Hot Air Balloon flights

A unique Safari Option

Pilanesberg is the only South African wildlife park where balloon flights take place.

Having brought guests up close and personal with the best of South African wildlife on their fabulous game drives, Savannah Safaris also provides a contrasting perspective with their unique hot air balloon flights. The balloon travels with the wind, and apart from the occasional firing of the burner, in tranquil silence, enabling the pilot to track herds of antelope and elephant by stealth. It is also an unbeatable way to spot crocodile, who can be difficult to see from the ground. The views, and the experience itself, are spellbinding.

Flights start early in the morning, last for an hour, and conclude with a glass of sparkling wine and then a delicious breakfast at a nearby restaurant. Transfers are included and we can accommodate children over the age of twelve and taller than 1.2 metres. The team are very happy to entertain the little ones in your group back at the lodge and can arrange for people who don’t have a head for heights to follow the balloon on the ground.

Non-flying – ‘following’ – guests can be accommodated, by prior arrangement. ​

Children over the age of 12 and taller than 1.2m high are welcome. Children not able to fly will be cared-for and entertained back at Savannah Lodge. ​

A balloon flight is included in the price of Platinum and Gold safari vacations and can be added to Silver and Self Catering weeks.

Prices are approximate and will be
confirmed on booking:

330 USD / 295 EUR per person

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