagne breakfast (Full Hot English breakfast)
* Balloon Safari Destination: Amboseli (Kilimanjaro View), Kenya
* Game drive return transfer to the starting point or lodge/camp, as required
* Pick Up: From any hotel, lodge, or tented camp in Amboseli National Park
* In order to secure bookings, guests are required to make full payment at the time of booking due to the limited seats available at any given time

Amboseli Hot Air Balloon Breakfast

* Seasonal fruits, freshly made bacon, sausage, eggs, mushrooms, and tomato, among a host of others, are all set out for the intrepid travelers
* Amboseli Hot Air Balloon’s breathtaking early morning flight is crowned with a very personalized traditional champagne (good ol’ sparkling wine) breakfast in the bush.
* Sit out in the wild of Africa, on the slopes of the highest mountain in Africa, eavesdrop on the calls of the wild animals in the distance while casually sipping the finest of Kenya’s aromatic coffee

Amboseli Hot Air Balloon Game Drive

* An open land 4 x 4 Landrover patiently waits to treat you to a game drive on the way back to your lodge.

Program Highlights

* Game drive
* Champagne bush breakfast
* Balloon safari over the plains of Amboseli with a view of Mount Kilimanjaro

Amboseli Hot Air Balloon Safari Itinerary

* Wake-up call may differ depending on the pickup from the Lodge or Camp
* Wake-up call at 0530 Hours
* Tea or coffee will be served at your lodge or camp before the drive to the launch site
* Pre-flight briefing by the pilot at 0600 Hours
* Lift off at 0615 Hours. The flight lasts approximately one hour
* Champagne bush breakfast after the flight
* Return to lodge or camp around 0930 hours, enjoying a game drive on route

Amboseli Hot Air Balloon Excluded Features

✗ Accommodation: Lodging at Amboseli luxury camps or safari lodges is not covered by the flight ticket
✗ Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, laundry, extra beverages at your lodge, and communication charges are not covered
✗ Staff Gratuities: Tips for your balloon pilot, ground crew, and transfer drivers are excluded and entirely at your discretion
✗ Medical & Travel Insurance: Personal travel insurance and emergency medical/flying doctor evacuation services are not included
✗ Inbound Transport: International airfares, domestic flights to Amboseli airstrips, and long-distance road transfers from Nairobi are excluded 
✗ Additional Excursions: Ground game drives (outside the immediate post-flight return), Maasai village cultural visits, and guided bush walks require separate booking fees
✗ Park Entrance Fees: Park entry fees ($90 for non-residents) are strictly excluded and must be paid directly to the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) to enter Amboseli National Park.

Notes 

Expectant Mothers: Pregnant individuals are not permitted to fly due to the risk of bumpy or sudden landings
Toddlers & Infants: Children under 4 years old (or those too short to see over the 4’6″ basket rim) are excluded from flying for safety reasons.
Mobility Restrictions: Individuals unable to stand unassisted for 1 to 2 hours or those with severe neck and back issues are typically excluded
Improper Footwear: Open-toed shoes, sandals, and high heels are excluded from the flight platform; closed-toed shoes are mandatory for rough landing terrain

1. Is ballooning dangerous?

Amboseli Kilimanjaro ballooning Safaris use a large, modern passenger balloon, which provides passengers with added stability, security, and comfort. Despite being high in the air, you will be surprised by how smooth the flight is and how secure you feel, as safety is our priority, and Amboseli Balloon Safaris only fly in perfect weather conditions.

You also feel reassured in the knowledge that ballooning is one of the safest of all adventure activities. Add to that our perfect safety record, and you are assured of peace of mind when you fly with Amboseli Kilimanjaro Balloon Safaris.

2. What weather conditions do you fly in?

To fly in Amboseli and Kilimanjaro, ballooning safaris need light winds and good visibility with no rain. The launch site is chosen with regard to the wind speed and direction. If the weather does not cooperate, the flight will be postponed and rescheduled at the guest’s convenience, based on availability.

3. How high do we fly?

Amboseli Kilimanjaro ballooning Safaris flights generally fly from treetop to 3000 feet above ground level.

4. What do we wear?

Dress comfortably based on ground temperatures; air temperatures are similar to ground temperatures. It is advisable that passengers wear clothing suitable for the time of year and flat-soled shoes, not high heels. Amboseli Kilimanjaro ballooning Safaris suggest hats, sunglasses, and long trousers and sleeves, preferably made of natural fibers.

5. How long does it take, and where do we land?

The entire safari takes 3 and a half hours. You will be picked up from your lodge in Amboseli at around 5.30 am and taken to the launch site, where you will begin your ascent a few minutes before sunrise. The hot air balloon safari will take about an hour, depending on conditions, and the pilot will land the balloon in a safe place free from animals and trees.

6. What happens after we have landed?

Our crew, who have been following the balloon, will meet the balloon at the landing site. After a photo session to record your unique flight, we depart for Breakfast, where you will share in the 200-year-old tradition of a complimentary champagne toast.

7. How does the chase crew know where the balloon is going?

The chase crew is in contact with the pilot at all times and follows the balloon throughout the flight. The chase crew is well briefed and experienced.

8. Pilot Briefing?

The previous evening, the pilot will give you the exact time you will be collected at your lodge and all the information that you need to be ready. Keep in mind that ballooning is weather permitting, and if the pilot feels it’s not safe, he will cancel the flight.

9. Where and when do we meet?

We meet approximately one hour before sunrise at your hotel. From there, Amboseli Kilimanjaro ballooning Safaris transport balloon guests to one of the launch sites. The launch site is chosen by the pilot, based on wind direction. As passengers, you will receive two briefings from the pilot. The first will be just after you get into the basket, before you take off. The second will be shortly before landing.

10. Can we bring cameras?

Guests are welcome to bring cameras and binoculars, which are especially recommended on the flight; however, Amboseli Kilimanjaro Balloon Safaris flights do not accept responsibility for personal belongings.

Amboseli Balloon sunrise flights are scheduled 7 days a week, 365 days a year, weather permitting. We meet one hour prior to sunrise at our custom-built Balloon Safari Camp, where we check in guests and enjoy hot beverages, cookies, and a safety briefing. Once the balloon setup is complete, we enter our launch field.

After watching the multi-colored fabric take shape, the passengers will board the balloon, and then we will be airborne as the sunrise peeks over the horizon! Once airborne, the Captain will point out the spectacular sights of the area, from Majestic Mount Kilimanjaro to Amboseli National Park and the vast Amboseli Ecosystem.

A wide array of wildlife can be seen, including the area’s renowned elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and many others. Our flying area has many wonderful sights! The flight is approximately one hour, and we will ascend anywhere from treetops to several thousand feet.

After landing, we return to our Balloon Safari Camp where a traditional Champagne Celebration is held, and guests are served a fresh ‘made-to-order’ hot breakfast of their preference. Non-alcoholic beverages are also available, and any allergies/food restrictions will be accommodated.

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