Melbourne has never been so mellow! And you’ve never seen this fantastic city like you’ll see it from the basket of a hot air balloon. From this aerial vantage point the wonders of the city CBD and the Yarra River as well as suburbs, parks and gardens may all come into view—because the wind is directing this trip! No matter where the breeze takes you, you’ll enjoy the early morning hours that experienced ballooners call the ‘weather window’ for their peaceful perfection.
You’ll join your crew mates for a safety briefing by the pilot and then it’s off to the launch site. Can’t you just feel the excitement! If you’re the type who likes to get hands on, you may want to help the pilot prepare the balloon for launch before lifting skyward in the early morning. This amazing treetop perspective of Melbourne will last about an hour and then it’s a gentle glide back down to earth where you will join others for a champagne breakfast at The Sofitel Hotel.
Please note that the meeting point for the Melbourne Hot Air Balloon adventure is The Sofitel Hotel although pick-ups are also available at all major hotels and motels within 10km of the Melbourne CBD.
You’ll join your crew mates for a safety briefing by the pilot and then it’s off to the launch site. Can’t you just feel the excitement! If you’re the type who likes to get hands on, you may want to help the pilot prepare the balloon for launch before lifting skyward in the early morning. This amazing treetop perspective of Melbourne will last about an hour and then it’s a gentle glide back down to earth where you will join others for a champagne breakfast at The Sofitel Hotel.
Please note that the meeting point for the Melbourne Hot Air Balloon adventure is The Sofitel Hotel although pick-ups are also available at all major hotels and motels within 10km of the Melbourne CBD.
