Adventure

Melbourne: 1-Hour Hot Air Balloon Flight at Sunrise

4.8 / 5

20 reviews

Activity provider:Global Ballooning Australia
Adventure

Melbourne: 1-Hour Hot Air Balloon Flight at Sunrise

Activity provider:Global Ballooning Australia

From US$ 378.47 per person

Watch the sun rise over Melbourne on an early morning hot air balloon flight above the city and its surroundings. Upgrade to a sparkling wine breakfast after your flight for the ultimate romantic experience.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 2 days in advance for a full refund
Covid-19 precautions
Special health and safety measures are in place. Check your activity voucher once you book for full details.
Duration 3.5 - 4.5 hours
Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 10 participants

Experience

Highlights
  • Glide over Melbourne on a 1-hour hot air balloon flight
  • Watch the sunrise from a unique perspective
  • Receive a complimentary flight certificate
  • Upgrade to a sparkling wine breakfast at the end of your flight
  • Enjoy a 365 degree view of Melbourne and its surrounds
Full description

Get bird's eye views of Melbourne and its surroundings at sunrise as you float over the city in a hot air balloon. Melbourne is the only major city around the world that you can traverse by hot air balloon. Help to inflate the hot air balloon at the start of your once-in-a-lifetime experience. Then, drift over the parks and gardens that make Melbourne the world’s most livable city. Look down onto iconic sports venues, such as the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne Park, and Albert Park, home to the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix. Treat a loved one to a romantic gift and get a unique peek at the city from above. Upgrade to a sparkling wine breakfast at the end of your flight for the ultimate experience.

Includes
  • Approximate 1-hour hot air balloon flight at sunrise
  • In-flight commentary provided by the expert pilots
  • Complimentary hotel pickup for all guests staying in a CBD hotel (or meet at the Pullman on the Park hotel foyer on the morning)
  • Interactive involvement in the inflation and deflation process
  • Flight certificate
  • Launch and landing government fees in and around the city
  • Discounted undercover car parking at the Pullman on the Park Hotel ($10 flat fee, until 11:00 AM)
  • Sparkling wine breakfast at the Pullman on the Park Hotel, unless option booked
Not suitable for
  • Pregnant women
  • People with low level of fitness

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Closed-toe shoes
  • Jacket

Not allowed

  • Sandals or flip flops
  • Pets
  • Smoking
  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • Child participants are counted as those aged 6 to 12 years old; those aged 13 and above are counted as adults
  •  You must be able to climb into the basket and stand for the 1-hour flight
  • This tour is not suitable for women who are more than 20 weeks pregnant
  • For the Champagne breakfast option, please allow approximately 4 hours in total for the activity
  •  Prices quoted are per person. There will be a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 10 people in the basket
  •  In the event of wet or windy weather, the flight may be canceled at the pilot's discretion. Flights are usually confirmed the night before
  •  Wear casual and comfortable clothing (e.g. jeans and sneakers); shoes must be flat (no high heels or open-toed shoes). Waterproof is preferable
  •  Bring a hat and your camera
  • For an additional $35 you can enjoy a champagne breakfast after the flight
  • A flight over the city cannot be guaranteed as it depends on the wind
Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 20 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Service
    4.5/5
  • Organization
    4.5/5

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March 25, 2023

All in all a very good experience, unfortunately "GetYourGuide" had not updated the meeting time and the link did not work

March 16, 2023

Was amazing. My pilot Clem was very good and very informative.

February 9, 2023

Product ID: 66946