Melbourne Hot Air Balloon with optional breakfast
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Tick another item off your bucket list and create lifelong memories on this hot air ballooning adventure over Melbourne. As you soar through the sky, marvel at the breathtaking views of the city, Yarra River, and surrounding areas. The stillness of the morning air at sunrise creates the perfect window for passengers to take to the sky and admire the tranquility of the city as Melbourne wakes up for the day.
The hot air ballooning journey commences with a detailed briefing by the pilot, and if you're up for it, you can even assist in preparing the hot air balloon for flight. Within just thirty minutes, you'll find yourself floating high above the city enjoying an hour-long hot air ballooning experience. From the air you'll be perfectly positioned to capture an unforgettable photo of the Melbourne City Skyline, St Kilda, and even top sporting attractions such as MCG. If you haven't tried hot air ballooning, make it happen this year.
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What you need to know
- One-hour (approx) hot air balloon flight over Melbourne
- One of Australia’s most experienced hot air balloon pilots and crew
- Transfer vehicle from the landing site
- You'll fly for approximately one hour on your Melbourne hot air ballooning adventure.
- We meet at Sofi’s Lounge, in the lobby of the Melbourne Sofitel at 25 Collins Street (the Spring St. end).
- The launch site is chosen by the pilot based on the wind directions in the morning.
- Please meet for your Balloon flight at 'Sofi's Lounge', 1st floor of the Sofitel Hotel, Melbourne
- A warm jacket
- Comfortable layers of clothing
- Sturdy closed-toe shoes and warm socks. We will be walking on grass and parkland, so heels are not acceptable. Your feet may get wet so bring a change of socks.
- A hat, cap, or beanie. The burners radiate heat, so we recommend a hat or a beanie in winter.
- Sunglasses
- Gloves in winter
- Camera
- Must be able to stand up for the duration of the flight (approximately one hour)
- Minimum age is seven years
- Minimum height 130 cm
- Not suitable for those that are pregnant, wheelchair users or those recovering from recent surgery
- Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum fitness level required. Passengers must be able to climb into the basket and stand for roughly one hour
- Please inform the provider of any existing medical conditions before the flight, e.g. back problems
- Once confirmed, you will receive flight details and confirmation from the provider. It is your responsibility to follow this up if it is not received
- This experience is not suitable for people who are pregnant
- Minimum age is seven years
- Minimum height: 130 cm
- Between 48 hours and 7 days before the flight departure, a reschedule fee of $50 per person will apply to any flight rescheduled
- If you purchase the Midweek Non-Refundable Ticket, you’ll enjoy a special discounted rate. While the ticket is non-refundable, in the event of a flight cancellation, you’ll have the flexibility to reschedule your experience within 36 months from your original booking date.
- 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
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at the time of booking.
- Upon completion of the purchase, please print the voucher and present it on the day of the experience.
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction.
- For your information, complete Tour Operator information, including contact details, is included on your tour voucher.
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking. However, it is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control.
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements.
