Tour overview
Day-by-day itinerary
Arrival & briefing in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Arusha for a safari briefing before heading into Full Northern Circuit & Maasai Mara the following morning.
Sunrise balloon flight
A pre-dawn balloon launch over Full Northern Circuit & Maasai Mara, drifting with the wind for around an hour.
Bush breakfast on landing
Following the balloon flight, a champagne bush breakfast is set up wherever the balloon lands in Full Northern Circuit & Maasai Mara.
Afternoon game drive
An afternoon game drive through Full Northern Circuit & Maasai Mara to complement the morning's balloon flight.
Sunrise balloon flight
A pre-dawn balloon launch over Full Northern Circuit & Maasai Mara, drifting with the wind for around an hour.
Bush breakfast on landing
Following the balloon flight, a champagne bush breakfast is set up wherever the balloon lands in Full Northern Circuit & Maasai Mara.
Afternoon game drive
An afternoon game drive through Full Northern Circuit & Maasai Mara to complement the morning's balloon flight.
Sunrise balloon flight
A pre-dawn balloon launch over Full Northern Circuit & Maasai Mara, drifting with the wind for around an hour.
Bush breakfast on landing
Following the balloon flight, a champagne bush breakfast is set up wherever the balloon lands in Full Northern Circuit & Maasai Mara.
Afternoon game drive
An afternoon game drive through Full Northern Circuit & Maasai Mara to complement the morning's balloon flight.
Final morning & departure
Enjoy a final game drive in Full Northern Circuit & Maasai Mara before transferring to the airstrip for your scheduled flight home.
Tour price
Included
- Private safari vehicle and professional guide
- Park and conservation fees
- Accommodation and meals as described
- Airport or hotel transfers where stated
Not included
- International flights and visas
- Travel insurance
- Tips and personal expenses
- Optional activities not listed
Frequently asked questions
What happens if weather cancels the flight?
Balloon flights are weather-dependent; operators typically offer a rescheduled flight or full refund for the balloon portion if cancelled.
Is the balloon flight suitable for children?
Most operators set a minimum age (commonly 6+) and a maximum passenger count per basket.
