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Take in the remoteness and all the colours of the Australian Outback at sunrise during this half hour hot air balloon flight. As you float through the sky, admire the expansive MacDonnell Ranges lit up by the rising sun and watch out for kangaroos, wallabies and birdlife in their natural habitats.
Your hot air ballooning adventure begins 1 hour prior to first light.
During the drive to our desert launch site you will get to know the crew as they make final weather checks and explain the routine for the morning. At the launch site gas burners are used to inflate the balloons just as the sun lights up the rugged MacDonnell Ranges. Once floating gently in the air you will appreciate the vast remoteness of the Australian Outback. Wildlife, particularly big red kangaroos are seen nearly every day as the balloon crosses spinifex grasses, mulga scrub and cattle stations. After landing you may become involved in assisting the crew as they pack the nylon balloon back into its bag. You are encouraged to participate when packing up the balloon, however, it does involve some lifting and participation is entirely voluntary. Passengers that are less able bodied are invited to stand back and take photos.
Afterwards relax and enjoy refreshments of individually packaged muffins and other slices, cheese and biscuits and fresh fruit accompanied by Australian Sparkling wine and fresh juice.
Please Note:
Women who are over 12 weeks pregnant cannot fly. Pregnancy must be advised in advance.
This voucher is valid for one person. Minimum of three and a maximum of 24 people in the basket on the day.
For those in the group that would like to come and watch their friends/family take a hot air balloon flight. They travel with the crew to where the balloon lands and meet up with the rest of their party to enjoy the light refreshments. Must be booked in conjunction with at least 1 adult balloon flight. Request basis only as limited space available on each tour.
This experience is weather dependant.
Long pants, sturdy shoes and sunscreen. A light jacket is recommended from April to October and during mid-winter, very warm clothes may be necessary. A hat may be worn as the heat from the burners can be intense. Loose items such as dangling jewellery and scarves are not permitted once passengers reach the launch site and dis-embark from the bus.
Image credit: Tourism NT & Annie Nguyen.
This experience takes place in Alice Springs, NT.
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