Hot Air Balloon Safaris

9 Day Balloon Safari • Horseback Riding • Zanzibar Beach Escape

Serengeti national park

Tour Details

Overview:

This signature 9-day journey offers a remarkable combination of thrilling wildlife encounters, exclusive safari experiences, and Zanzibar’s serene coastline. From sunrise hot air balloon flights over the Serengeti to horseback safaris amid giraffes and zebras, and finally to the coral-sand beaches of Zanzibar, this itinerary is designed for travelers who want it all luxury, connection to nature, and cultural discovery. Whether you're celebrating a honeymoon, anniversary, or simply indulging in a once-in-a-lifetime trip, this tour balances adventure and tranquility with grace.

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Tour Highlights

Luxury Accommodation

Stay in high-end lodges and tented camps, offering comfort and stunning views.

Flexible Start Dates

Begin your journey on any available day that suits your schedule.

Customizable Itinerary

Modify select accommodations and destinations to better fit your preferences.

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Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Activities & Transportation

  • Activities: Balloon Safari • Horseback Riding • Zanzibar Beach Escape
  • Game drives: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Transfer: A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Tour Highlights:

  • Tour Start and End

    Arusha

    Zanzibar

  • Can be Customized as:

  • Duration:

    Day: 9 Night: 8
  • You Visit:

    Serengeti National Park Zanzibar Island

Drinks:

  • Water
  • Juice
  • Wine
  • Beer
  • Champagne
  • Coffee

special dishes:

  • Vegan

Day 1: Welcome to Tanzania – Arrival in Arusha

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Day 2: Fly to Serengeti – Game Drive Among Giants

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Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive & Bush Dinner Experience

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Day 4: Balloon Safari & Horseback Riding Across the Savannah

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Day 5: Sunrise Game Drive & Flight to Zanzibar

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Day 6: Stone Town & Spice Farm Discovery

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Day 7: Sandbank Picnic, Snorkeling & Sunset Dhow Cruise

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Day 8: Full Day of Leisure on Zanzibar’s Coast

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Day 9: Farewell Zanzibar – Departure

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Iternerary:

Day 1: Welcome to Tanzania – Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be greeted by your private Eagle Soul Adventure driver-guide. A short transfer brings you to your elegant lodge in Arusha a lush town at the foothills of Mount Meru and the gateway to the northern safari circuit.

Take the day to unwind after your journey. If time allows, enjoy a guided walk through a local coffee plantation or a short city tour exploring Arusha’s cultural and craft markets.

Accommodation Options:

  • Luxury: Arusha Coffee Lodge .

  • Midrange: The African Tulip Hotel

Meals Included: Dinner

Activities: Lodge relaxation, optional plantation or town tour

Highlight: Begin your journey in one of Tanzania’s greenest and most cultural cities.

Day 2: Fly to Serengeti – Game Drive Among Giants

After breakfast, take a scenic flight over the Great Rift Valley and endless plains as you journey to Serengeti National Park. On landing, your safari adventure begins immediately. Enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge, where you’ll likely spot elephants, giraffes, and if lucky, members of the Big Cats.

Accommodation Options:

  • Luxury: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti.

  • Midrange: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities: Afternoon game drive

Highlight: Witness herds of zebra and wildebeest crossing the golden plains.

Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive & Bush Dinner Experience

Spend the full day exploring the central Serengeti’s game-rich areas, especially the Seronera Valley known for lion prides, cheetahs, and elusive leopards. Break for a picnic lunch under an acacia tree, then continue until sunset.

In the evening, enjoy a private bush dinner under the stars, surrounded by lanterns and the sounds of the wild a Serengeti classic.

Accommodation Options:

  • Luxury: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti.

  • Midrange: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities: Full-day game drive, sunset bush dinner

Highlight: Epic Big Five encounters, candlelit dining in the heart of the bush.

Day 4: Balloon Safari & Horseback Riding Across the Savannah

  • Early Morning Take off at dawn for a hot air balloon flight over the Serengeti. As the landscape awakens, capture unforgettable views of the wildlife below. Celebrate with a champagne breakfast on the open plains.

  • Late Afternoon Saddle up for an exclusive horseback safari, guided by trained rangers. Ride among herds of antelope, zebra, and even giraffes—an exhilarating way to experience the savanna.

Horseback Riding Note: Suitable for riders of all levels; private instruction available. Children’s sessions on request.

Accommodation Options:

  • Luxury: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti.

  • Midrange: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Highlight: Aerial and equine views of Africa’s most iconic landscape.

Day 5: Sunrise Game Drive & Flight to Zanzibar

Enjoy your final Serengeti game drive at sunrise, when predators are most active. After brunch, transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar Island.

