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Nairobi, KenyaSeptember 5, 2010, 10:45 am
Partly sunny18°Creal feel: 23°Ccurrent pressure: 1023 mbhumidity: 77%wind speed: 1 m/s Nwind gusts: 1 m/ssunrise: 6:29sunset: 18:34
Balloon Safari
A balloon safari is probably one of the most exotic and romantic ways of seeing the wildlife and in Masai Mara Game Reserve and in Amboseli National Park it is possible to get a chance to silently fly above the savannah, watching the wildlife beneath you as the sun rises.
Gas burners are used to heat the air inside the balloon
Tours can be booked in advance online or at some of the bigger lodges in Masai Mara like Keekorok or Mara Serena Lodge, and it will cost around 400 USD pr. person for a 2-3 hour flight.
Two balloons slowly gaining height over the Mara just before dawn
The elevation of hot air balloons is controlled by just the right combination of air temperature inside the balloon and sacks of sand to act as counterweight. The wind controls the direction and speed of the balloon.
Watching the sun rise over Masai Mara from a balloon is a truly breathtaking and once-in-a lifetime experience
After landing a luxurious breakfast is served as a picnic on the savannah and the exquisite endeavour is properly celebrated with a glass of champagne.