Looking for an unforgettable adventure that will take you soaring above the African savannah in style? Look no further than our incredible Balloon Safari in Southern Africa! Experience the thrill of a lifetime as you rise gently into the sky, suspended in a colorful hot air balloon, and witness the breathtaking beauty of Africa from a whole new perspective. Marvel at the vast herds of wildebeest and zebras below you, as they migrate across the grasslands in search of fresh grazing. Spot majestic elephants and giraffes as they wander through the wilderness, and watch in awe as flocks of exotic birds take flight around you.
Our Balloon Safari is more than just a scenic flight – it's a fully immersive experience that will transport you into the heart of Africa's natural wonderland. As you drift serenely above the landscape, our expert guides will regale you with fascinating stories and insights into the wildlife and ecosystems below, ensuring that every moment of your journey is both thrilling and educational. After your balloon ride, you'll be treated to a sumptuous champagne breakfast in the bush, complete with delicious local cuisine and stunning views of the surrounding scenery. It's the perfect way to cap off an unforgettable adventure and create memories that will last a lifetime. So why wait? Book your Balloon Safari in Southern Africa today and experience the thrill of a lifetime!
Botswana
AirVentures offers hot air balloon safaris over the Okavango Delta, a world heritage site located in the north western region of Botswana. The experience of a Balloon safari, in one of Africa’s great wilderness destinations, epitomises the very best of game viewing, flying over a landscape flooded with water and winding channels, dotted with islands, and combined with large expanses of woodland forests. This age old ballooning adventure explores the Okavango Delta in a completely unique way offering a 360 degree panoramic view from tree top level to a thousand feet in the air.
A welcoming greeting by the pilot, followed with a safety briefing and demonstration of the boarding and landing procedures for the balloon, gets you set and ready for take-off! The flight launches just prior to sunrise and will drift across the flood plains with the cool winds of the morning. On a different adventure every morning, the pilot will expertly navigate the balloon using only the winds at various altitudes. From drifting at treetop height to a 1000ft or more, spectacular vistas of the Delta will unveil themselves as the first rays of sunlight roll across the waters of the flood plains. The chance of sighting wildlife adds to the excitement of the flight, elevated by the heart pounding anticipation of spotting one of the Big Five.
A wide variety of wildlife, in an equally wide variety of terrain and vegetation types, can be viewed as the balloon floats unhindered across this great African Wilderness. The diversity of the fauna and flora, and the encounters between the two, provide for some spectacular photographic opportunities, especially from the unique vantage point the balloon offers.
On landing, the balloon will be met by the recovery vehicles which have been tracking the balloon’s journey. A scenic area in the bush will be selected for the traditional champagne celebration, to toast this age old adventure. A presentation by the pilot of your commemorative flight certificate concludes a memorable morning.
The awaiting guides then take you on a game drive back to your Camp for a well-deserved breakfast.
Our balloon safaris are located in the North Western part of the Okavango Delta, between the Vumbura River, and the Salinda Spillway. The area is comprised of a diversity of terrain types,
Namibia
Situated in the heart of the Namib Naukluft Park, Sossusvlei, one of the most fascinating landscapes in Namibia, is a photographer’s dream. Gigantic orange dunes, dramatic shadows, undulating plains and Rocky Mountains create a magical kaleidoscope of colours and shapes.
Watching the spectacular sunrise over this magnificent landscape from a silent hot air balloon is the experience of a lifetime, never to be forgotten.At sunrise, in the world’s oldest desert, witness a spectacular hot air balloon inflation, and set out on the flight of a lifetime. ..
From the best platform, in the most romantic way, soar with the winds for an hour, over the oceans of sand and mountains, endless vistas of shadows and lights. Your destination? The Sossusvlei dunes or the splendour of the desert.
At landing, you come back to earth with an “Out Of Africa” style Champagne breakfast set up in the middle of nowhere.Your pilot will present you with a flight certificate before you take a leisurelynature drive back to the pick-up point.
It is an experience like no other, the experience of a lifetime.
South Africa
Our South Africa balloon safaris are generally the same 1 hour rides but we offer different environments depending on where you are.Advantages include the ability to see wildlife, amazing scenery and beautiful vistas.
Pilanesburg/Sun City
The scenic Pilansberg National Park, also home to the famous Sun City Resort, during the balloon safari you will get a chance to view the ‘Big Five’ (lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and buffalo) while in the air
Cradle of Humankind:
This balloon safari take place in the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage site, this area is made up of large private game reserves and has over one third of all hominid fossil finds in the world.
Magaliesberg:
This is a location with picturesque beauty with great South African and geological history
Hoedspruit
The balloon safari is carried out near Kruger Parkand private nature reserves.During the ride you may get a chance to see some wildlife
