Book Melbourne Hot Air Balloon Rides [Updated 2026]

What to bring

Wear warm, comfortable clothing suitable for hiking and sturdy closed-toe shoes.
Bring a hat, water bottle, towel, and sunglasses.
Have your booking ID ready in the operator’s app for flight status and meeting time updates.

What’s not allowed

No smoking on balloons.
No flammable items or dangerous goods on board.

Additional information

Minimum age: 6 years; children 6–12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
If you have a pre-existing medical condition (including pregnancy), consult your medical practitioner before flying.
Flight lasts about 1 hour; allow extra time for pre- and post-flight activities.
Flights are weather-dependent and may be rescheduled.
Meeting point and exact reporting time will be shared via the operator’s app around 6pm the night before.
Tickets are valid only for the date and time selected at checkout.
Personal belongings are carried at your own risk.
If transfers are selected, drop-off is at Pullman Melbourne On The Park in East Melbourne.

Inclusions #

1-hour balloon flight over the Yarra Valley
Free parking at Balgownie Estate
Complete flight and ground insurance
Launch and landing government fees
A carbon-neutral flight
Interactive exposure to inflation and deflation processes
A flight certificate
Complimentary In-flight photography
Buffet breakfast (optional)
Melbourne CBD transfers (optional)

These tickets can't be cancelled. However, they can be rescheduled up to 168 hours before the experience begins.

Did you know that Melbourne is the only major city worldwide that allows commercial hot air balloons to fly over the CBD?
Cross this off your bucket list; begin your hot air balloon adventure in the wee hours of the morning.
The ride is smooth and offers amazing views of Melbourne's high-rises and famous icons.
You can also upgrade to the option that includes a buffet breakfast.

Inclusions #

1-hour balloon flight over Melbourne
$10 discounted parking rate at the Pullman Melbourne on the Park (parking fee at your own expense)
In-flight commentary provided by expert pilots
Participation in the inflation and deflation process
Complete flight and ground insurance
Launch and land government fees in and around the city
A flight certificate
Buffet breakfast (optional)

Exclusions #

Drop-off services back to the hotel
Souvenirs
Professional photos
Travel insurance

It is a must for passengers to download the Global Ballooning Mobile App.
Enter your Global Ballooning Booking ID and Last Name into the app. You will receive a notification the night before your flight at approx. 6pm advising if the flight is proceeding & the exact meeting time.
The minimum age to participate in this tour is 6 years old. Children between 6 and 12 years old are welcome to fly accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Smoking is not permitted on balloons.
Check with your medical practitioner if you have a pre-existing medical condition (including but not limited to being pregnant) that may be affected by the physical nature of hot air ballooning.

These tickets can't be cancelled. However, they can be rescheduled up to 168 hours before the experience begins.

Bring a copy of your ticket and a valid ID.
The following are not permitted: high heels, open-toed shoes, bare feet, pets, weapons, sharp objects, smoking, vaping, large bags, littering, or unaccompanied minors.
This experience is not suitable for those with certain physical limitations or for individuals who are heavily pregnant.
You must be physically able to climb in and out of the balloon basket with minimal assistance.
The meeting point is Rydges Geelong Hotel. The exact meeting time will be shared the evening before your flight—usually 1.5 hours before sunrise.

Inclusions #

1-hour sunrise hot air balloon flight
One-way hotel pick-up from the CBD (must be pre-booked)
Round-trip transfers between the meeting point and launch/ landing sites
Buffet breakfast after the flight

Exclusions #

Breakfast for non-ticket holders
Transport costs to the meeting point
Cancellation or disruption expenses
Pick-up outside the CBD

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

What to bring

Wear warm, comfortable clothing suitable for hiking and sturdy closed-toe shoes.
Bring a hat, water bottle, towel, and sunglasses.
Have your booking ID ready in the operator’s app for flight status and meeting time updates.

What’s not allowed

No smoking on balloons.
No flammable items or dangerous goods on board.

Additional information

Minimum age: 6 years; children 6–12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
If you have a pre-existing medical condition (including pregnancy), consult your medical practitioner before flying.
Flight lasts about 1 hour; allow extra time for pre- and post-flight activities.
Flights are weather-dependent and may be rescheduled.
Meeting point and exact reporting time will be shared via the operator’s app around 6pm the night before.
Tickets are valid only for the date and time selected at checkout.
Personal belongings are carried at your own risk.
If transfers are selected, drop-off is at Pullman Melbourne On The Park in East Melbourne.

Inclusions #

1-hour balloon flight over the Yarra Valley
Free parking at Balgownie Estate
Complete flight and ground insurance
Launch and landing government fees
A carbon-neutral flight
Interactive exposure to inflation and deflation processes
A flight certificate
Complimentary In-flight photography
Buffet breakfast (optional)
Melbourne CBD transfers (optional)

These tickets can't be cancelled. However, they can be rescheduled up to 168 hours before the experience begins.

Did you know that Melbourne is the only major city worldwide that allows commercial hot air balloons to fly over the CBD?
Cross this off your bucket list; begin your hot air balloon adventure in the wee hours of the morning.
The ride is smooth and offers amazing views of Melbourne's high-rises and famous icons.
You can also upgrade to the option that includes a buffet breakfast.

