Experience the stillness of dawn as you rise gently above the Pilanesberg National Park with Mankwe GAMETRACKERS’ hot air balloon safaris. As the first light spills over the landscape, the air fills with the soft calls of birds awakening—your soundtrack as the balloon quietly lifts off.

This one-hour flight offers sweeping views of ancient volcanic hills, open savannah, and the chance to spot wildlife from above. Elephants, giraffes, and antelope often move quietly below, undisturbed by your silent passage overhead. It’s a unique, low-impact way to experience one of South Africa’s most scenic and diverse reserves.

The experience begins before sunrise with coffee and a safety briefing. After your flight, enjoy the tradition of toasting your balloon companions with a glass of bubbly and a hearty breakfast at a private lodge inside the park.

Operated by experienced pilots with deep knowledge of the bushveld and supported by a professional team, Mankwe GAMETRACKERS delivers a calm, memorable way to connect with the bush from an entirely new perspective.