Sydney hot air ballooning

There's nothing quite like watching your kids' faces as the ground drops away and the Camden Valley unfolds beneath a hot air balloon at sunrise. Just 50 minutes from the Sydney CBD, this is a genuine family adventure, one that's easy to combine with plenty of other Sydney experiences if you're keen to make a full week of it. Here's what's floating above the Macarthur region right now.

Sunrise Sydney Hot Air Balloon Flight from Camden

The Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight from Camden takes families up over the Nepean River, the Blue Mountains and the historic towns of Picton and Camden, all while the first light of day lands on the countryside below. Kids aged 7 and up are welcome aboard, making this one of the few big Sydney adventures the whole family can share together.

A Celebration Breakfast to Finish the Morning

Once you're back on solid ground, the same Camden Valley experience rounds things off with a celebration breakfast at The Camden Valley Inn, a relaxed way to swap stories about the flight before heading back towards the city. Allow around three hours in total for the full morning out.

More Family Adventures Around Sydney

Balloon flights depart in the very early hours, so if some of the family would rather sleep in, there's plenty to fill the rest of the day. Take on the Sydney Tower SKYWALK for another kind of view from above, meet native wildlife at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, or keep the adrenaline going with a Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride.

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum age for hot air ballooning in Sydney?

Children must be 7 years or older to fly, and all passengers need to be able to climb into the basket and stand comfortably for the full hour long flight.

How early do Sydney hot air balloon flights depart?

Flights depart between 3.30am and 6am to catch calm morning air and the sunrise, with the exact time confirmed the night before based on weather conditions.

How far is Camden Valley from Sydney?

The Camden Valley launch site is approximately 50 minutes from the Sydney CBD in the historic Macarthur region.

What happens if the weather cancels our flight?

Hot air ballooning is weather dependent, and flights can be rescheduled to another date if conditions aren't safe for flying on the day.

Is breakfast included with the Sydney hot air balloon flight?

Yes, a celebration breakfast at The Camden Valley Inn is included after your flight, giving the family a proper sit down meal to end the morning.

Local tip: book a weekday flight if your family's schedule allows it, quieter roads on the early morning drive out to Camden Valley make for a far more relaxed start before sunrise.

Sort your Sydney hot air ballooning adventure above, a sunrise flight over the Camden Valley with breakfast included, then fill the rest of your family's day with a Tower SKYWALK, a Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride or a visit to WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo. All good days are waiting.