Book Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon Tours

• Witness the spectacular Gold Coast skyline and hinterland area as you soar 2,000 ft above in a hot air balloon as the sun rises over the city.
• Enjoy hassle-free round-trip transfers from Queensland to the launch site and witness the sight of balloons being inflated at dawn.
• Drift higher above Queensland as you admire the sweeping vistas of the golden shores, hills, rainforests, and rivers.
• Get accompanied by a skilled pilot and enjoy plenty of room to move around and capture panoramic photos in Australia's only ‘Walk in Basket’.

Inclusions

• Hot air balloon flight
• Round-trip transfers
• Digital photo package

• Tip: Keep an eye out for kangaroos and koalas when you soar above the rainforest, adding an extra touch of excitement to your ballooning adventure.
• This experience is restricted for children below 3 years.
• This experience is restricted for pregnant women.
• Visitors under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by an adult.
• Visitors who have significant knee, hip, or back problems must consult with the pilot prior to their flight.
• It is recommended to wear warm clothing and sturdy shoes for this experience.
• The duration of the flight will range from 40 to 60 mins, depending on the wind condition.
• Your experience may be subject to change due to circumstances such as strong winds.

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

Soar above the Gold Coast at sunrise, then toast your adventure with sparkling wine on landing.

• Everything you get: A 30-minute hot air balloon ride with expert pilots, sparkling wine upon landing, a flight certificate, free digital souvenir photo package, and round-trip A/C coach transfers.
• Why choose this: Start your day with a sunrise balloon ride led by Australia’s most experienced team, complete with sparkling wine and hassle-free hotel transfers.
• Upgrades: Add a vineyard breakfast featuring local produce and sparkling wine, and meet friendly alpacas at O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards.

Inclusions

• 30-minute hot air balloon ride
• Expert crew
• Sparkling wine upon landing
• Flight certificate
• Free digital souvenir photo package
• Round-trip A/C coach transfers (from selected locations)
• Entry to O'Reilly's Canungra Valley Vineyards (based on selected option)
• Breakfast (menu here) (based on selected option)

Exclusions

• Additional expenses

What to bring

• Bring your ticket or booking confirmation.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes.
• Dress in casual, outdoor layered clothing; white clothing is not recommended.
• Bring a peak hat, sunglasses, and a bottle of water.
• Don’t forget your camera to capture the experience.

What’s not allowed

• Pregnant persons beyond 3 months (13 weeks) are not permitted to fly.
• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed on the balloon or coach.
• Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited during the experience.
• Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.

Accessibility

• This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• Pick up is available from selected Gold Coast hotels or designated meeting points (Nerang or Canungra). Exact pick-up time will be confirmed after booking.
• All times are indicative and may change with the season; exact times will be provided after booking.
• For self-drive guests, please check current road conditions before departure.
• Please arrive at your designated pick-up point on time, as late arrivals may result in missed flights and no refunds.

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

See sunrise from the sky & spot whales up close in this Gold Coast sky-to-sea combo.

• Everything you get at the Hot Air Balloon: 60-minute hot air balloon flight, round-trip transfers from Queensland, & digital photo package.
• Everything you get at the Whale Watching Cruise: 2.5-hour cruise, live commentary by crew, sighting guarantee (free return voucher if no whales are spotted).
• Why choose this combo: See the Gold Coast from the sky and sea—lift off into the sunrise, then sail the Humpback Highway to see humpback whales. No planning stress, just two epic experiences with one booking.

Inclusions

Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon

• 60-minute hot air balloon flight
• Round-trip transfers from Queensland
• Digital photo package

Whale Watching Cruise

• 2.5-hour whale-watching cruise
• Live commentary by the crew
• Sighting guarantee (Free return voucher if no whales are spotted)

Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon

• Guests with knee, hip or back problems must consult with the pilot prior to their flight.
• This experience is not suitable for pregnant women.
• Guests under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult.
• Your experience may be subject to change due to circumstances such as strong winds.

Whale Watching Cruise

• This experience is wheelchair accessible.
• This experience is not pram/stroller accessible.
• Ramps are available at the venue for easy access.
• Pregnant women and guests with a pre-existing medical condition or those who have been to a hospital recently must consult a doctor before booking.
• Your guide dog is welcome onboard.
• In the event that no whales are sighted during your cruise, you’ll get a free return cruise valid for 12 months.
• The cruise departs from Sea World Cruises Terminal, Main Beach.

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