Safari Flight

Johannesburg, South Africa

From $181.52

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1 hour
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Offered in: English

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Overview

Get more out of your time in South Africa by combining a hot air balloon ride with a game viewing experience. Traveling by hot air balloon instead of car allows you to fly over several game reserves in a short space of time in the scenic Cradle of Humankind area. Along the way, look out for local wildlife—including four of the “Big Five”, and access incredible photo opportunities too.

A special opportunity to go on a hot air balloon ride above game reserves
Look out for local wildlife—including the “Big Five”
No hunger pangs—enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast and drinks
Fly above a UNESCO World Heritage Site—the Cradle of Humankind

What's Included

Meet at 5 Star Lodge
Tea & Coffee served
Arrival at launch site for the balloon inflation
Flight of approximately 1 hour
Keeping with Tradition, the flight is celebrated with sparkling wine and orange juice
Full buffet breakfast at the 5 Star Lodge
Certificates presented by the pilot
Entire experience approx. 4 hrs.

Accommodation.
This can be booked on request - Balloon & Accommodation packages are available)
We require a minimum of 4 passengers to confirm a flight on-board one of our larger passenger balloons. There are two alternatives available, we can provisionally book you onto the date then try to confirm another 2 passengers to fly with you or we can move your flight to the next suitable date.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Kloofzicht Lodge & Spa
Kromdraai Rd, Krugersdorp, 1739, South Africa
General meeting point is Kloofzicht Lodge & Spa (This can vary according to weather) From Johannesburg International Airport (approx. 1 hour) From Johannesburg / Sandton / Fourways (Approx. 20 – 35min)

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Guests with any medical conditions, that they feel AirVentures should be made aware of, accept the responsibility to advise us accordingly.
All passengers must be able to stand for the duration of the flight, and must be able to enter and exit the basket.
To conform with the industry accepted practice, we consider it unsafe to fly when pregnant.
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

Children must be accompanied by an adult
Children under the age of 7 years are not permitted to fly.
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
Operates all year round, please dress appropriately. Flat shoes are recommended
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Featured review

Denise_S

What an incredible ride. So exciting to see them inflating the ballon’s. The staff was so warm and helpful and funny. We lifted off just as the sun rose., unforgettable experience.

Reviews

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Brilliant way to start your day

Denise_S, Apr 2024

What an incredible ride. So exciting to see them inflating the ballon’s. The staff was so warm and helpful and funny. We lifted off just as the sun rose., unforgettable experience.

Hot Air balloon “Finest”

Carla_W, Feb 2024

My husband and I had the time of our life! The pilot Japie was sensational. The way he maneuvered the balloon over the dam and the mountains was awesome. He landed the balloon on the back of the truck to perfection. He loves his job and it shows. The crew was professional Mr M informed us on the history of hot air ballooning. We were treated to a champagne toast upon completion of the ride and we all received a certificate. Immediately following we were provided a buffet breakfast. Today was a good day!

Amazing views and experience!

Rashanda_L, Jan 2024

The experience was amazing! The views was everything! Maybe update the name of the attraction, and explain it’s a chance of seeing animals. You’re most likely getting a lot of people with the “Safari” title.

Owsom experience

Sandeep_K, Dec 2023

It's a owsom experience of my life. Also suggest to take flight to everyone in there life. My family enjoy a lot.

Breathtaking

felicia_f, Sep 2023

The view ! The animals and the breakfast and wine ! 10 for 10 experience . I will be back for sure #bucketlist Check

Wonderful experience!

Anisio_J, Sep 2023

It was a really great experience doing the balloon flight! The crew was so warm, joyful and they showed how masters they are on ballooning. The balloons are new, comfortable (as possible) and we can see them inflating. The view up there was awesome! We could see some animals like baboons, giraffe, and buffalos. And there's no words to describe the sunrising up there.

Fantastic experience

Chris_R, Sep 2023

A fantastic experience. Well organised and exceptional service. Great commentary and knowledge sharing by yhe pilot. Thank you

Missed balloon flight

philip_s, Aug 2023

Balloon trip canceled due to wind so never took flight. Planned hotel at take-off site so obviously wasted booking

Bal-looney Tunes !!

Mike_C, Aug 2023

What a spectacular experience, even as someone with a healthy respect for altitude.. (to quote our pilot - Mark). would definitely recommend this experience to anyone. The only downside was the un-necessary wait between the "registration time " and the actual departure.. i understand that often people are delayed but to hang around for almost 45 minutes before leaving to launching area seemed excessive, this time may have been better spent at the launch area wathing set-up as opposed to lodge reception.....

Amazing

Clifton_D, Jul 2023

All of this tour was great from the beginning to the end I would recommend the safari flight anytime

Must do in Johannesburg

RUDOLFARIE_W, Jun 2023

Very friendly people and amazing experience! We saw wild love from the air. They provided a nice breakfast after.

great morning, great pilot, great company!

tanya_r, May 2023

The smooth ride,, Watching the process of the balloon Being put up And taken down. And of course the view. Also take off and landing..(smooth)

Starting the day on a high.

Ryno_d, May 2023

What an amazing experience. Definitely one of our top 10 memorable moments. There is just something special about the African Sunrise. Just do it, there will be no regrets.

A dream fulfilled!

Lynda_I, Apr 2023

What an amazing experience! The guides were informative and entertaining. The flight was so smooth and the views were spectacular. We didn't see as many animals as we hoped for, but we did see giraffes, rhinos and hyenas. It's a dream fulfilled.

10 stars is needed

Sandy_m, Apr 2023

Everything was beautiful from the scenery to how pleasant pilots were. Timing was punctual and breakfast was amazing as well. I highly recommend this activity.

Disappointing but understandable

Malcolm_G, Apr 2023

Overall a good experience until the point when air traffic control advised that it was unsafe to fly due to the heavy mist which was impacting visibility of aircraft landing at a nearby airport. The staff and crew kept us updated as they engaged with authorities. Flight was cancelled and the refund was processed immediately. I’m sure this would have been a memorable experience.

Amazin experince

Gitte_J, Mar 2023

This is by fare one of the most amazin experince i had in my life. The trip was just breathtaking. You forget you're high up in the air, you just try to take in all the beauty.

Amazing views and great staff!

Haley_G, Oct 2022

Our hot air balloon ride was amazing! The staff are incredible and the views cannot be beat. It is every bit worth it!

A memorable and enjoyable experience

Victor_B, Sep 2022

The best part of the trip! Serene and enjoyable experience. Tho pilot was reassuring and the flight was smooth. Full buffet breakfast was great, too.

Beautifully boundless

K_R, Sep 2022

The most incredible experience with unreal views. I kept this excursion for the end of my trip and I defo saved the best adventure until last!