Meet Danford Deus Kadiko, a passionate hot air balloon pilot from Tanzania with a love for the skies that began the moment he took his first airplane ride as a passenger. That flight sparked a lifelong dream to become a pilot, one that he’s now living every day over the vast plains of the Serengeti. With over 2 years of experience, Danford brings technical skill and calm confidence to every flight.

He’s been flying hot air balloons for over two years, and what he enjoys most is the peaceful sensation of floating through the air like a bubble, especially at low altitudes where the landscape lies in breathtaking detail. Danford’s most unforgettable flight was his first solo journey, a moment of pride that remains deeply personal and inspiring.

To ensure passenger safety and comfort, Danford follows strict flight procedures and puts his guests’ experience at the heart of everything he does, aiming to make every ride a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

Beyond the skies, Danford is a lover of books, music, and football, and is drawn to adventure in all its forms. He dreams of flying alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger, and often reminds nervous first-timers that ballooning is safe, serene, and surprisingly addictive.

He encourages all passengers to bring their cameras, because they’ll want to trap the magic forever.

To Danford, the sky is a classroom. “A good pilot is always learning,” he says, and every flight is a chance to grow, reflect, and show the world from a whole new perspective.

His favorite quote captures the spirit of flight perfectly:

“Man must rise above the Earth to the top of the atmosphere and beyond – for only thus will he fully understand the world in which he lives.”