6 Days Serengeti Balloon Safari
6 Days Safari: Serengeti Balloon Safari
Experience the very best of Northern Tanzania on this unforgettable 6-day Balloon Safari through Serengeti. This journey combines classic game drives with a magical hot air balloon safari, allowing you to witness Africa’s wildlife both on land and from the sky.
From the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire National Park, through the wildlife-dense Ngorongoro Crater, to the endless plains of the Serengeti, this safari offers exceptional game viewing, comfortable semi-luxury accommodation, and authentic cultural encounters. Ideal for couples, families, and adventure seekers looking for a once-in-a-lifetime African experience.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Tarangire National Park
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide. After a short briefing, depart toward Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds.
Enjoy your first game drive en route to the camp, spotting giraffes, zebras, and elephants across the savannah.
Arrive at Tarangire Baobab Tented Camp in the late afternoon and relax as the sun sets over the wilderness.
Dinner & Overnight: Tarangire Baobab Tented Camp
Day 2: Tarangire National Park – Ngorongoro Highlands
After an early breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in Tarangire with a picnic lunch. The park offers diverse landscapes, seasonal rivers, and excellent wildlife viewing, including lions and leopards.
In the afternoon, depart for the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands, passing coffee plantations and rolling green hills.
Dinner & Overnight: Ngorongoro Farm House Lodge
Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most wildlife-rich areas in Africa. Spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, wildebeest, and the rare black rhinoceros.
After a picnic lunch at the crater floor, continue to Serengeti National Park, entering through Naabi Hill Gate, where the landscape opens into endless plains.
Dinner & Overnight: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Day 4: Serengeti National Park – Full Day Game Drives
Spend a full day exploring Central Serengeti, one of the world’s most iconic safari destinations. Witness large herds of wildebeest and zebras, lions resting under acacia trees, cheetahs on the plains, and hyenas on the hunt.
Return to camp in the afternoon to relax.
In the evening, attend a briefing with the Balloon Safari team in preparation for the next morning’s flight.
Dinner & Overnight: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Day 5: Hot Air Balloon Safari – Serengeti
Before sunrise, transfer to the balloon launch site. As the balloon rises gently into the sky, enjoy breathtaking views of the Serengeti at dawn, with wildlife moving freely below.
After landing, celebrate with a champagne bush breakfast in the heart of the savannah.
Later, enjoy a short game drive before departing Serengeti and returning to the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Dinner & Overnight: Ngorongoro Farm House Lodge
Day 6: Mto wa Mbu Cultural Tour – Departure
After breakfast, visit Mto wa Mbu Village, home to more than 120 Tanzanian tribes. Enjoy a guided bicycle tour through banana plantations, rice fields, and local markets. Meet artisans, taste local banana beer, and experience authentic village life.
After lunch, transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey.
What's Included on the Price
INCLUDED
✔️ Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
✔️ Accommodation in midrange lodges on a full board basis
✔️ Park entry fees and conservation charges
✔️ Professional English-speaking safari guide
✔️ 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for game viewing
✔️ Bottled water during safari
EXCLUDED
❌ International flights
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Tips and gratuities for guides and staff
❌ Personal expenses (e.g., laundry, souvenirs, beverages)
❌ Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
