Join us on a once in a lifetime experience! We have Hot Air Balloon Safaris launching from the centre of Pilanesberg National Park.
Guests are collected early morning by a registered field guide, in an open safari vehicle from their respective hotels at Sun City Resort or lodges in Pilanesberg area. Day visitors can be collected from Bakubung Gate. The transfer through the park takes approximately an hour as the balloon launch site is situated in the center of the Pilanesberg National Park. At the launch site the guests will be met by the pilot and crew, who will proceed to give a briefing. Guests will then embark in a 1,2 metre high basket and commence on an unforgettable experience that lasts approximately 45 minutes to an hour. This will undoubtedly be the finest way of viewing the inhabitants of the Pilanesberg National Park. On landing, guests will be served with sparkling wine and orange juice. After a mini game drive, guests will then be taken to a private lodge for a full english breakfast. Each guest will receive a first flight certificate signed by the Pilot. Guests will be returned to their respective hotels. The total duration of this activity is approximately ±5 hours.
VERY IMPORTANT PLEASE NOTE! This activity is extremely weather dependent and a minimum of 4 people are required for the flight to take place. It is advisable that guests book 2 or 3 consecutive mornings as a backup plan.
NOTE: Park/Levy Fee is not included in your activity price/booking. Please tick the box that says “INCLUDE COMPULSORY Park/Levy Fees”
This activity is extremely weather dependent and a minimum of 4 people are required to fly. It is advisable that guests book 2 or 3 consecutive mornings as a backup plan.
The exact departure time will only be confirmed by the Gametrackers Tour Coordinator directly with guests, on the evening before the flight between 17h30 and 18h00.
Please note that there is an age restriction of 7 years for this activity. Guests are to be reasonably fit, as they are required to climb into a 1.2-metre high balloon basket and be able to crouch down on their haunches on landing.
Due to safety reasons, pregnant women are not able to do this activity
The balloon reservation form must be completed at least 48 hours prior to the flight booked.
Our desk can be contacted on 0711950337 until 22:00.
Mankwe GAMETRACKERS
We had the best experience and would defiantly recommend this hot air balloon ride! The communication the day before our flight was great, we were told that the weather would be too windy and therefore our initial flight date was cancelled. We were offered either a refund or to love it to the next morning. Driving through Pilanesberg National Park at 4am was amazing, we came across a pride a lions with cubs! The balloon ride was awesome and so peaceful once up in the air. Having a glass of bubbles once we landed made it extra special, and lunch at a nearby lodge resort was the perfect way to end. All the staff that made this experience happen were so lovely. - Sarah
Good, once in a lifetime experience - Moola-Lefika#10
From the start of booking to the actual balloon flight everyone was so helpful and the whole service was very efficient. We totally enjoyed the flight and would highly recommend it. - Sara
Loved it from start to finish cannot recommend highly enough. Would have liked to see more wildlife but down to nature. - McCabe-Room
This experience was one of a lifetime. The staff were amazing and so hospitable. We spotted a Leopard from the Flight and it was indescribable. I would 100% recommend this to anyone. - Charmaine
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