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Experience one glorious hour of flying over the beautiful Gold Coast hinterland! This is one hour in your life you will never forget. You will experience the true essence of peace and serenity at its best while you fly over the GC, feeling the fresh air in your hair and the scenic views that can make a grown man cry. Yes, it’s really that amazing.
Balloon Aloft Gold Coast has been proudly flying the Gold Coast skies for nearly 30yrs. One of Australia’s longest running Hot Air Ballooning Companies. Together with our amazing team of nature and adventure lovers we have designed the ultimate Ballooning Experience for you.
We can pick you up from most hotels on the Gold Coast.
However, anywhere South of Broadbeach or North Labrador you will need to meet us at the Star Casino Lobby, 1 Casino Drive, Broadbeach or any of the main hotels within our transfer zone.
Can I self drive or join you at the Hot Air Balloon meeting point?
You can make your way or self drive to one of the main hotels within our complimentary transfer zone. Or you can meet us at the Star Casino Lobby, 1 Casino Drive, Broadbeach. Just notify us on booking where you would like us to pick you up.
There is no problem meeting us in Broadbeach, particularly if you are staying at a residence in Coolangatta, Mermaid Beach, or Burleigh Heads.
Our bus will pick you up along the coast at The Star Casino at Broadbeach, the parking is well lit and a safe place to meet us. Our bus will depart from the coast for the Gold Coast Hinterland and you can get on with us, leaving your vehicle there and returning around 10am (seasonal).
We will inform you of the exact meeting time when you book, which will vary with the season. Please park in the underground garage (free) and then proceed up the stairs to reception (there is only one area) and sit on the couches until our bus arrives
For any concerns you may contact the driver directly at tel: 07 5531 5536. You can meet Hot Air at Nerang by GPS if you have a GPS device
The Star Casino, Casino Drive, Broadbeach, Queensland
Flight Alteration & Cancellation of a Booking:
In the unfortunate event you should have to alter or cancel your booking, certain fees apply:
Individual Passenger Booking (1 – 3 passengers)
What if I miss my flight?
If you fail to show up for your flight or do not arrive in time for the flight and you miss your scheduled flight date, 100% of the full flight fare is forfeited and no rebook or refund will be made. You may send someone else in your place if you wish on the day with prior notification to us.
What if my Whole Group has to cancel?
Group Passenger Booking- 4 or more
If you need to change your Flight date, we require 72hrs notice before your departure, a $25pp change of date fee applies prior to that.
Within 48hrs no refunds will be given, however, we will do our very best to work with you to change your flight date at a cost of $100 per person.
Although we live on the beautiful sunny Gold Coast, there are a few days a year we may not be able to fly. Our balloon pilots monitor the weather conditions very closely and will never endanger you as a guest if the weather is not 100% safe to fly.
On most occasions we are aware the night before if the weather is not looking the best, however as we all know the weather can be quite unpredictable at times and we may have to cancel on the day of your flight.
In the rare occasion that we need to cancel, we will offer you an alternative date to fly, or a full refund will be given if you have chosen a “Refundable” Ticket minus the refund insurance of $20.00 per person. If you have chosen “Non Refundable” your ticket will be open dated and bookable for the next 12 months.
Children aged 3-12 years must be accompanied by an adult. Children under the age of 3 are not permitted to fly.
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Hot Air Ballooning Civil Aviation policy states that if you are over 12 weeks pregnant you cannot fly.
We specialise in flying over the Gold Coast, so there is less travel for your ballooning experience. On most occasions we have you back to your hotel some two hours before other hot air balloon companies. We will have you back to your hotel at approximately 8.30 am (seasonal). Getting back earlier gives you plenty of time to have a breakfast at your hotel before you head out for the rest of the day or off to the Theme parks which open at 10am
If you go to www.balloonaloftphotos.net you can follow the prompts to find your flight date photos.
Although you get to experience the lovely warmth of the Hot Air Balloon Burners, some mornings can be a little cool. We recommend you wear a jumper or jacket that you can take off if you want as the morning goes on. We also recommend that you wear closed in shoes but this is not absolutely necessary if you do not have them.
NO SCARVES PLEASE.
And don’t forget to bring that adventurous smile!
We have highly experienced Hot Air Balloon pilots from all over the world, so we are proud to say that we are the only specialists who fly over our beautiful Gold Coast waterways and skyline.
We also love to showcase diversity of our South East Queensland region, the contrast between the Green forested mountains with our Golden beaches, so depending on the weather we can take you on either of these two magnificent adventures, and sometimes even both!
Yes absolutely! You can meet them at the dining area and we will even extend to you our special rate of $45 per person. Vegan & Gluten Free options available!
If you have a large group or would like to fly on a weekend, it’s recommended that you book two weeks in advance. In saying that, we will always do our best to fit you the in if you decide on a last minute adventure! For predetermined dates and special occasions let us know as soon as possible when you want to fly and of any special requests you may have.
We fly on average between 15 hundred to 5000 thousand feet above the ground.
Yes, our hot air balloon pilots all have commercial pilot licenses and 100% safety records. We are just like any other aviation charter business and the same rules and regulations apply.
There are many different balloon sizes from small one-person balloons to twenty- four person balloons. Our average balloon or “envelope” sizes that carry your basket are approximately 13 stories high. It holds about 450 000 cubic feet of air. That’s about a weight of 18 tonnes when fully inflated!
Although we need some wind to fly the balloon, we can’t fly if there is too much wind. We fly early morning because the winds are at their calmest. Also, a lower ambient temperature means that it is easier to get the balloon off the ground and keep it in the air and we don’t need to heat it to such a high temperature. This in turn means we don’t use so much gas and can fly longer. We also want our passengers to be able to see the spectacular Gold Coast sunrises.
Our largest balloon can carry up to twenty-four passengers plus the pilot in Australia.
Flights generally last an hour, however a balloon can remain airborne for longer periods, subject to fuel supplies.
Expect a feeling of exhilaration as you gently float above the magnificent Gold Coast skyline and take in its incredible views. You are travelling inside and with the wind current, so there is a serene feeling of calm and stillness.
Generally it doesn’t get much colder than what it is on the ground. You don’t feel any wind because you are moving at the same speed as the wind. We also find that the burner acts as an excellent provider of heat.
About us
Balloon Aloft Gold Coast is the only Hot Air Ballooning experience that specializes in flying over the Gold Coast.
