Duration
Free cancellation
Transfers included
Hotel pickup
Meals included
Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket
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Fly above Melbourne at sunrise, taking in stunning aerial views of the city and beyond during a 1-hour hot air balloon flight.
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Drift over landmarks like the MCG, Yarra River, Royal Botanic Gardens, and, if conditions allow, directly above the CBD.
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Be part of the full ballooning experience—from watching the inflation to helping pack down after landing.
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Includes transfers to and from the meeting point at The Hotel Windsor; the full experience lasts around 4 hours.
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Upgrade your morning with a 5-star champagne buffet breakfast at The Hotel Windsor post your flight.
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1-hour sunrise hot air balloon flight
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One-way hotel pick-up from the CBD (must be pre-booked)
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Round-trip transfers between the launch and landing sites and the meeting point
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5-star champagne breakfast at The Hotel Windsor (based on option selected)
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Breakfast for non-ticket holders
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Transport costs to the meeting point
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Cancellation or disruption expenses
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Pick-up outside the CBD
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Hotel pickup (passengers must meet at The Hotel Windsor)
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You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Catch Melbourne at its most magical—drifting above the city at sunrise with unmatched views and expert guidance.
Getting started
Meet at The Hotel Windsor, the designated pickup point for all passengers. Be ready at the scheduled time for your transfer to the launch site. Bring a valid photo ID and your booking confirmation—either printed or digital—for check-in. There’s no formal security screening, but staff may verify details before boarding.
What to expect
Take off just before sunrise and experience Melbourne from a breathtaking aerial perspective. This is one of the few places in the world where hot air balloons fly directly over a major city—making it a truly unique and memorable way to start your day. While the flight itself lasts around one hour, the full experience—including transfers, balloon setup, and packing—takes approximately four hours.
Features
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1-hour flight at sunrise: Float above Melbourne with sweeping views of the city, landmarks, parklands, and Port Phillip Bay.
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Hotel meeting point: Begin and end your journey at The Hotel Windsor with return transfers included.
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Balloon setup and pack-down: Watch the balloon inflate and even help with packing it down after landing.
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Buffet breakfast: Upgrade to a 5-star buffet breakfast at The Hotel Windsor after your flight.
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Professional crew: Licensed pilots and trained ground staff ensure a smooth, safe, and memorable flight.
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What to bring
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Copy of your ticket
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A valid photo ID
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Comfortable clothes
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Closed-toe shoes
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Sunglasses
What’s not allowed
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High-heeled shoes, open-toed shoes, and bare feet
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Pets
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Weapons or sharp objects
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Smoking and vaping
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Luggage or large bags
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Littering
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Unaccompanied guests below the age 16
Accessibility
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Not recommended for individuals with certain physical disabilities.
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Not suitable for those who are heavily pregnant.
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Participants must be able to climb in and out of the basket with minimal assistance.
Additional information
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Children aged 6–12 qualify for child rates; 13+ are charged as adults.
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You must be able to climb into the basket and stand for the full 1-hour flight.
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City flyovers are not guaranteed—they depend on wind direction.
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Flights may be canceled due to weather; confirmation is usually given the night before.
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Each balloon carries between 4 and 10 passengers.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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Meet your pilot at The Hotel Windsor.
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Address: 111 Spring St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia.
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Landmark: At the lobby on the ground floor of the hotel.
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