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Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon Ride with Sparkling Wine & Hotel Transfers
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Highlights

  • Lift off at dawn for a 30-minute hot air balloon flight over the Gold Coast, with panoramic sunrise views.
  • After landing, celebrate with a glass of sparkling wine and reflect on your morning adventure.
  • Receive a pilot-signed flight certificate and complimentary digital souvenir photos.
  • Upgrade to include a vineyard visit with gourmet breakfast and the chance to meet alpacas at O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards.
  • Did you know? The Gold Coast Hinterland, often called the “Green behind the Gold,” is a World Heritage-listed rainforest rich in native wildlife and scenic beauty.

Your Experience

Soar above the Gold Coast on a 30-minute hot air balloon flight, complete with sparkling wine and return coach transfers.

Getting started

Begin your morning with a pre-dawn pick-up from selected Gold Coast hotels or designated meeting points in Nerang or Canungra. After a short, air-conditioned coach transfer, arrive at the launch site for a safety briefing and watch the impressive balloon inflation before boarding.

What to expect

Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon Ride: This hot air balloon experience offers a tranquil flight over the Gold Coast hinterland, guided by Australia’s most experienced balloon pilots. The journey combines scenic aerial views with a celebratory glass of sparkling wine, making it a sought-after adventure in Queensland.

Features

  • 30-minute hot air balloon ride: Glide above the Gold Coast hinterland in a balloon taller than a ten-storey building, piloted by a skilled crew with a record for reliable take-offs.

  • Sparkling wine celebration: Toast your flight with a glass of sparkling wine upon landing, adding a festive touch to your morning.

  • Commemorative flight certificate: Receive a signed certificate as a keepsake of your flight, marking your achievement.

  • Free digital souvenir photo package: Capture and share your unforgettable experience with a complimentary digital photo package.

  • Round-trip A/C coach transfers: Enjoy hassle-free transport to and from your hotel or meeting point, ensuring a smooth start and finish to your adventure.

Extras

Upgrade to include a vineyard breakfast at O’Reilly’s Vineyard. Relax with a gourmet meal and meet the resident alpacas.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • 30-minute hot air balloon ride
  • Expert crew
  • Sparkling wine upon landing
  • Flight certificate
  • Free digital souvenir photo package
  • Round-trip A/C coach transfers (from selected locations)
  • Entry to O'Reilly's Canungra Valley Vineyards (based on selected option)
  • Breakfast (menu here) (based on selected option)
  • Additional expenses

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

Bring your ticket or booking confirmation. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Dress in casual, outdoor layered clothing; white clothing is not recommended. Bring a peak hat, sunglasses, and a bottle of water. Don’t forget your camera to capture the experience.

Pregnant persons beyond 3 months (13 weeks) are not permitted to fly. Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed on the balloon or coach. Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited during the experience. Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Pick up is available from selected Gold Coast hotels or designated meeting points (Nerang or Canungra). Exact pick-up time will be confirmed after booking. All times are indicative and may change with the season; exact times will be provided after booking. For self-drive guests, please check current road conditions before departure. Please arrive at your designated pick-up point on time, as late arrivals may result in missed flights and no refunds.

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