A hot air balloon safari over Akagera National Park is Rwanda’s first and only ballooning experience – a magical way to see the country’s only savanna park from the air. Drifting silently above the plains at dawn, you gain a breathtaking perspective over the lakes, rolling hills and wildlife below.

Dawn over the savanna

Balloons lift off at first light, rising gently over Akagera’s mosaic of grassland, wetland and water. From above you may spot elephant, buffalo, giraffe, zebra and antelope moving across the plains, with the chain of lakes glinting in the early sun.

The experience

Operated by an experienced professional team, the balloons carry small groups for an unforgettable flight, typically followed by a celebratory bush breakfast. It is ideal for couples, families and anyone seeking a truly special safari moment.