Classic Hot Air Balloon Flight - Self Drive to Mareeba
Hot Air Balloon Cairns & Port Douglas 
- Cairns
Cost: |
A$900 (2 Passengers) |
Duration:
4 hours
Departure Days:
Daily except 25DEC, 01JAN
Departure Time:
Approximately one hour before sunrise (Approximately 5am)
Departure Point:
Mareeba Heritage Centre, 345 Byrnes St Mareeba.
Pickup:
Not included.
Dropoff:
Not included.
Meals:
Valid for 01APR25-31MAR26:
- Light breakfast snack on landing.
Not Included:
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
- Ballooning souvenirs.
On Request
Cost: |
A$900 (2 Passengers) |
Inclusions:
- Return transfers from Mareeba Heritage Centre.
- Spectacular Hot Air Balloon ride.
- Fun pack up games.
- Glass of Bubbly or Juice on landing.
- Commemorative certificate.
- Civil aviation insurance.
- Digital Photo Package.
What to Bring:
- Wear casual outdoor layered clothing suitable for a bush environment (white clothing not recommended).
- Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses.
- Enclosed footwear is compulsory.
- Bottle of water.
- Camera, video camera.
- Binoculars.
Itinerary:
Valid for 01APR25-31MAR26:
The professional tour guides will meet you in Mareeba and deliver you to the launch site pre-dawn for you to witness the impressive scene of balloons being inflated - once inflated they stand taller than a ten storey building. When the balloon is ready, step into the basket with your experienced pilot. Feel the peace and serenity of floating above the rainforest covered hills and mountains, set against the stunning backdrop of the rising sun. There is nothing in the world like the feeling of floating gently above the earth.
Breathe in the fresh air, enjoy sweeping views of the Atherton Tablelands on one side then look towards the coast and Great Barrier Reef - its the best of both worlds!
The very experienced pilots will slowly guide the balloon down to the landing point, where the fun continues, you all pitch in and fold up the balloon itself, have a laugh and take some more photos.
Finally, gather together with the pilot and ground crew for a light breakfast snack, chat and to toast the sensational flight experience with a glass of sparkling wine.
Child Policy:
Valid for 01APR24-31MAR26:
Infant: 0-2 years inclusive - not catered for.
Child: 3 years and over - adult rates apply.
Proof of age required for children aged 3-5 years.
Important Information:
Valid for 01APR25-31MAR26:
Important Information:
- Please provide guests email, mobile phone and Australian postcode at the time of booking.
- Children under 3 years old cannot participate.
- Children 3-12 years old must e accompanied by an adult.
- Children 13-17 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult for the duration of the tour.
- You must be able to climb up the 1.2 meter foothold ladder into the hot air balloon basket without assistance.
- You must be able to stand during the entire flight.
- Pregnant women and those who participated in diving the previous day are not suited to this activity.
- Passengers with medical conditions or that have accessibility issues, please check with your doctor or specialist prior to booking.
- No passengers will be allowed to fly if their judgement is impaired by alcohol, drugs, or prescription medicine.
- Due to weight and safety restrictions, handbags and backpacks will not be carried on the hot air balloon.
- Unless camera fails, digital photos will be provided every flight. If the camera fails, no compensation or refund will be given.
Please note:
- This is a self-drive to Mareeba option.
- The team will meet you at Mareeba before heading to the launch site.
- The hot air ballooning Cairns experience concludes between 08:45am to 09:45am.
- All bookings are weather dependent, and in the case of bad weather your booking will be rescheduled.
- Timings might be adjusted due to seasonal changes, and specific schedule is subject to reservation confirmation you receive.
On Request
