A hot air balloon ride over the Hunter Valley vineyards is a breathtaking experience. There are number of experienced companies offering balloon rides in the area and most have similar prices. The main providers include Balloon Aloft, Balloon Safaris Hunter Valley, Cloud 9 Balloon Flights and Wine Country Ballooning.
Flights generally last from 45 minutes to one hour, but you will need to set aside about three hours for the entire experience. Passengers meet a central point before boarding a shuttle bus to the balloon launch site. A safety briefing is provided before it’s into the balloon basket and up, up and away!
Balloon flights are extremely weather dependant and wind conditions need to be just right for the balloons to take off. Usually, all flights take place in the early morning when weather conditions are generally more suited. If your flight needs to be cancelled you will receive a phone call to let you know.
Some providers offer private flights with the options of champagne and a picnic hamper. Many a lady has been proposed to in these romantic balloon baskets high above the picturesque vines! Balloon flights are very popular so make sure you book well ahead. Gift vouchers are also available.
