Chiang Mai Balloon Adventure: Classic Basket Balloon Ride
Overview
Available languages
3 hours 20 minutes
Mobile ticket
Experience a once-in-a-lifetime adventure with a hot air balloon ride over Chiang Mai’s stunning countryside at sunrise. Soar up to 2,000 meters high, gliding peacefully through the sky, and enjoy panoramic views of lush landscapes, ancient temples, and cultural landmarks. Your experienced commercial pilot will guide you over the remarkable terrain, providing a unique perspective of northern Thailand.
Upon arrival at the launch pad, located just 10 kilometers from the city center, watch the crew prepare the balloon for takeoff. After a 45-minute flight, celebrate with a delightful breakfast, fresh fruits, hot coffee, tea, and a Champagne toast.
Capture magical moments with your camera as you float effortlessly through the skies. Following your journey, enjoy a smooth transfer back to your hotel, arriving around mid-morning. This unforgettable experience leaves you with lasting memories and a signed balloon flight certificate from your professional pilot.
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A child passenger is defined as: aged 5 years to 11 years inclusive AND MUST be above 137cms. in height. (Any person 136cms. or younger no permitted, regardless of age, due to the height of the basket. No child 4 years or younger permitted.
Passengers over 75 years of age must produce a medical certificate advising fit for flight.
Balloons/baskets vary in size. Capacity is between 4-8 passengers. Maximum weight is 120 kilograms or 260 pounds. If above this, additional charge of 100% payable at location. If total weight exceeds permissible weight for flight by law, no refund or alternate flight can be offered.
Passengers must pay full attention to the safety briefing given by the pilot in command before the launch of the balloon, ad questions should be put to pilot if the briefing is not understandable or unclear.
The pilot’s decision is final on all matters, and he or she has full authority over passengers and crew who are to fully comply with his or her instructions or orders at all times.
The launch-pad in Amphur Doi Saket may need to be changed due to various factors, such as winds, etc., as instructed by the Chiang Mai airport tower. Operator is the only licensed Thai ballooning company for commercial flights in Thailand, has received approval for commercial flights and Standard Certification by the Department of Civil Aviation Thailand and therefore guarantees all appropriate safety standards are met.
All pilots are very experienced and fully licensed, having logged hundreds of hours flying passengers in hot air balloons.
A balloon flight cannot be delayed because of the late arrival of passengers! Because of meteorological reasons like heat and the thermals building up in the early morning hours the balloon has to take off and land on time!
A Flight assessment will be taken before each flight. Balloon Operator reserves the right to cancel or delay the flight for any safety reasons, unfavourable weather conditions or operational difficulties without prior notice at any time prior to the scheduled departure for any reasons. Full refund will be made.
What To Expect
Capture the stunning views as you float over the Chiang Mai countryside on a hot air balloon. Take in views of Northern Thailand’s lush landscapes.
Tweechol Botanic Garden
Beautiful, well maintained gardens of more than 100 acres.
Options
Shared Basket Balloon Ride
Pickup included
Special Occasion Flight for 2
Special Occassion: This flight is for Anniversary, Marriage Proposal, Birthday and any celebrations. Flower Bouquet or Cake Included Pickup included
Private Balloon Ride
Private Balloon Ride: This is a Private Balloon Ride Pickup included
What‘s Included
Hot Air Balloon flight of approximately 45 minutes
Welcome Drinks and Coffee Break
'Champagne Celebration' after landing
Return transportation from/to hotels in Chiang Mai city area
Balloon Flight Certificate
Gratuities (optional)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
29 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic Flight
Kathy G,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great excursion! The whole experience was top notice. Thank you for the fantastic flight and wonderful memories. This is a “must do” in Chiang Mia!!
Skilled off and landing,...
Lenore V,Jun 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Skilled off and landing, fantastic views, and an unforgettable experience. I highly recommend to anyone who is not afraid of heights.
Exciting Balloon Ride Chiang Mai
Felix D,Mar 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing way to start the day. Very well organized and friendly staff. The balloon captain was great and got us down safely.
It was a truly amazing...
JoAnn B,Feb 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a truly amazing experience worth every penny. The pick up was right on time arrived to coffee and snacks. The pilot a true pro 14 years of flying the take off and landing so smooth not even a bump. The scenery was fantastic have your camera ready!! It can get a little hot in the basket but not uncomfortable. Champagne toast and chatting with the pilots at the end was great and the picture with the certificate that I did it was a nice touch. Thank you for making this so memorable.
1st class ballooning experience
John A,Jan 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.001st Class experience, we had been looking forward to a balloon ride for years and decided that we would book it while on holiday in Chiang Mai. It was absolutely amazing from take off to landing. We couldn't fault any part of this experience. It was peaceful and the landing was very very gentle. Thank you for turning a dream into a wonderful experience
Amazing
Fahd B,Dec 30, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00i went with my sister for this bucket list trip and we were not disappointed. very cool! Chris Jones was fantastic! made the experience even better.
Amazing balloon ride!
Melinda F,Nov 27, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The balloon ride was an amazing experience! Our guide was humorous and professional, and the morning views of the sunrise were incomparable. The tour started with a coffee while completing minimal paperwork, and the time in the sky was breathtaking. After the tour was concluded, the groups were offered a champagne/mimosa toast and snacks, and we were able to chat with the other groups as well as learn more from our guide about his history as a balloon pilot. Highly recommended!
Awesome
Jennifer L,Nov 15, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Whole experience was awesome. Well organised and great staff, safe, very enjoyable and would recommend highly
A beautiful day
vanessagE3286HT,May 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a magical experience. Spring above the clouds and seeing the sunrise across Chiang Mai. I will never forget it! Highly recommend!!!
Once in a lifetime !
minerewa,Apr 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was PERFECT and it is worth every penny. Highly recommended to anyone visiting Chiang Mai. Yes it's not cheap and an early start but its once in a lifetime. Everything was very well organized the view was absolutely spectacular. I would definitely do it again next time I visit Chiang Mai.
Related Experiences
![[MAX 8pp] Gelato, Wine & Cheese in San Gimignano from Florence](https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-720x480/r/33/90/04/00/caption.jpg)
Operated by I Asia Thailand