Melbourne Hot Air Balloon Flight

A sunrise balloon flight over Melbourne is a truly remarkable experience. There are few major cities in the world that can be traversed by hot air balloon and there certainly is no better way to take in Australia's second largest city. In the early morning light you will drift by the array of parks and gardens that make Melbourne the world's most liveable city. As the city comes to life you will look down on some of the cities iconic sporting venues like the MCG, Melbourne Park and Albert Park racetrack.

If you are looking for a romantic soft adventure that gives you a peek at city life from a totally different angle then Ballooning over Melbourne is a must.

Hot Air Ballooning is an incredible adventure, so be prepared!

Tour Info

Times: Daily 1/2 an hour before Sunrise.

To confirm your meeting time and the weather report you must phone our Duty Pilot the night before the flight between 6.00 && 7.00pm on 0418 574 256 .Please contact Global Ballooning a min of 48 hours prior to flight to advise hotel pickup details.

You'll fly for approximately one hour over the City of Melbourne, completing the experience with a buffet champagne breakfast at the Hilton on the Park.

We meet at the Hilton on the Park Hotel half an hour before sunrise (you will be advised of the exact time on your confirmation sheet). Your pilot will give you a short briefing. You will then be transported to the launch site where you may help with the launch, or stand back and take pictures. Then away we go, floating gently over the city of Melbourne in our beautiful balloon.

Your flight will last for approximately one hour. After we make our final landing and pack the balloon away, we head back to the HILTON ON THE PARK where you can celebrate your morning over breakfast.

What to wear and what to bring:
Ballooning is an audience participation activity and you will be encouraged to assist with the set up and pack away of the balloon. It is an active morning in the outdoors, so wear clothes that can get stained or dirty.

Wear clothes as for hiking, including sturdy shoes, warm socks and a cap, plus sunglasses if you wish.

Please note

The burners can sometimes drip water mixed with Carbon. Global Ballooning will not be responsible for clothing that is stained or damaged as a part of our adventure activity.

We meet before sunrise so depending on the time of year and weather, it can be extremely cold. Generally it will not be any colder in the air during the flight than on the ground, so wear layered clothing that can be removed as the day warms up The burners can radiate heat so a hat is recommended. Your feet can get wet and cold in the early morning dew, you may like to bring a change of socks. High-heeled shoes are not suitable.

DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR CAMERA AND LOTS OF FILM

Breakfast
If the flight is cancelled the breakfast will not take place.

Where to meet
Our meeting point is:
The Hilton On the Park
192 Wellington Pde (corner Clarendon St)
East Melbourne.
Melways ref: Map 2G, D4.

If you do not fly due to inclement weather, please phone our office when you are ready to rebook.

Parking
Metered parking is available on Wellington Parade or Clarendon Street.