BALLOON SAFARI
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5 Days Tanzania Balloon Safari Adventure
TARANGIRE,SERENGETI & NGORONGORO CRATER
Overview
Experience Tanzania from Above on a 5-Day Balloon Safari
The 5 Days Tanzania Balloon Safari is an unforgettable Tanzania safari tour combining classic wildlife viewing with an exciting Serengeti hot-air balloon safari. Explore Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater, three of Tanzania’s most famous wildlife destinations. Enjoy private game drives while searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, cheetahs, hyenas, and other wildlife. Depending on the season, you may also see parts of the Great Serengeti Migration.
The highlight is an early-morning balloon flight over the Serengeti, offering spectacular views of the plains, wildlife, and landscapes from above. After landing, enjoy a memorable bush breakfast before continuing your safari. With a private 4×4 vehicle, professional local guide, comfortable accommodation, and well-planned game drives, this safari combines wildlife, adventure, photography, and scenic experiences for a memorable Tanzania safari.
What Makes This Safari Special
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Tarangire Wildlife – See elephants, giraffes, lions, zebras, and impressive baobab landscapes.
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Serengeti Balloon Safari – Enjoy a memorable hot-air balloon flight over the Serengeti plains.
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Ngorongoro Crater – Explore one of Tanzania’s richest wildlife areas with excellent game-viewing opportunities.
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Big Five Wildlife – Search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos.
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Private 4×4 Safari – Travel comfortably with an experienced local guide throughout your journey.
Start Planning
Tanzania Balloon Safari & Wildlife Adventure
Plan Your Safari
Explore Your Safari Itinerary
1
Day
Arusha → Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a game drive through the park while searching for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, lions, and other animals. The park's seasonal Tarangire River attracts wildlife, especially during the dry season, creating excellent opportunities for photography and game viewing. After your safari, continue to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.
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Main Destination: Tarangire National Park
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Activities: Game drive, wildlife viewing, photography
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Wildlife Highlights: Elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, lions, wildebeest
Accomodation
Farm of Dreams Lodge, Karatu
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
2
Day
Tarangire → Central Serengeti
After breakfast, leave Tarangire and travel toward Serengeti National Park through the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley and Ngorongoro Highlands. Enter the Serengeti and continue toward the Central Serengeti and Seronera Valley, an area well known for its year-round wildlife and excellent predator sightings. Enjoy an afternoon game drive as you explore the open plains, looking for lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, zebras, wildebeest, and hyenas. Depending on the season, you may also encounter areas where the Great Serengeti Migration is moving through.
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Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
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Activities: Scenic drive, afternoon game drive, wildlife photography
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Wildlife Highlights: Lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest
Accomodation
Tanzania Bush Camp, Central Serengeti
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
3
Day
Serengeti Balloon Safari & Full-Day Game Drive
Wake before sunrise for the highlight of your journey: a Serengeti hot-air balloon safari. As the sun rises, enjoy breathtaking views of the endless Serengeti plains and watch wildlife from above. After landing, celebrate the experience with a memorable bush breakfast in the Serengeti. Continue with a full-day game drive across the park, exploring different areas and following wildlife activity with your professional safari guide. Keep an eye out for lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and hyenas before returning to your camp for dinner and overnight.
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Main Destination: Central Serengeti National Park
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Activities: Hot-air balloon safari, bush breakfast, full-day game drive, photography
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Wildlife Highlights: Lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest
Accomodation
Tanzania Bush Camp, Central Serengeti
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
4
Day
Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater → Karatu
After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive as you leave the Serengeti and travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Continue to the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater and descend into the crater for an exciting game drive. Explore the crater floor, where grasslands, wetlands, woodland, and Lake Magadi provide habitats for a remarkable variety of wildlife. Look for lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and, with some luck, the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch during the crater visit before ascending and continuing to Karatu for a relaxing evening at your lodge.
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Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater
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Activities: Morning game drive, crater game drive, picnic lunch, scenic transfer
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Wildlife Highlights: Lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, rhinos
Accomodation
Farm of Dreams Lodge, Karatu
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
5
Day
Lake Manyara National Park → Arusha
After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, a beautiful destination known for its groundwater forests, open plains, wetlands, and lakeshore landscapes. Enjoy a morning game drive while searching for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, baboons, hippos, warthogs, and a wide variety of bird species. The park provides a different wildlife experience from the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, with lush scenery and impressive birdlife around the lake. Enjoy a picnic lunch before leaving the park and continuing to Arusha, where your 5-day Tanzania balloon safari comes to an end.
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Main Destination: Lake Manyara National Park
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Activities: Morning game drive, birdwatching, picnic lunch, transfer to Arusha
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Wildlife Highlights: Elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, baboons, hippos, birds
Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Safari Includes
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Park entry fees for Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater
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All game drives in a private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
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Professional English-speaking safari guide
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Comfortable accommodation at selected family-friendly lodges and camps
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All meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
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Drinking water during the safari
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Airport pick-up and drop-off in Arusha
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Government taxes and VAT
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Safari planning and assistance throughout the trip
Safari Excludes
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International and domestic flights
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Tanzania visa fees
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Travel insurance
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Tips for the safari guide and safari crew
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Personal expenses such as laundry, drinks, and souvenirs
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Optional activities, such as a Serengeti hot-air balloon safari
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Alcoholic and soft drinks
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Any services or activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Good To Know
Practical tips of the day
Sun Protection
Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen, especially during the daytime game drive and outdoor activities.
Bring a Camera
Keep your camera or phone ready for wildlife, birds, Mount Meru views, forests, and beautiful landscapes.
Comfortable Clothing
Wear light, comfortable clothing and comfortable shoes. Mornings can be cool, so a light jacket is recommended.
Carry Some Cash
Bring some USD or Tanzanian shillings for guide tips, drinks, souvenirs, or other personal purchases.
Stay Hydrated
Carry a reusable water bottle and drink plenty of water throughout the day, especially during warmer hours.
Suitable for Most Travelers
The tour can be enjoyed by couples, families, friends, and solo travelers. Some walking activities may be included, so comfortable footwear is recommended.
Important Safari Information
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Our safaris generally include twin or double-room accommodation. Families can request suitable room arrangements, while a single room is available at an additional cost.
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Accommodation in Arusha normally includes breakfast unless otherwise stated. During the safari, your itinerary will clearly show the accommodation and daily meal plan.
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Drinks such as soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, tea, and coffee are generally not included unless specifically mentioned. They can be purchased directly at the lodge or camp.
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Safari camps and tented lodges offer a comfortable experience while keeping a close connection with nature. Some properties use solar power and may have limited Wi-Fi, electricity, or hot water.
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Facilities can vary between lodges and camps, so we recommend reviewing the accommodation details before booking to ensure they suit your family’s comfort and travel needs.
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For families traveling with children, please let us know the ages of the children when booking so we can recommend appropriate accommodation and activities.
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