Melbourne Balloon Flight at Sunrise

Highlights

Take in spectacular views of Melbourne at sunrise from a hot-air balloon
Float over the Central Business District and along the Yarra River
Upgrade for a celebratory Champagne breakfast after your flight
Hassle-free pickup at your Melbourne hotel

Summary

After an early-morning pickup from your Melbourne hotel, transfer to the launch site in East Melbourne and hop aboard your hot-air balloon for a thrilling ride. After a safety briefing, lift off and soar over the Central Business District and along the Yarra River, following a route chosen by your pilot depending on wind conditions. From high above the city, get a bird’s-eye view of landmarks like the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Rod Laver Arena, and the Eureka Tower; float over residential neighborhoods, beautiful parks, and scenic waterways; and watch the sunrise over the city. Land and transfer to Amora Hotel Riverwalk Melbourne, where you can toast to your unforgettable experience with a glass of Champagne and start the day with a delicious breakfast (if breakfast option selected at booking).

Tour info

Duration

4 hours

Why take this tour?

There is no more spectacular view of Melbourne and the Yarra River than from the basket of a hot-air balloon at sunrise. On this unforgettable tour, experience Melbourne at its most magical as you float over its modern skyscrapers, scenic waterfront, and green parks; enjoy incredible aerial views; and then celebrate your safe landing with a Champagne breakfast (optional).

What’s included?

Champagne breakfast (option to be selected at time of booking)
Professional guide
Hotel pickup (before the flight)
Drop-off at the Amora Hotel Riverwalk Melbourne (after the flight)
Approximate 1 hour sunrise balloon flight over Melbourne
Complete flight, ground insurance & launch/ landing government fees in and around the city
Hotel drop-off
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 4h
Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

Regular temperature checks for staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Global Ballooning Australia

About operator:

Global Ballooning Australia have shared a sunrise with over 100,000 people since 1992. Operating 364 days a year (weather permitting), gently float over the world’s most liveable city or the countryside. When you choose Global Ballooning Australia you know you are flying with Victoria's most celebrated hot air ballooning business. You will enjoy award winning daily sunrise hot air balloon flights over Melbourne City, Yarra Valley & Mansfield, experiences recognised multiple times by the Victorian tourism industry that resulted in Global Ballooning Australia being inducted into the Hall of Fame as the best Tourism Operator in the state. Ballooning over Melbourne is a truly unique experience as it is one of very few cities in the world that can traversed in a hot air balloon. To enjoy the best of Victorian country side, ballooning over the Yarra Valley is one of Victoria's most spectacular winery regions or Mansfield, located at foothills of the Victorian Alps with spectacular scenery.