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One of the most exhilarating events in one’s life has got to be
gliding over the African wilderness at day break in a hot-air balloon.
Flying low over the wildlife rich plains or spotting elephant from above,
this adds a whole new dimension to some of the earth’s most amazing
places. To discover landscapes like deserts and inaccessible reserves
with limited vehicle access, ballooning is the best way.
A hot air balloons use a single layered, fabric gas sack or envelope,
with an opening at the underside called the throat. Attached to the envelope
is a basket, or gondola, for carrying the passengers. Mounted above the
basket and centered in the throat is a burner which injects a flame into
the envelope, heating the air within. Raising the air temperature inside
the envelope makes it lighter than the surrounding air. This causes the
balloon and its cargo to rise.
Balloon flights are usually operated in the early morning when there
is little or no turbulence. The wildlife is more active and the opportunity
to observe animals from the air is greatly increased. During the day animals
tend to seek our shelter from the hot African sun and move into the cover
of thick bush.
Many balloon operators conclude the morning flight with a sumptuous champagne
breakfast. The ground crew follow the progress of the flight and are always
on standby in the event of any problems.
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