Overview
Discover the beauty of a Victorian Alps town with perfect weather for hot air ballooning.
- Breathtaking alpine views and mountain forests
- Exciting pre-flight experience
- Silent drifting over beautiful landscape
- Opportunity to help pack away the balloon
- Choose the voucher option and add a gift pack, including a personalised message card and video reveal.
Product Details
Hot air ballooning over Mansfield is an unforgettable experience. Rise above the world and soar over magnificent alpine views and mountain forests. Witness the hidden paradise as it wakes to the first light.
Join your pilot in the wee hours of the morning and help prepare the hot air balloon, or stand back and watch in awe as it fills with air. Either way, have your camera ready to capture this truly amazing experience.
As you step into the basket, feel the excitement and exhilaration build, lifting off to drift silently over the breathtaking landscape. Soak up the special feel that hot air ballooning over Mansfield offers during these early morning hours.
Afterwards, help pack away the beautiful balloon or sit back and watch as it gently deflates. This is truly an experience that will stay with you forever. Life is short. Take the chance and soar high above it all with a Mansfield balloon flight.
Need to Know
Flights are weather dependent. On your flight confirmation, youll see there is a process to find out if your flight is proceeding the night before your scheduled flight.
Allow one hour for the ballooning ride and 3-4 hours in total.
Availability of this hot air ballooning adventure is dependent on the weather. You will find out the night before if your flight will go ahead.
Valid for one adult.
Bring a hat, extra socks and sunglasses. The burners can sometimes drip water mixed with carbon. The operator is not responsible for clothing that is stained or damaged as a part of the adventure activity.
Children under the age of 6 are not allowed on these hot-air ballooning adventures. You will be asked for your weight when booking.
Frequently asked questions
What should I wear for a balloon flight?
How many people can join a hot air balloon flight?
The number of participants in a hot air balloon flight varies by operator and package. Some baskets carry 10, 12, 16, 20, or even 22 passengers, while others have minimum group requirements or offer private flights. Check the details for your chosen flight to see the exact capacity and whether the experience is shared or private.
What weather is required for ballooning?
Weather plays a crucial role in hot-air ballooning, as flights depend heavily on suitable conditions. Calm winds, clear skies, and stable atmospheric conditions are ideal for safe and enjoyable flights. Pilots may postpone or reschedule flights if the weather is too windy, rainy, or otherwise unsafe, ensuring passenger safety is always the top priority.
