Ballooning - Balloon Aloft

Description

Whether you are looking for a romantic experience, or simply wanting to enjoy one of Australia’s most spectacular landscapes from the sky, join Balloon Aloft – Australia’s premier hot air ballooning company – for a morning you will never forget. 

Your adventure begins in the early hours of the morning when you meet with fellow passengers at your Gold Coast pick up point and are taken out to the launch site. A professional photographer will be on site to capture your special experience on the ground, but make sure to bring your own camera too. You are encouraged to help with the setup of the balloon, which takes around 20-25 minutes and is itself an exciting task. Be mesmerised by the sight and sound of the sharp bursts of the burner flames inflating the colourful balloon, until it is standing upright and ready for boarding.

Climb aboard the basket and enjoy the commentary by your pilot as you lift off into the dark pre-dawn sky and fly through the crisp still air, ascending to heights of over 600 metres (2000 feet)! With little sense of movement, and in a tranquil and almost silent atmosphere, you will feel completely secure as the balloon floats gently – guided only by the strength and direction of the wind. Your friendly and experienced pilot is happy to answer any questions you may have and is always willing to share his or her knowledge and expertise.

The highlight of the 60-minute flight occurs at dawn, when you will marvel at the breathtaking beauty of the landscape of the Gold Coast and Hinterland as it comes to life in the warm glow of the rising sun. 

Once your feet touch solid ground again, the balloon is packed away and you are taken back to the Mercure Resort Gold Coast to enjoy an optional sumptuous buffet breakfast and champagne at the award-winning Chelo’s Restaurant. Breakfast is an extra which is available to add to your booking to complete the ultimate ballooning experience. Sit back, relax and sip on your glass of chilled champagne as you savour each bite of the superb gourmet cuisine.  Family and friends are more than welcome to join you at breakfast and you can enthral them with stories about your unforgettable hot air ballooning experience.

During breakfast, Balloon Aloft will also presented you with a personalised flight certificate, as a reminder of your perfect day.

 Trip Includes

• 60 minute scenic balloon flight over the Gold Coast
• Delicious champagne breakfast at Mercure Resort Gold Coast (optional extra)
• Expert commentary
• Personalised flight certificate
• Local hotel transfers available on request

Duration

• Allow 4 hours 

Departures

• 6am (before sunrise)
• Departs Novotel Surfers Paradise, Surfers Paradise Blvd & Hanlan St, Surfers Paradise or pick up from Main Beach, Surfers Paradise & Broadbeach hotels available
• Operates all year

Other Information

• A professional photographer is on site to capture your special ballooning Gold Coast experience
• Generally Hot Air Balloon flights are operated all year round thanks to the beautiful Gold Coast weather
• Children must be at least 3 years old 
• Aviation Insurance Levy included in price

Normal Retail Prices

• Adult: AUD$299.00
• Child (3-13yrs): AUD$254.00
• Optional Extra:
  • buffet breakfast (adult) AUD$25.00
  • buffet breakfast (child) AUD$20.00