Yarra Valley: Hot Air Balloon with Breakfast & CBD Transfers
Yarra Ranges, Melbourne
Drive just 1 hour from Melbourne’s CBD to this natural amphitheatre: a perfect spot for a hot air balloon tour. Let the breeze usher you over the Yarra River and splendid countryside.
This premium hot air balloon experience offers a sunrise flight over the Yarra Valley, ideal for adults and children aged six and above.
Highlights
- Approximate 1-hour sunrise balloon flight over the Yarra Valley
- Participate in the balloon inflation and deflation process
- Complimentary in-flight GoPro photos and a souvenir balloon magnet
- Buffet breakfast after the flight at Balgownie Estate
- Return transfers from Pullman Melbourne on the Park hotel
Description
Experience the Yarra Valley from above with Global Ballooning Australia, the country’s most experienced and awarded balloon operator for over 30 years. Drift over rolling hills, farmland, rivers, historic towns, and famous vineyards during this sunrise flight.
Your morning starts with a meeting at Pullman Melbourne on the Park hotel in the CBD, approximately 2.5 hours before sunrise. You’ll be transferred to the launch site where you may assist with inflating the balloon, providing an insider’s perspective on the process.
As you ascend, enjoy panoramic views of the valley’s natural and cultural landmarks. After landing, you can help pack up the balloon and receive a digital download of your in-flight GoPro photos via the Global Ballooning app. Each guest also receives a luxe balloon magnet as a keepsake.
The experience concludes with a buffet breakfast at Balgownie Estate before returning to the Pullman Melbourne on the Park hotel. The entire activity lasts approximately 6 to 6.5 hours, with exact meeting times provided the evening before via the app.
Includes
- Approximate 1-hour sunrise flight with Victoria’s largest, award-winning balloon company
- Buffet breakfast at Balgownie Estate
- Return transfers from Pullman Melbourne on the Park hotel (192 Wellington Parade, East Melbourne)
- Expert pilot commentary on ballooning, meteorology, navigation, equipment, and air traffic control
- Complimentary in-flight GoPro photos
- Interactive participation in balloon inflation and deflation
- Free parking at Balgownie Estate
- Digital flight certificate
- Luxe balloon magnet souvenir
- Carbon-neutral flight
- Full flight and ground insurance coverage
Important Information
- Age requirements: adults 13 years and over; children 6 to 12 years
- Passengers must be able to climb into the basket and stand for the 1-hour flight (a step is available)
- Not suitable for women beyond 20 weeks of pregnancy
- Allow approximately 6.5 hours for the total experience
- Price is per person; balloon flights carry between 4 and 24 passengers
- Flights are weather-dependent; confirmation and flight details are provided via the Global Ballooning app the evening before
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 2 days in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, book early and dress in layers for the morning temperature. Confirm your meeting time the evening prior via the Global Ballooning app and bring comfortable shoes suitable for outdoor ground activity.
