Methven-Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flight

Overview

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Our Pilots will take you up to 9500 ft above the patchwork Canterbury Plains with spectacular Panoramic views west to the Mountains and east to the Pacific Ocean.

Launching from the famous foothills of Mt Hutt. The flight can only be described as exhilarating, gliding above the treetops and rising up to watch as the Canterbury Plains roll out in front of you. Then looking west you will see the majestic snow caped Southern Alps.

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Photos will be posted on Facebook or on request from us [email protected]

To finish we will be having a celebratory glass of Sparkling wine or fruit juice

What To Expect

Methven

There can be few finer places to take a balloon flight than New Zealand's Canterbury Plains. We take off close to the foothills of Mt. Hutt, where the mountains provide excellent shelter from the prevailing North Westerly winds. We have unlimited airspace restrictions upto 9,500 ft which gives us fantastic views across the southern alps as far away as Mt. Cook and Mt. Aspiring and also looking East across the patchwork landscape of the plains to the Pacific coast. Methven is a great place to spend a few days with many other attractions including mountain walks and the Lord of the Rings site at Mt. Sunday.

Admission Not Applicable

Canterbury Region

We meet in the center of Methven where there is ample parking and conveniences. After introductions, we will travel in our 4X4 chase vehicle to the best launch site for the given wind direction on the day (approx. 20 mins). We will then have a safety briefing and inflate the balloons. After take-off we usually climb to a good altitude for seeing the panoramic views and take pictures (we also have a camera attached to the balloon for inflight photographs). After which we descend to a lower altitude for the second half of the flight where you will be able to see things on the ground better. After landing we will enjoy a celebration drink in the landing field and then travel back to Methven in the chase vehicle, which will have been following us throughout the flight.

Admission Not Applicable

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Methven-Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flight

Reviews

4.86

64 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Once in a lifetime incredible experience
U3265EWoliviat,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had such an amazing experience with Graeme and the team. So friendly and the flight was so peaceful and such a beautiful way to see the foothills and plains of Canterbury. Would highly recommend doing this, truly a once in a life time experience!
Birthday bash
Norman T,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Dress nice and warm . It was nice to have a 6am start, to see the sunrise. The staff were top notch 👌 It was a wonderful surprise for my wife and daughter as a birthday shout.
Magnificent Methven
caitr onac2025,
Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Unique experience on the Canterbury Plains! Incredible views of the Southern Alps. Our guide was very knowledgeable and reassuring- a safe pair of hands!
Fantastic flight
kerryf982,
Jul 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing experience and a fantastic team very knowledgeable and experienced pilot,views like no other.What an amazing way to see methven area . Highly recommend.will be back again.
Great and wonderful experience in perfect conditions for flying
prashantunplugged,
Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wonderful experience today of flying in beautiful day at Methven…Whole family enjoyed each and every moment..Views were amazing and Graeme and team were amazing and super helpful
Poor experience for what you pay.
Donovan O,
Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00
You travel 30 minutes to your take off area. Then when you get there you have to walk throw a field full of cow dung. The operators of the business then expect the kindness of people to set up the whole balloon operation. It takes an hour to set this up all while walking and carrying things that are lying on the cow dung. The flight itself is wonderful. Then when landing it takes another hour to pack the balloon all away. All while carrying the deflated balloon lying in cow dung. Not once is a wet wipe or cloth offered to clients. We found our arms and legs having dung on them. We then have a 30 min trip back. So the whole flight is about an hour. For the price you pay We really don't expect to be helping to set up and break down the equipment.
Methven hot air balloon ride
Teresa W,
Apr 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Amazing experience! A bit of waiting around beforehand and after as balloon is assembled and packed up. Nerve-racking and thrilling! Would recommend wearing a cap as the flame is really hot above your head.
Phenomenal experience - a must do!!
Autumn white,
Apr 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What an incredible experience! Graham and his team were superb and made our first time ballooning so very special. Every aspect of this experience was perfectly managed from initial pick up, locating the appropriate spot to launch, safety considerations, in flight commentary on the area and not to mention a lovely glass of bubbles after landing. We cannot recommend Graham and his team highly enough for a stunning hot air balloon experience.
unforgettable
402shitaln,
Apr 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Simply Amazing Experience and fantastic views. The flight was so peaceful and calm We all had great time together. I would recommend this to anyone who loves the scenic outdoors.
Methven Hot Air Balloon
Navigate60603076005,
Mar 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What an amazing experience!! It had the most beautiful views. All the staff were so great with all their knowledge of the area. Thoroughly, thoroughly loved it!