Upon landing in Zanzibar, your driver will escort you to your coastal resort, where the Indian Ocean breeze and palm trees welcome you to paradise.

Accommodation Options:

  • Luxury:  Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa.

  • Midrange: Pongwe Beach Hotel .

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities: Game drive, scenic flight, beach arrival

Highlight: From savanna to sea an unforgettable landscape transition.

Day 6: Stone Town & Spice Farm Discovery

Spend the morning discovering Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with Swahili, Arab, and Indian influences. Explore the old slave market, Sultan’s Palace, and Forodhani Gardens with your local guide. In the afternoon, visit a Zanzibar spice farm, where you’ll learn about cloves, nutmeg, vanilla, and the island’s rich trade history.

Accommodation Options:

  • Luxury: Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa.

  • Midrange: Pongwe Beach Hotel .

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Highlight: Taste, touch, and smell your way through Zanzibar’s cultural and spice heritage.

Day 7: Sandbank Picnic, Snorkeling & Sunset Dhow Cruise

Today is all about Indian Ocean adventure. Board a private boat to a remote sandbank where you’ll snorkel in clear waters among vibrant reefs. Afterward, enjoy a seafood picnic lunch on the beach.

Later, set sail on a traditional dhow cruise, gliding across the water as the sun dips below the horizon—Swahili rhythms, cool drinks, and golden skies included.

Accommodation Options:

  • Luxury: Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa.

  • Midrange: Pongwe Beach Hotel .

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Highlight: Ocean escapades from sunrise to sunset.

Day 8: Full Day of Leisure on Zanzibar’s Coast

Today is yours to enjoy. Choose to indulge in a spa massage, book a deep-sea fishing charter, paddleboard over coral reefs, or simply do nothing at all with a book in your hand and the sea before you.

Optional Activities: Jet skiing, local cooking classes, Swahili language lessons, dhow building workshop (pre-booked).

Accommodation Options:

  • Luxury: Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa.

  • Midrange: Pongwe Beach Hotel .

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Highlight: Rest, recharge, and savor your last full day in paradise.

Day 9: Farewell Zanzibar – Departure

After breakfast, enjoy one last stroll on the beach before your transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your outbound flight.

Accommodation:None/On request

Meals Included: Breakfast

Highlight: End your adventure with sand between your toes and safari memories in your heart.

For personalized pricing and availability, please contact us directly.

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  • Parking fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodations mentioned (unless labeled as optional upgrades)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks (as specified in the day-by-day section)

Exclude:

  • Inland Airfare costs
  • Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs)
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Gratuities for guides and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
  • Tips (Guideline: USD 15.00 per person per day)
  • Visa and travel insurance fees

Cancelation Policy:

At Eagle Soul Adventure, we understand that plans may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Our cancellation policy is designed to be fair to our clients while also ensuring the sustainability of our operations and commitments to local service providers.

1. Cancellation by the Client

If you wish to cancel your tour, written notification must be provided to Eagle Soul Adventure via email. The following cancellation charges will apply, calculated from the date the written notice is received:

60 days or more before departure: 20% of the total tour cost (deposit is non-refundable).

45–59 days before departure: 30% of the total tour cost.

30–44 days before departure: 50% of the total tour cost.

15–29 days before departure: 75% of the total tour cost.

14 days or less before departure: 100% of the total tour cost (no refund).

Please note that no refunds will be issued for no-shows or unused portions of the itinerary once the tour has commenced.

2. Cancellation by Eagle Soul Adventure

In rare circumstances where Eagle Soul Adventure must cancel a tour due to force majeure, unsafe conditions, or insufficient bookings, we will notify you as early as possible. You will have the choice to:

Receive a full refund of all payments made, excluding any non-refundable transaction fees

We are not liable for any additional expenses incurred due to tour cancellation, including but not limited to flight changes, visa fees, or travel insurance.

Disclaimer:

At Eagle Soul Adventure, we design journeys with care and purpose. This 8-day experience blends wildlife, culture, and relaxation—crafted for families who value both comfort and connection.

To ensure a smooth and meaningful adventure, please note the following:

  • Nature is unpredictable. Itinerary changes may occur due to weather, airstrip logistics, or park rules—but always with your safety and experience in mind.

  • Wildlife sightings vary. Our expert guides will do their best, but animals roam freely and sightings can't be guaranteed.

  • Accommodations may shift. We select premium, family-friendly stays. If changes are needed, we’ll offer a comparable or upgraded lodge.

  • Travel respectfully. Kindness toward local people, cultures, and environments deepens your journey and helps protect what we love.

  • Photos & media. We may document the trip for future storytelling. If you'd prefer not to be included, let us know in writing before departure.

We look forward to guiding your family through this unforgettable journey.

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