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May 4th, 2006 | 01:33 PM

oedonahue

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hot air ballooning

I'm trying to decide if it's worthwhile to take a hot air balloon ride over the Masa Mara this July. The cost is $450 per person and I've heard the balloons carry a lot of people. Is it a good idea?

May 4th, 2006 | 02:09 PM

ShayTay

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It's one of the most magical experiences you can have. Go for it!I did it in the Mara in 1998. When I went to Tanzania in 2004, I had to do it in the Serengeti, as well.

May 4th, 2006 | 06:14 PM

atravelynn

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The part about balloons carrying a lot of people is not a negative. There is a limit and we each had plenty of viewing room.

I am on the other side of the spectrum and did not really like the balloon.

Here is a link to balloon discussions in the past.

May 4th, 2006 | 06:15 PM

atravelynn

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This is the link to past balloon discussions.

http://www.fodors.com/forums/threads...p;tid=34566261

May 8th, 2006 | 08:21 AM

mzeetembo

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well worth it! Just gives you the most amazing perspective of the areas where you do your game drives. I would recomend the one from little governors if you are staying anywhere near there. Any of them would be fun though.