Balloon Flights in Akagera National Park
Balloon flights in Akagera National Park, conducted by Royal Balloon Rwanda. Get the chance to soar the skies of Akagera National Park while relishing aerial views of its verdant Valleys, sweeping savannah plains, Lakes, wetlands, and rock formations during early morning or afternoon balloon flights.
This balloon safari experience includes a bush breakfast and post-flight celebrations for the morning flights while the afternoon flights include champagne popping and post-flight celebrations. This adventure is one of the unbeaten ways of exploring the natural beauty of Rwanda’s only savannah-dominated National Park (Akagera) while taking in the magnificent views of the peninsulas, Hills, and scenic views of the Lakes with wildlife species. Book Now
Being the only hot air balloon Company in the country, Royal Balloon boasts several years of experience in operating unmatched hot air balloon tours in Turkey and since the start of 2022, travelers can now have the opportunity to enjoy Rwanda’s wilderness in a different way.
From the take-off point at Kayitaba (which is only a 5-minute drive from the southern gate), participants are first briefed on the activity they are about to enjoy. Make sure to converge by 5:00 am to start the balloon flight at Akagera National Park, although the time can be adjusted according to the prevailing weather condition. The briefing is mainly on the safety guidelines to be followed and is done by the flying crew.
Balloon flights in Akagera National were launched at the start of 2022, and since then have become one of the must-do tourist activities for adventure-lovers in Akagera National Park. Thanks to the favorable weather conditions, panoramic sceneries, and wildlife species, guests are provided a rare glimpse of the otherworldly ancient landscape. After the briefing, get to see how the balloon is powered by hot and cold inflammation.
As you enjoy a cup of coffee and pastries, the experienced Pilot will be inflating the hot air balloon and you are provided the opportunity to take photos of the process. Later, embark on the basket for the adventure that will allow you to soar through the different landscapes and relish the jaw-dropping views of the Protected Area. Enjoy views of the scenic Lakes that include Rwanda’s second largest Lake (Lake Ihema), different wildlife species such as Masai giraffes, Cape buffaloes, giant elands, African bush elephants, Defassa waterbucks, common warthogs, Rhinos, and many others.
For a duration of 60 minutes, you will be able to appreciate the beauty of Akagera National Park and its wildlife species, followed by bush breakfast (for the morning session) and champagne toasting (for the afternoon balloon flights). Afterward, get your flight certificate handed by expert pilots.
What you need to have/wear for Balloon flights in Akagera National Park.
The things to carry/pack for your balloon flight in Akagera National Park are the same as the usual safari essentials like a good camera with extra batteries and memory space, a warm sweater, pair of binoculars, closed shoes, an insect repellant, wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, snacks, reusable water bottle, sunscreen, pair of shorts, T-shirts, a backpack, and many others.
Perfect time for balloon flights in Akagera National Park.
Balloon flights in Akagera National Park are provided throughout the year but some months are more favorable than others. The dry season is the most ideal for these adventures, owing to the fewer weather interruptions as well as jaw-dropping sunrise/sunset views, incredible sights of wildlife species as they converge around watering points, and the grasses being shorter.
About Akagera National Park.
Extending to 1122 square kilometers in the Eastern side of Rwanda, Akagera National Park is the largest of the country’s four National Parks and is the only savannah-dominated Park. This is the only place in the country to see Big Five games (Rhinos, Cape buffaloes, lions, elephants, and leopards), in addition to Masai giraffes, Burchell’s zebras, impalas, warthogs, Bushbucks, Hippos, bushbucks, crocodiles, Defassa waterbucks, spotted hyenas, giant elands, Olive baboons, vervet monkeys, Topis, to mention but a few. Here, over 500 bird species are sheltered in the various ecosystems (grasslands, woodlands, forests, wetlands, and Lakes).
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