Hot Air Balloon Ride Over The Masai Mara – A Memorable Kenya Family Safari Tour

There is possibly not an individual alive who doesn’t like to witness wild animals in their natural home. Taking part in a Kenya safari gives you the opportunity of a lifetime to acknowledge wildlife in one of the last remaining natural provinces in the planet. Not just does a Kenya safari offers you with the chance to witness some of the most exotic and lovely animals grazing in their natural habitat, but the natural surrounding is also completely breathtaking.

As I was planning our recent Kenya family safari tours with a reputed travel company, I came to know that our tour dates would fall over my elder daughter’s 15th birthday. I thought, what better way to rejoice the special occasion than with a lifetime experience like a hot air balloon safari over Kenya’s Maasai Mara game reserve?

The operator from the balloon safari firm you pick will most likely stay overnight at your camp, since a very early leaving is needed to arrive at the takeoff area. I thought my children would complain regarding an early wake-up call, but the anticipation and excitement canceled out any complaining. We have a game drive en route and witnessed many hyenas- observing their sharp eyes radiating in the dark was a magnificent experience.

As soon as we are at the takeoff area, the operator does introduction and offers a safety briefing. Feeling a little stress regarding our 1st balloon safari, he articulated in great details what to anticipate and put my whole family at comfort. Hearing the jets fire & witnessing the balloon expand, with the sun beginning to rise in the backdrop, was just enthralling. Before we had any clue we were in the air.

There’s simply no way to explain the sense of drifting with the wind on top of the savanna whilst the rising sun gradually heats you up, as the hues transform from the softness of daybreak to the distinctness of day in the extreme wilderness.

Exploring the wildlife from top, and also the scenery, was awe-inspiring. After about one hour of floating in the air, we landed to a soft ground and were prized with a superb champagne breakfast.

Last bot not the least, hot air balloon safari experience are generally booked as part of a comprehensive safari experience. As there are several tour operators quality can vary exceedingly. Therefore, we always recommend to book through a renowned tour operator like ours.