Hot Air Balloon Flights for the Family
Nothing beats watching the sun rise from a balloon basket, drifting silently over the hills, hinterland or rainforest as the world wakes up below. These family friendly hot air balloon flights make it easy to add a once in a lifetime sunrise to your trip, wherever you're travelling in Australia.
Gold Coast Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight
The Gold Coast Sunrise Balloon Flight floats over the Hinterland with hotel transfers included, so there's no early morning driving for sleepy families. Minimum age is 3, with kids under 12 needing an adult alongside, making it one of the easiest first balloon flights for younger children.
Port Douglas Hot Air Ballooning
The Port Douglas Hot Air Ballooning flight crosses the Atherton Tablelands between rainforest and reef, a rare chance to see both worlds from the air in one trip. Minimum age is 4, and teens 13 to 17 can fly solo with an adult for the rest of the tour.
Canberra Hot Air Balloon Flight
The Canberra Hot Air Balloon Flight drifts over the capital at dawn, taking in views of Lake Burley Griffin and the surrounding hills, finishing with a sparkling celebration for the grown ups. Minimum age is 6, and kids 6 to 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Frequently asked questions
What age can kids go hot air ballooning?
Minimum ages vary by region, from 3 on the Gold Coast to 6 in Canberra, with younger kids needing an adult alongside throughout the flight.
How early do balloon flights depart?
Flights depend on calm air, so pickup is typically well before sunrise with the balloon landing a few hours later, leaving the rest of the day free.
Is breakfast or champagne included?
Most flights finish with a toast for the adults and a commemorative certificate for everyone, with a full breakfast often available as an optional extra.
What happens if the weather is not suitable for flying?
Hot air balloon flights are weather dependent, so operators will reschedule to the next available morning or offer a refund if conditions are not safe to fly.
Which balloon flight is best for younger kids?
The Gold Coast Sunrise Balloon Flight has the youngest minimum age at 3, making it a good starting point for families with younger children keen to try ballooning.
Local tip: dress in layers for any of these flights, mornings start cool at altitude before sunrise but warm up quickly once the balloon is on the ground.
Sort your family's sunrise balloon flight above, Canberra, the Gold Coast or Port Douglas. All good days are waiting.
