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Float above the outback desert on this exciting hot air balloon adventure! Rise before dawn and watch your balloon inflate in the early rays of daybreak, before boarding your balloon and heading aloft. Drift over this barren landscape and spot wildlife from the air. Enjoy light refreshments including sparkling wine and fruit juice at the landing site. This is a great way to see the Outback.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
On occasion, the 60 minute flight time may be two separate, sequential 30 minute flights taken one directly after the other with a short changeover in between the two flights, depending on operational restrictions. Passengers will be notified the day prior should this be the case on the day of their flight.
Child price applies to 6-14 years and must be accompanied by an adult.
Children 3-5 years are not recommended but considered on an individual basis.
Weather Conditions
Safety is our primary concern and if we are prevented from flying due to unsuitable weather conditions, passengers may either re-book for another day or receive a full refund. The pilot’s decision with regard to flying conditions is final.
Where possible, the balloon flight should always be booked for the first available day in the area to allow for re-booking in case of bad weather.
General Health
Physical fitness is not a requirement to enjoy a ballooning adventure, but passengers must be able to climb up and into the basket (approx. 1.2 metres in height) unaided using the basket foot holes and stand for the duration of the flight.
Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) rules and regulations and Outback Ballooning’s policy prevent us from flying women who are over 12 weeks pregnant. Pregnancy must be advised in advance.
Illness and/or recent operations that may affect the person or other persons on the tour must be notified to Outback Ballooning in advance. Medication should be brought on the tour.
The packing up tasks at the end of the flight are optional and we would appreciate your assistance in these enjoyable activities. However, they do involve some lifting and participation is entirely voluntary. Passengers that are less able bodied are invited to stand back and take photos. Persons with medical conditions participating in the balloon flight and pack up activities do so at their own risk.
Any form of disablement must be discussed with Outback Ballooning prior to making a booking. Each person is considered on an individual basis.
The flight and carriage of any passenger will take place at the pilot’s discretion.
Sparkling Wine
Fruit juice
Selection of individually packaged muffins, slices and cookies
Cheese and biscuits
Fresh fruit
Menu subject to change without notice
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
30 or 60 minute hot air balloon flight (depending on option selected)
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Hotel pickup and drop off
Light refreshments including sparkling wine and fruit juice
Bookings made prior to 26 July 2022 do not include the $AUD30pp mandatory CASA Insurance Charge.
60-minute hot air balloon tour over the Central Australian Outback. Includes pickup/drop off from Alice Springs hotels and light refreshments including sparkling wine and fruit juice.
Pickup included
30-minute hot air balloon tour over the Central Australian Outback. Includes pickup/drop off from Alice Springs hotels and light refreshments including sparkling wine and fruit juice.
Pickup included
384 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
sazlucybowen,
Apr 13, 2025
- Viator
An absolutely amazing experience from start to finish. Picked up by our friendly driver from our accommodation, taken to the launch site where we got to watch the prep of our balloon and the inflation. Then we were asked to get into the basket and our pilot introduced himself, before we knew it we were off - floating in the most tranquil, peaceful way in the skies above Alice Springs and surrounding areas. The landscape was stunning, the sun rose during our journey and this was just the most phenomenal and beautiful sight. We saw Kangaroos hopping beneath us and the occasional intrigued cow. The landing was gentle and calm. We then all had a team building experience deflating and putting the balloon away, which was a lot more fun than it sounds! And we finished off with champagne and snacks, before being taken back to our accommodation. I am scared of heights but didn’t feel worried once, it’s difficult to explain but it’s so calm and amazing. 100% recommend! This was one of the best experiences of my life! Thank you Outback Ballooning!
Mariela w,
Apr 5, 2025
- Viator
It was so beautiful beheld everything from the sky! Even we saw a kangaroo running !!! When we came back we had cheese and champagne ! After we help to fold the balloon!!
Beth M,
Feb 6, 2025
- Viator
Well worth the early morning wake up call. Our balloon operator and his staff made sure the weather was safe to fly and explained the process of preparing the balloon for flight and pointing landmarks out as we drifted in the morning light. We also helped deflate the balloon at the end of the journey and celebrated with champagne and biscuits. Great experience.
Paula H,
Feb 4, 2025
- Viator
It was amazing I loved it the tour guides were friendly the landing and take off so smooth can not wait to do again
Matt H,
Jan 14, 2025
- Viator
A wonderful experience! While I’m not a fan of getting up before dawn, it was worth it. After selecting the right launch spot, our pilot Jason and his able assistant Caitlyn had the balloon laid out, inflated and ready to fly in about 20 minutes. Takeoff in the quiet pre-dawn was perfectly timed to have just enough light to appreciate silently rising to nearly 1000 feet in altitude. Then, after floating over cattle stations and observing the sunrise, Jason landed us on a dime as Caitlyn arrived in the support bus. Initiating us with the balloon flyers tradition of champagne, we were certified official aero-nauts before being returned to our hotels. All in all, the best early morning on vacation you’ll ever have!
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