Inclusions #

1-hour balloon flight over Melbourne
$10 discounted parking rate at the Pullman Melbourne on the Park (parking fee at your own expense)
In-flight commentary provided by expert pilots
Participation in the inflation and deflation process
Complete flight and ground insurance
Launch and land government fees in and around the city
A flight certificate
Buffet breakfast (optional)

Exclusions #

Drop-off services back to the hotel
Souvenirs
Professional photos
Travel insurance

It is a must for passengers to download the Global Ballooning Mobile App.
Enter your Global Ballooning Booking ID and Last Name into the app. You will receive a notification the night before your flight at approx. 6pm advising if the flight is proceeding & the exact meeting time.
The minimum age to participate in this tour is 6 years old. Children between 6 and 12 years old are welcome to fly accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Smoking is not permitted on balloons.
Check with your medical practitioner if you have a pre-existing medical condition (including but not limited to being pregnant) that may be affected by the physical nature of hot air ballooning.

These tickets can't be cancelled. However, they can be rescheduled up to 168 hours before the experience begins.

Bring a copy of your ticket and a valid ID.
The following are not permitted: high heels, open-toed shoes, bare feet, pets, weapons, sharp objects, smoking, vaping, large bags, littering, or unaccompanied minors.
This experience is not suitable for those with certain physical limitations or for individuals who are heavily pregnant.
You must be physically able to climb in and out of the balloon basket with minimal assistance.
The meeting point is Rydges Geelong Hotel. The exact meeting time will be shared the evening before your flight—usually 1.5 hours before sunrise.

Inclusions #

1-hour sunrise hot air balloon flight
One-way hotel pick-up from the CBD (must be pre-booked)
Round-trip transfers between the meeting point and launch/ landing sites
Buffet breakfast after the flight

Exclusions #

Breakfast for non-ticket holders
Transport costs to the meeting point
Cancellation or disruption expenses
Pick-up outside the CBD

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Sunrise Hot-Air Balloon Flight over Yarra Valley with Optional Breakfast

What to bring

Wear warm, comfortable clothing suitable for hiking and sturdy closed-toe shoes.
Bring a hat, water bottle, towel, and sunglasses.
Have your booking ID ready in the operator’s app for flight status and meeting time updates.

What’s not allowed

No smoking on balloons.
No flammable items or dangerous goods on board.

Additional information

Minimum age: 6 years; children 6–12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
If you have a pre-existing medical condition (including pregnancy), consult your medical practitioner before flying.
Flight lasts about 1 hour; allow extra time for pre- and post-flight activities.
Flights are weather-dependent and may be rescheduled.
Meeting point and exact reporting time will be shared via the operator’s app around 6pm the night before.
Tickets are valid only for the date and time selected at checkout.
Personal belongings are carried at your own risk.
If transfers are selected, drop-off is at Pullman Melbourne On The Park in East Melbourne.

Inclusions #

1-hour balloon flight over the Yarra Valley
Free parking at Balgownie Estate
Complete flight and ground insurance
Launch and landing government fees
A carbon-neutral flight
Interactive exposure to inflation and deflation processes
A flight certificate
Complimentary In-flight photography
Buffet breakfast (optional)
Melbourne CBD transfers (optional)

These tickets can't be cancelled. However, they can be rescheduled up to 168 hours before the experience begins.

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Check availability

Flexible duration

Transfers available

Meals included

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Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Melbourne

Did you know that Melbourne is the only major city worldwide that allows commercial hot air balloons to fly over the CBD?
Cross this off your bucket list; begin your hot air balloon adventure in the wee hours of the morning.
The ride is smooth and offers amazing views of Melbourne's high-rises and famous icons.
You can also upgrade to the option that includes a buffet breakfast.

Inclusions #

1-hour balloon flight over Melbourne
$10 discounted parking rate at the Pullman Melbourne on the Park (parking fee at your own expense)
In-flight commentary provided by expert pilots
Participation in the inflation and deflation process
Complete flight and ground insurance
Launch and land government fees in and around the city
A flight certificate
Buffet breakfast (optional)

Exclusions #

Drop-off services back to the hotel
Souvenirs
Professional photos
Travel insurance

It is a must for passengers to download the Global Ballooning Mobile App.
Enter your Global Ballooning Booking ID and Last Name into the app. You will receive a notification the night before your flight at approx. 6pm advising if the flight is proceeding & the exact meeting time.
The minimum age to participate in this tour is 6 years old. Children between 6 and 12 years old are welcome to fly accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Smoking is not permitted on balloons.
Check with your medical practitioner if you have a pre-existing medical condition (including but not limited to being pregnant) that may be affected by the physical nature of hot air ballooning.

These tickets can't be cancelled. However, they can be rescheduled up to 168 hours before the experience begins.

‌

Check availability

Flexible duration

Meals included

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#Great Ocean Balloon Flight - Geelong/Bellarine at Sunrise

Bring a copy of your ticket and a valid ID.
The following are not permitted: high heels, open-toed shoes, bare feet, pets, weapons, sharp objects, smoking, vaping, large bags, littering, or unaccompanied minors.
This experience is not suitable for those with certain physical limitations or for individuals who are heavily pregnant.
You must be physically able to climb in and out of the balloon basket with minimal assistance.
The meeting point is Rydges Geelong Hotel. The exact meeting time will be shared the evening before your flight—usually 1.5 hours before sunrise.

Inclusions #

1-hour sunrise hot air balloon flight
One-way hotel pick-up from the CBD (must be pre-booked)
Round-trip transfers between the meeting point and launch/ landing sites
Buffet breakfast after the flight

Exclusions #

Breakfast for non-ticket holders
Transport costs to the meeting point
Cancellation or disruption expenses
Pick-up outside the CBD

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Check availability

Free cancellation

Book now, pay later

4 hr.

Transfers available

Meals included