Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon Flight
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Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon Flight
By Go Ballooning
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Ages 3-100, max of 24 per group
Duration: 3h
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Live guide: English
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- Incredible photo package
- Start:Traveler pickup offered.Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.
- Wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 321479P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be at least 3 years old to fly
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 321479P1
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- Q5582KUkatiec0 contributionsThe logistics of the pick up / drop off let us downThe ballooning experience was amazing, worth waking up at 2am for. The staff were all really friendly. I would recommend brining a jacket because it gets cold in the sky!! However, I was let down by the organisation of it all. The night before we received a text to pick 1 of 2 options, a bus pick up at the Sheraton Grand hotel or we meet at a Ampol close to the take off site. We decided to drive to the Ampol as the hotel was 15mins from us in the opposite direction. We were advised to be there at 335am sharp or they would leave without us. At about 315am I got a phone call saying the flight path has changed so turn around and meet us at a nearby town (that we had already driven through). We turned around and headed back to the shopping centre where we were told to meet. We got picked up at approx 340am by the bus then headed to the site. On the way, we noticed we drove the same route we were driving when we were told to turn around, we past the Ampol we were originally told to meet. Due to the winds they changed the flight path back, which is fair enough, but no one told us, so we could’ve continued driving to the Ampol meeting point. Then on the way back, we confirmed we were getting dropped off at our car. However, the bus didn’t stop at our car, instead it stopped at the original meeting spot - Ampol (where our car would have been if we weren’t turned around on the way in), then drove all the way back to surfers/broadbeach to do hotel drop offs, each person was dropped at their own hotel (something we weren’t offered), and then the bus took us back to our car which was back inland. The worst part was we were staying in Broadbeach so the bus drove us straight past our hotel only for us to stay on the bus and be taken back to our car. This was our last day in QLD too so we were trying to maximise our time but unfortunately we lost an hour of the day with the logistics of the pick up/ drop off situation. So yep, this was very very frustrating and a bit of a let down with the experience.Written November 18, 2024
- 404geoffreym0 contributionsA great way to spend a morning topped off with a huge breakfast!The balloon and basket were much bigger than i expected,carries more than 20 people,felt very safe,awesome views ,a great experience!!!Written August 25, 2024
- yuanh0ngx0 contributionswonderful, lovelywonderful trip, all staffs are really nice!! highly recommand! the view was breathtaking, i will never forget! amazing experienceWritten August 23, 2024
- T8832SJruthm0 contributionsThe best way to see the Gold Coast hinterlandWhat a way to start Easter Saturday. A relaxing flight over our beautiful hinterland with my sister from Molong NSW with a spectacular sunrise thrown in for good measure. The team at Go Ballooning were very professional but also very entertaining, especially our pilot Murray.Written April 3, 2024
- angelC3476SL0 contributionsWow!What an amazing experience. We were collected super early in the morning and taken to the flight location. We watched the sunrise and it was amazing to see from that height, we also saw other balloons still on the ground while we were up there watching the sun rise and felt a bit sad that their customers wouldn't have had an experience as special as ours (although I'm sure it was still enjoyable, the sun was up before they were). Then back to the ground where we all helped roll the balloon up which was a cool thing to be able to say we've done, back on the bus and taken to breakfast. We totally enjoyed our (early but worth it) morning.Written March 30, 2024
- Climber048896241270 contributionsAwesome experienceAmazing experience,easy booking,transit from accomodation in bus with Gary kept us entertained,wow what a journey from start to finish,and Murray and staff all first class and kept us laughing,finished off with the breakfast package included at the Sheraton,highly recommendWritten March 27, 2024
- paniaa0 contributionsMemorable once in a lifetime experienceAmazing 🤩 Beautiful Morning This was a bucket list of mine. My family and I throughly enjoyed our 1st time Ballooning experience with Pilot Muarry and the rest of the crew, great communication when booking, our bus driver was friendly, breakfast was Devine. A great experience, I definitely recommend!!!Written March 3, 2024
- caok20240 contributionsGreat!We had very friendly and considerate staff members who looked after us the whole journey. We were picked up at our hotel entrance door, went up the sky at sunrise. The weather wasn't the best but it's definitely worth the price and highly recommend for people who haven't been on a hot air ballon yet!Written January 31, 2024
- sharynk20240 contributionsIncredible ExperienceAmazing flight great experience, my family loved it, lovely staff and crew, would go again, both my 23 and 24 year old daughters had a memorable time and would go again, our 2 younger boys will remember this for ever.Written January 14, 2024
