Cairns & the Tropical North

Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon ride

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From $295.24

Select Date and Travelers

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

  • 4 to 6 hours
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Get a bird’s-eye perspective of Tropical North Queensland on an unforgettable hot air balloon flight at sunrise. Soar over the Atherton Tablelands as golden sunlight breaks across beautiful farmlands, rivers, and forests. Choose the duration of your flights and enjoy pickup and drop-off from your Cairns, Northern Beaches, or Palm Cove hotel. It’s a breathtakingly beautiful way to start your day!
  • Early-morning hot air balloon flight over Queensland's Atherton Tablelands
  • Free commemorative flight certificate
  • Expert interpretive commentary
  • Pickup and drop off from all centrally located Cairns, Northern Beaches, and Palm Cove hotels

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Commemorative flight certificate
  • Insurance Levy
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Digital photo package
  • Glass of Bubbly or Juice
  • We provide a light breakfast snack
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup from Yorkeys, Holloways, Kewarra

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

04:00 AM

Pickup details

We pick up at hotels in the Cairns and Northern Beaches areas.

What To Expect

Greet the sun as it rises over Tropical North Queensland on a memorable hot air balloon ride. Be prepared for early morning pickup at your Cairns, Northern Beaches, or Palm Cove hotel in order to be in the air by daybreak. After traveling to the launch site, climb aboard a sturdy basket and watch as flames fill an enormous balloon with hot air.

As you rise off the ground above the scenic Atherton Tablelands, get a fantastic aerial perspective of the region’s farmlands, rivers, and rolling hills in the distance. Your pilot points out unique features and points of interest as you float over the beautiful terrain. Watch morning fog dissipate as the sun washes the landscape with a rosy, golden light, and wave to other balloons that maybe floating nearby.

After your time in the air, return gently to the ground. Help deflate, roll, and repack the enormous balloon with your crew and fellow passengers for a fun and interactive finish. Receive a certificate to commemorate your spectacular flight, and relax on the return drive to your hotel.

Hot Air Balloon Cairns (Pass By)

Atherton Tablelands

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • All passengers must be able to get into the balloon basket unaided to the satisfaction of the pilot, or they will not be able to fly
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children aged 3 years and under are not permitted to fly
  • Mobile phone contact required when booking
  • Pregnant women unable to travel
  • Please provide mobile phone number or email address at time of booking
  • Flight time is minimum 40 minutes
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 80 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Laurie_R
Frank Roy and Tony were amazing. The whole experience made us feel like we were in great hands. Floating up in the sky was calming and peaceful and seeing the sunrise was magnificent. I would recommend this to anyone!

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Memorable experience
Donald_M, Feb 2024
An experience to remember! Great views along with the crew who kept us entertained the whole way! Worth every penny.
Sunrise Hot Air balloon flight
Tara_M, Aug 2023
Josh our balloon pilot was very knowledgeable about all the spectacular views from the balloon. Lunch was delicious. The whole experience from pick up to return drop off, was very professional and well worth the money. We'd definitely recommend this to our family & friends.
Just the smooth flught it...
Robert_J, Feb 2023
Just the smooth flught it was awsome and the landing was perfect and on board commentary was awsome to
Breathtaking!
Elizabeth_S, Jan 2023
Excellent pilot and ground crew! Everyone was very professional, and made it an amazing experience! The flight was smooth and absolutely breathtaking. Can’t recommend this experience enough.
Scared of heights but loved being up there
Bryan_C, Oct 2022
The experience was a great way to see the Atherton tableland with the pilot Josh and the land crew of Susie and Tony make the trip a memorable time . I would recommend this a trip for all
Our Balloon Experience
LINTON_L, Oct 2022
Josh and the team were great. Josh kept up a very interesting commentary throughout the flight. We were picked up from our hotel at the exact time we were told the transport would be there. The whole activity was hassle free and a lot of fun.
Landscape from the sky
Alexandra_M, Aug 2022
All the operators where so nice and friendly. Watching the sunrise over the mountains was beautiful. The overall experience was calming and comfortable
Amazing experience
SHARON_E, Aug 2022
From the moment we were picked up by our guide Brownie , we knew it was going to be a great experience. He was very knowledgeable and kept us entertained, the ride to Mareeba was great . When we got to our area to take off , we were given all the information and instructions very clearly . Our pilot Frank and his offsider Brian were awesome . The amazing views and feeling of being up in the sky was the most magical thing we have ever done . Worth every dollar . The landing was perfect and even helping packing up the balloon was a awesome experience. And the champagne and chatting afterwards just finished it all off wonderfully . Thank you again to Frank for the best ride ever .
It was a good start to the morning
Stewart_D, Aug 2022
The driver and the bollon pilot where good and very informative of what they where doing and the area , and would recommend you to recommendtanyone
Calm, peaceful, beautiful views, a great experience.
Gaye_C, Jul 2022
It was peaceful and floaty, not at all gut lurching. Our landing was smooth. I loved it and would do it again. Our pilot was awesome and I liked hearing the communications with the other balloon and the crew on the ground. Walking inside the balloon after it came down was an "on the ground" highlight.
Must try
Sarita_P, Jul 2022
The crew were good and ensured we had a good experience....right from hotel pick up to the balloon ride
Fantastic morning a great way to start the day
Rodney_D, Jun 2022
The whole morning was special but I think the team that run the morning have a great connection with the group. Well done to them for making it a special event.
The most exhilarating thing I have done in my life!
Laurie_R, Jun 2022
Frank Roy and Tony were amazing. The whole experience made us feel like we were in great hands. Floating up in the sky was calming and peaceful and seeing the sunrise was magnificent. I would recommend this to anyone!
Cairns Hot Air Ballooning
Marie_M, Jun 2022
The coach driver was hilarious, and the balloon 🎈 ride was amazing. Highly recommend anyone travelling to Cairns to participate in this exciting activity.
Memorable experience with fantastic crew
Tecky_T, Jun 2022
Brownie, the driver/guide is fantastic and humorous and lit up our early morning blues. It was the second early morning for us as the first one was cancelled because the winds were eventually too strong for the flight in the first morning to take place. Brownie, such a great personality, more than made up the disappointment in the first morning with his attentive service. Further, he extended great hospitality in introducing places to visit enroute to my drop off point after the flight as it is my first time in Cairns. The flight was very memorable. Neil, the pilot, engineered a perfect landing. Balloon packing was fun! Definitely a trip not to be missed!
Trip of a lifetime
Ian_B, Jun 2022
What an experience this was. The early start was sure made up for. Such a professional team of guides. Amazing balloon ride with stunning views. Highly recommend
Unforgettable experience
Chelvagnanam_K, Jun 2022
A unique experience that should be experienced by all who can afford it . You will never regret the experience.
Amazing, must do in cairns
Tanaya_K, Jun 2022
Seeing the gorgeous sunrise from the balloon was a very special experience. The staff was also very good and friendly.
First timer .....
Kerry_B, Apr 2022
This was my first ever balloon flight and the great team of people made it very memorable.... from the dawn lift off to the smooth landing it was breathtaking. As well as a great flight I was very surprised that on landing, we were allowed to walk around inside the balloon to take photos. I very memorable day ,one that I plan to do again in the future! Kerry
The crew were all...
Jason_B, Apr 2022
The crew were all friendly and it was an excellent experience. I would highly recommend it to anyone.
Response from Host, Apr 2022
Thanks for joining our tour, Jason - we're glad you enjoyed your morning!
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