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Watch the sunrise as you glide over the Greater Brisbane region including heritage city of Ipswich, Scenic Rim & Somerset countryside, on a 1-hour scenic hot air balloon flight. Located just 30-minutes west of Queensland's capital city Brisbane, Ipswich offers the best of both worlds with a mix of both country and city views. You'll experience uninterrupted views over the Greater Brisbane region, Scenic Rim and Somerset countryside along with the Great Dividing Range as a backdrop. This unforgettable sunrise balloon flight is topped off with a delicious restaurant breakfast and a commemorative flight certificate.
This personal and professional boutique ballooning experience has been operating for over 20 + years in the Greater Brisbane region, with each flight undertaken by the owner, operator and Chief Pilot who has over 30+ years ballooning experience.
We provide small group ballooning experiences - with a max. 10 guests only, each flight is professional & personal for all involved
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children (6 - 12 years) must be accompanied by an adult. No infants allowed.
Disabled passengers are able to balloon, although limitations do apply due to the Civil Aviation and Safety Authority (CASA) regulations. CASA requires that all passengers are able to embark and disembark a balloon basket unassisted for safety reasons. No wheelchair facilities are available. Disabled persons participating in the balloon flight do so at their own risk and the company accepts no liability for any damage or injury caused. As the flight is for approximately 1 hour, passengers must be able to stand unaided for the duration of the flight. (ie: no additional aids such as seats, walkers, sticks or crutches are permitted in the basket). If in doubt, an able bodied person (friend or relative) must accompany the "slightly infirm" passenger.
Weight notification: For flight manifest purposes all passengers’ names and estimated weights (in kilograms). Please advise the booking office if any client is over 90 kilograms, or have any medical issues. As weight is an important factor in a hot air balloon; passengers weighing 115 Kg or over attracts a 50% surcharge. Due to safety factors passengers over 130kg cannot participate in hot air ballooning.
During any Government Health &/ or Covid restrictions, all passengers will be required to follow the FIHABF Health/ Covid 19 Policy & Safety Plan requirements, and comply with all Federal Government and Queensland Health requirements imposed at the time of your flight. Please familiarize yourself with any Government & Health authority mandates including the wearing of face masks and how it applies to you, prior to your flight. By booking tickets to attend this ballooning experience you accept these participation entry requirements.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Transport in air-conditioned vehicles and an open balloon basket!
Commemorative Flight certificate
Approx 1 hour balloon flight with scenic city & country views
Optional participation in the inflation & deflation process of the balloon
Sit down after flight restaurant breakfast
Professional Chief Pilot & Inflight Guide with over 30 years experience
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Self drive arrangements to meeting point required eg Own or rental car, Taxi, Uber or stay local
Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights provides a boutique hot air ballooning experience showcasing spectacular city & country views of the Greater Brisbane region encompassing Ipswich, Scenic Rim & Somerset countryside whilst aloft in a balloon wicker basket for an approx 1 hour flight time. How program takes 3 - 4 hours however. Once up in the air you’ll see hot air ballooning is all about the views. With Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights you’ll have the opportunity to soak in where city life and country charm collide just a 30-minute drive west of Brisbane. The geography and climate make this area ideal for hot air balloon flights. Ballooning is the best way to view South-East Queensland’s diverse natural landscape as you float over the rich agricultural land, valleys and mountain ranges of the Ipswich, Scenic Rim and Somerset regions. While in the air there is no doubt our Chief Pilot Graeme will point out a few gems to explore once back on land. Our office NOT meeting point
Ipswich Visitor Information Centre
Floating Images meet all our passengers at the Ipswich VIC to commence the ballooning program including scenic views from above of the Greater Brisbane region including Ipswich, Scenic Rim & Somerset country regions.
1-Hour Hot Air Balloon Flight providing city & country views over Ipswich, Scenic Rim & Somerset countryside plus a hot breakfast and commemorative flight certificate
199 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
M8222XDtarag,
Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Ballooning was a lifelong dream of ours and we absolutely loved our experience with Graeme Day. The views were amazing and the company was excellent.

mickeys413,
Jul 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Would recommend !!!!!!!! Amazing experience...great pilot And !!!!!!an amazing soft landing Would do again !!! Mickey







Paradise44264673699,
Jun 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The staff were experienced, friendly & lots of fun while keeping us all safe on our beautiful journey. And a fab breaky at the end. Would highly recommend it.


653be,
Jun 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Beautiful experience to celebrate our wedding anniversary, Graeme is very experienced, we felt very safe in his hands.


Meander43800809685,
Jun 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The scene isvreally pretty. We have good weather and the best pilot. We saw the sunrise and enjoy the wind.
RandallTan,
May 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Definitely recommended if you are ever in Brisbane. What an experience to share with your family and kids! Graeme, Caitlin, and Chris were amazing and we were extremely fortunate to have them brief and guide us on this experience.
tanealem2025,
May 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
My husband surprised me with a hot air balloon flight and what a fabulous experience for my 40th birthday. Was very relaxing, stunning views and friendly staff


margaretsL9425OV,
Mar 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Excellent, excellent, excellent! Picturesque scenes and interesting information along the way! Also a very gentle take off and gentle landing!
994wallya,
Mar 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Amazing experience with an amazing local business. Graeme and crew were absolutely awesome. Made the experience even better.



jodien789,
Mar 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Magical. It’s so peaceful up there. Extremely professional and friendly group of expert ballooners. Learned a lot of local info as we were flying over farm land. Soft landing, which was actually a surprise. Felt very safe. Now sitting having a yummy breakfast, catering for gluten as well, plus a toast with a non alcohol sparklingly white. That was unexpected and a very nice touch. You can do it ✌️ Thanks Floating Images

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