Hot Air Ballooning Over The Avon Valley - Weekends
Highlights
- Experience the beauty of a WA sunrise in a hot air balloon
- Discover stunning scenery as you float over the rural landscape
- Enjoy a delicious cooked breakfast and champagne after the flight
Experience the enchantment of the Avon Valley with a hot air balloon flight at dawn. The rural landscape, rolling hills, lush green fields and meandering streams provide a picturesque setting for the oldest and most natural way to fly. A delicious champagne breakfast overlooking the river follows.
What's Included?
- Sunrise hot air balloon flight
- Champagne breakfast
After arriving at Northam Airfield, hot tea and coffee will await you and your pilot will brief you about the morning's proceedings. You will then be transported to the chosen launch site where passengers are able to assist with the inflation of the balloons. All on board, the balloon will lift off for your magical flight that begins 20 minutes before first light. Watch the world awaken below you as you float peacefully overhead, discovering undulating hills, farms, streams and forests.
Upon landing and packing up the balloon, the retrieve crew will return you to Northam for a sumptuous breakfast and champagne overlooking the river. Satisfy your appetite with a buffet of fruits, cereal, pastries and cheese, plus a full cooked breakfast served to your table. Juices, coffee and tea are also available.
The 2019 season is scheduled to commence on Saturday 30th March 2019, weather permitting.
Session Length
- You will need to allow at least 4-5 hours for the complete experience including the balloon inflation, the flight, vehicle recovery and champagne breakfast
- Your day will start early at 20 minutes prior to dawn. In the cooler months it can be as late as 6:00am and in the warmer months it can be as early as 3.30am
- The actual flight will last approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour
- Available for bookings from April to November
- The 2019 season is scheduled to commence on Saturday 30th March 2019, weather permitting
Guidelines
- Please advise your weight, any special dietary requirements and if you have had a recent injury or surgery at time of booking
- People who have had recent back or leg injuries should consult their doctor before flying
- Flights run daily subject to availability and minimum numbers between early April and late November
- Flights do not operate during the warmer months of December to March due to unsuitable weather conditions
- The provider cannot fly anyone more than 14 weeks pregnant
Cancellation
Once this experience has been confirmed, changes are at the discretion of the experience provider and arranged directly with them according to this policy:
- No cancellations or changes to flight bookings will be accepted within seven days prior to the day of flight
Numbers on the Day
The price quoted is for one person. There may be up to 20 other people in the basket with you during your flight.
Weather
In the case of strong winds or heavy rain your flight may be cancelled and rescheduled for a later date. If your flight is to be cancelled you will be contacted by 1pm the day before your booking.
Dress Code
Dress according to the weather, casual comfortable clothing is advised (jeans and sneakers). Shoes must be flat, no high heels or open toed shoes permitted. Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen are a must.
Other Info
No cancellations or changes to flight bookings will be accepted within 7 days prior to the day of flight. We cannot fly anyone more than 14 weeks pregnant. People who have had recent back or leg injuries should consult their doctor before flying.Northam is approximately 100kms from Perth CBD. Please allow at least 90 minutes for the journey.