Hit this Barossa Valley hot air balloon ride, you'll soar over this beautiful and verdant region of South Australia, taking in wonderful views from above on an aerial adventure that includes one hour of flight time, wine tasting and a gourmet breakfast. Long one of Australia's most popular spots for hot air ballooning, the Barossa Valley's landscape features rolling fields, expansive vineyards and a patchwork tapestry of farmland that make for a picturesque spot to take in by air. On this balloon ride you'll join your friendly and experienced balloon pilots to gain the ultimate vantage point on the region. Take part in a safety briefing, then hop in the basket and ascend gently into the skies as the balloon lifts you into the air and your pilot provides interesting and detailed commentary on the Barossa's many scenic and historic highlights.
Be sure to bring your camera because as you float serenely through the sky you'll have some spectacular photo opportunities of the landscape below and of the 360° panorama that stretches out around you in all directions illuminated by the glow of the sunrise. Upon landing, you’ll be taken to enjoy a delicious gourmet breakfast back at home base, where you can sip sparkling wine and indulge in the best Barossa produce, while chatting with your fellow passengers about the mornings events. This comprehensive ballooning tour is excellent value and also includes complimentary transfers from Barossa accommodation, so check an item off your South Australian travel bucket list and book a balloon ride online today.
Note
- Children must be at least 10 years old to fly.
Inclusions
- Group trip from Base to Launch Site
- 60 minute sunrise Barossa Valley hot air ballooning
- Flight and Safety Briefing
- Free Transfers from local Barossa accommodation
- Pilot commentary
- Delicious gourmet Barossa Breakfast
- Group pick-up and return to Base
- Balloonatics Certificate Presentation
- USB of Photos & Souvenirs for purchase
- 5 Hours (approx) of fun & adventure
Exclusions
- Transfers from Adelaide City
Extras
- All passengers have the opportunity to purchase in-flight photography and video CD and souvenirs after the flight
Time
- Tours depart daily approx 1.5 hours before sunrise (The time varies throughout the year)
Duration
- The flights are approximately 1 hour, followed by a champagne picnic breakfast so allow 5 to 6 hours for the whole experience
Location
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start time. Meeting place is Barossa Balloon Adventures - 71 Stonewell Road, Nuriootpa SA 5355
- Google maps is the easiest way to find us. Just simply type in Barossa Balloon Adventures into Google maps. If you are lost, please call us on 0428 623 110.
Hotel Pickup
If you have booked a hotel
- Prior to completing your purchase, enter your hotel name in the 'Add Booking Notes' section of the shopping cart. Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation tour voucher with complete tour operator details. You will be required to contact the tour operator a minimum of 48hrs prior to your day of travel to reconfirm your hotel pick up time
If you have not yet booked a hotel
- If you have not yet booked a hotel, enter the words 'hotel not known' in the 'Add Booking Notes' section of the shopping cart. Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation tour voucher with complete tour operator details. You will be required to contact the tour operator a minimum of 48hrs prior to your day of travel to reconfirm your hotel pick up time
If you do not require a hotel pick up
- If you do not require a hotel pick up and will be meeting the tour at the tour departure point, enter the words 'not required' in the 'Add Booking Notes' section of the shopping cart. Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation tour voucher with complete tour operator details. You will be required to contact the tour operator a minimum of 48hrs prior to your day of travel to reconfirm your tour. Tour departure point is listed above and on your confirmation tour voucher
Sample Menu
- Linke's Butchers traditionally smoked bacon
- Linke's Butchers German bratwurst sausage
- Oven roasted tomatoes with Barossa Valley Cheese Co feta
- Sautéed mushrooms with garden fresh herbs
- Free range eggs
- Tanunda Bakery sourdough bread
- Fresh seasonal fruit
- Barossa Coffee Roasters coffee
- A selection of different teas
- Orange juice
- Water
- Local sparkling wine
What To Bring
- Ballooning is an outdoor activity. Dress in comfortable clothing for the season and for the overnight minimum temperature. It will be no colder in the balloon than on the ground. Flat soled walking shoes are best, NO HIGH HEELS or sandals please. In cooler months, a change of shoes may be needed due to wet dewy grass. A hat is recommended as the burner gives off considerable heat. If you do not have a hat you may purchase a Balloon Adventures hat at our reception centre. Bring your reading glasses if you require them.
Additional Information
- A child is between 10 to 16 years of age.
- No children under 10 years of age are able to fly. This includes infants.
- We are not allowed to fly pregnant passengers.
- If the weather is not acceptable for safe flying or your enjoyment, the flight will be cancelled. A full refund or re-schedule is then offered.
- The balloon can fly up to 16 persons but is subject to a total weight limit. Please enter your weight in booking note at the time of purchase.
- Friends and family are welcome on the morning. They may follow our ground crew in their own vehicle and bring their own picnic breakfast.
- No pets please.
- Please advise of any dietary requirements at time of booking.
- Please note that this is not an exclusive flight. There may or may not be other people in the same balloon as you. If you would like an exclusive flight then please contact our office for a quote.
Cancellation Policy
Weather Cancellation
- If your flight is cancelled by us for any reason, (e.g., adverse weather – safety is our first concern, and we will not fly if conditions are unsuitable) we will be happy to re-book you at your convenience (subject to availability and minimum passenger numbers met) or refund the payment in full.
- Rescheduled flights must be made within 12 months. Outside of this period you will be subject to any price increases.
Altering or Cancelling Your Booking
- In the unfortunate event you should have to cancel your booking, certain fees & conditions apply.
- We strongly advise you to take out insurance provisions with your preferred insurance provider to cover yourself for any unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to, being too unwell to fly due to illness or injury.
- If you are unwell or cannot make it, you may send someone else in your place. Please let us know the name of the replacement person before the flight.
On The Day
- Under no circumstances will flights be refunded or rescheduled if passengers cancel or do not show for their ballooning experience on the morning of the scheduled flight.
Within 48 Hours
- Within 48 hours prior to your flight no rescheduling is permitted. There will be no refund if you cancel during this time period.
Between 48 Hours and 7 Days
- Between 48 hours and 7 days prior to your scheduled flight, rescheduling is permitted (subject to availability and minimum passenger numbers met) but a $50 per person rescheduling fee will be charged. Rescheduling fees are non-refundable.
Before 7 Days
- Before 7 days prior to your scheduled flight, you may reschedule or cancel your flight and no charges will apply. A full refund will be issued if cancelling.
Group Bookings
- A group is classified as 6 or more passengers.
Within 7 Days
- Within 7 days prior to your flight no rescheduling is permitted. There will be no refund if you cancel during this time period.
Between 7 to 14 Days
- Between 7 to 14 days prior to your scheduled flight, rescheduling is permitted (subject to availability) but a $50 per person rescheduling fee will be charged. Rescheduling fees are strictly non-refundable. There will be no refund if you cancel during this time period.
Before 14 Days
- Before 14 days prior to your scheduled flight, you may reschedule or cancel your flight and no charges will apply. A full refund will be issued if cancelling.
Right of Refusal
- We reserve the right of refusal if you are displaying unruly or disruptive behaviour and/or if we believe you are adversely impaired by drugs and/or alcohol. No refunds will be given. No rescheduling permitted.
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Flights operate daily except Christmas Day 25 December. At the completion of purchase, you will need to contact the tour operator to book in a flight time that suits you (Tour Operator details will be printed in your tour voucher)
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements