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Canberra Hot Air Balloon Flight

Book an early morning hot air ballooning ride over Canberra for an unforgettable experience that's not to be missed! This option does not include breakfast.
Canberra Hot Air Balloon Flight

Highlights

  • Float over the famous Canberra skies as dawn breaks

  • Spot some of Australian iconic landmarks from the air

  • Receive a commemorative flight certificate

  • Reach heights of 2000 feet or more

  • Finish with a Champagne celebration at the Hyatt Hotel

  • Optional buffet breakfast (payable on the day)

This early morning Canberra hot air balloon ride offers a tranquil experience with amazing scenery over the blend of historical and modern architecture and abundant greenery that give Australia's capital city its charm. Embark on a flight that lasts around one hour and see the city and its surrounds from a vantage point few others get to experience; a hot air ballooning ride offers a sense of serenity that's hard to match and even harder to forget!

You'll join one of Australia's longest running and most highly regarded hot air ballooning companies with an impeccable safety record and sail from the treetops to a height of around 3000 feet above the Earth below - be sure to bring your camera as the sights you'll come across will be unmatched. Book online for a pleasant and surprisingly anxiety-free in the skies above Canberra today!

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Inclusions

  • Approximately 1 hour Hot Air Balloon flight
  • Commemorative flight certificate
  • Champagne celebration at Park Hyatt Hotel at the conclusion of the flight

Exclusions

  • Buffet Breakfast (available for purchase on the day of the flight)
  • In-flight photos are taken and can be purchased immediately after your flight

Highlights

  • Get involved and assist the crew with the setup of the balloon - or just stand back and watch
  • Begin your ascent into the sky as the new day dawns
  • Enjoy the magnificent views as you reach heights of 2000 feet or more
  • Take your camera and snap some amazing aerial shots of Canberra to help you remember the experience for years to come!
  • Upon landing receive your commemorative flight certificate and a glass of Australian sparkling "champagne" as part of the traditional ballooning celebration

Time

  • Tour times vary depending on the time of the year and depart about 30 minutes prior to sunrise. Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation tour voucher with complete tour operator details. It is highly recommended to contact the tour operator a minimum of 48hrs prior to your day of travel to reconfirm your pick up time and location. Please allow approximately 3 hours from meeting time to your return to the hotel for the total ballooning experience

Departure Location

  • This experience operates at Hyatt Hotel, 120 Commonwealth Ave, Canberra, ACT 2600.

What To Bring

  • Sturdy flat soled shoes hat and sunglasses
  • Long trousers or slacks are preferred to shorts and avoid white clothes. Ballooning is an outdoor adventure experience and white clothes may be soiled
  • Don’t forget your camera which may be carried at your own risk

Additional Information

  • Children 6 to 12 years must weigh less than 45kg and must be accompanied by an adult
  • The flight path is subject to change without notice with the decision being made by the pilot with the safety of the customers in mind
  • The flight time can slightly alter on the day, should the weather conditions hinder the safety of the balloon flight

Terms And Conditions

  • Participants must be able to stand for the duration of the flight (about one hour) and bend their knees slightly for landing
  • Not suitable for those that are pregnant, wheelchair users or recovering from recent surgery
  • Minimum age is six years
  • Children 6 to 12 years must weigh less than 45kg and must be accompanied by an adult
  • The flight path is subject to change without notice with the decision being made by the pilot with the safety of the customers in mind
  • The flight time can slightly alter on the day, should the weather conditions hinder the safety of the balloon flight

Cancellation Policy

  • Change your booking up to 7 days before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 7 days of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Booking Information

  • Due to booking demands, flights booked for weekends and public holidays are charged at a higher rate than weekdays
  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on the day of the balloon flight
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher

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