We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.
All 9 Mareeba Attractions »

Hot Air Balloon Cairns

Spence Street Cnr & The Esplanade | Cairns, Mareeba, Queensland 4870, Australia
07 40 399 900
Ranked #1 of 7 attractions in Mareeba
5.0 of 5 stars 113 Reviews
Book Now

Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Owner description: Experience the hot air ballooning capital of Australia, when you fly here in Cairns as it just like a balloon festival every day. Come flying & enjoy...... more » Owner description: Experience the hot air ballooning capital of Australia, when you fly here in Cairns as it just like a balloon festival every day. Come flying & enjoy the wonder, romance & silence of the Australian bush as you see kangaroos & Australian wildlife from a very different perspective. So many colourful balloons, the Koala, Roo, World Globe, Honeymoon, Aussie balloons and more. « less
Update attraction details
Write a Review

113 reviews from our community

Visitor rating
    96
    16
    0
    0
    1
Date Rating
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2012

This operator did not pick at up at all this morning!!!!!! We have been waiting for the pick up at 4.15am outside the Queens Court, the pick up time is 4.20am.  We saw the bus marked with "hot air" THREE times and waved our hands towards the driver, but he did not stop for us. I called this operator twice... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Fridley, Minnesota, United States
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We arrived at the launch site at dark. Balloons were fired up & ready to go! 24 of us climbed in for the 1st flight. Went up as the sun was rising over the mountains! So beautiful! When the pilot pulled the oxygen for flames, the noise scared the kangaroos below & they were hopping everywhere! We must of seen... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Isehara, Japan
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2012

you have to wake up early in the morning, but it's worth it! view from the balloon is beautiful, and if you're lucky, you may find wild kangaroos! ; ) More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Guangzhou, China
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 13, 2012

Pick-up from hotel was on time.Multi-language balloon brief was played during the way to the launch site.Free wireless internet was also provided onboard the pick-up bus.As for the balloon experience itself,it is amazing!Definitely worth getting up early in the morning to catch the sunrise.We even saw a kangroo jumping away from our landing site while landing.Nice and friendly stuff,explained a... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Delhi
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 1, 2012

To see the sunrise in front of your eyes and that too from above the clouds was an amazing experience. When I saw the clouds around me below my eye level, the feeling was fantabulous. The whole tour right from Hotel Pick up to Drop Back was very friendly and handled in a professional manner. Thumbs Up to Hot Air... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Bovingdon, United Kingdom
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 28, 2012

No matter the early 4am start - the day begins with an informative and humorous trip up to the Atherton Tablelands ballooning location (sleeping opportunity no problem!). Minibus driver-balloon team guy sets the scene for a fantastic experience which begins with the inflation of a squadron of balloons; rising from the ground to the sound of fans and burners. Health... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2012

I know its an early start but its all part of what is a very good attraction in Cairns. From the bus ride up into the tablelands to inflating the ballons to helping pack up at the end of the flight four of us enjoyed our flight over the Australian countryside. We felt safe at all times, the ground crew... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Schererville, Indiana
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 29, 2012

Had a blast!! The views were wonderful! It was a gorgeous day and wonderful way to start the morning. Even helping pack up the balloon after was great. Don't miss out on this! More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 12, 2012

This was such an early morning but worth every bit of my lost sleep time. The Hotair team is amazing and are fantastic at what they do. I could tell they loved their job and was so professional in the safety of the flight as well. I was a bit nervous but my nerves were put at ease with the... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Townsville
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 10, 2012

It was a wonderful, breath taking balloon ride with professional staff. A magical and exciting adventure was had by all. Thanks for the memories. More

Was this review helpful? Yes

Travelers who viewed Hot Air Balloon Cairns also viewed

Hill Inlet
5 of 5 stars 47 Reviews
Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands
Cairns Night Zoo
4 of 5 stars 29 Reviews
Palm Cove, Queensland
 
Cairns Tropical Zoo
4.5 of 5 stars 114 Reviews
Palm Cove, Queensland
Atherton Tablelands
4.5 of 5 stars 83 Reviews
Cairns, Cairns Region
 

Been to Hot Air Balloon Cairns? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Hot Air Balloon Cairns, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing
See all sites
Cruise Critic

The ultimate cruise resource: cruise reviews, deals, news and advice.

SeatGuru

The world's most comprehensive source for airline seats, airline info, & in-flight amenities.

Family Vacation Critic

The best family vacations start here.

Best beach houses of 2012 »