- W3842VVlees0 contributionsAmazing experience!The view was amazing. The employees were very easy going- making everyone feel comfortable and safe.Written December 17, 2023
- 526kyliel0 contributionsBeautiful experienceHighly recommend! Very experienced pilot, Murray, was entertaining and was very inclusive of the multicultural passengers. Launch and landing were even in the same location!!!Written December 8, 2023
- nursetraveller050 contributionsamazing experience ( GO BALLONING)It was an amazing awesome experience with amazing staff from Go Balloning! We enjoyed the beautiful view in the sky! Worth a try! ❤️❤️❤️Written November 2, 2023
- L6539GMmichaelp0 contributionsScenic Rim Balloon Flight.Many thanks to Ben & Gary for a most memorable Balloon Flight on Monday morning. It was a blast !! What a great company to fly with.Written October 7, 2023
- I9866LFjennyl0 contributionsAmazing experienceWe had an amazing morning with Ben as our hot air balloonist. The communication from booking was great, unfortunately our first flight got cancelled due to poor conditions, but the communication and easy of rebooking was very stress free. The day of the flight the drive out was comfortable and the flight was perfect! Thank you so much for a great experience.Written August 20, 2023
- kimjF9135ZB0 contributionsMagicalWhat a extraordinary morning with the crew at Go Ballooning. I so enjoyed the whole experience with My Son by my side. I felt our care, safety and adventure was the up most importance to Go Ballooning, “which made my morning”. I Thank you all.Written June 28, 2023
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Flounder1708
Brisbane, Australia243 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
We had high expectations for this ballooning experience and somehow the team from Go Ballooning managed to exceed them. After a false start due to unexpected stormy weather (great to see a business that insists on safety first), we were thrilled to be rescheduled within the same weekend and to take to the skies for breathtaking views over the lake, farms, and out to both the Gold Coast and Brisbane. The very early start was more than worth it to be up in the air for sunrise and the perfect early morning conditions. All of the staff were fantastic to deal with from the office staff to book, schedule and reschedule; to the bus driver taking us to and from the launch site while answering all our many questions; and of course the pilot who provided lots of information and a very smooth ride.
Written January 14, 2024
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We're delighted to hear that we exceeded your high expectations! Safety is always our top priority, and we're glad you appreciated our commitment to it, despite the initial weather delay. Thank you for your kind words about our entire team, from the office staff to the bus driver and pilot. We're thrilled that you found the early start worth it for the sunrise and perfect morning conditions. We hope to have the pleasure of flying with you again soon!
Written February 6, 2024
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Stacey W
5 contributions
Dec 2021 • Couples
The Go Ballooning team were great from start to finish. They kept in touch by text messages about flight times, weather conditions, and let us know plans in advance. They go to a lot of trouble to make sure everything goes smoothly on the day, this is an experience that is truly unique, as every flight in different! We loved it, watching the sunrise over the Gold Coast hinterland is worth the early start!
Written December 23, 2021
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Hey Stacey!
We’re honoured we could tick this off your bucket list! We hope it was all that you had hoped for and much more.
We are thrilled you felt comfortable with us. Our passengers' safety will always come first!
We are so pleased you had an organised and efficient experience with us. We love what we do and will always go above and beyond to make sure everyone has an unforgettable experience!
Thanks again for joining us on this beautiful morning. We hope you will never forget your experience with Go Ballooning!
Written December 30, 2021
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Sarah P
Gold Coast, Australia4 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
We’ve been waiting to go Hot Air Ballooning for a couple of years now (thanks Covid) and I can tell you, it’s well worth the wait. We had some weather set backs as well but regardless of all that stacked against us, the team at Go Ballooning ensured they got us in the air.
The team are so friendly and funny, making us feel we’ve known them for years.
I would highly recommend these guys and highly recommend the experience of hot air ballooning!
The team are so friendly and funny, making us feel we’ve known them for years.
I would highly recommend these guys and highly recommend the experience of hot air ballooning!
Written November 8, 2022
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Mel E
2 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
After cancelling one flight due to bad weather and texting nearly every day for 5 days saying we are good to go and then not good to go, we finally left for our flight in pouring rain. I’d text at 4 in the morning asking if it was still going ahead. After a trip in my car to Nerang and a bus trip to Canungra, the flight was cancelled. We were handed a breakfast voucher that was not used as the flight was cancelled. Go Ballooning will not refund me $147 for 3 people for the breakfast we did not attend. Major disappointment for what was meant to be an exciting experience.
Written May 3, 2022
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Chops002
Melbourne, Australia5 contributions
Our experience was breathtaking. To spend Easter morning up in the air was simply amazing. Everyone involved, our pilot, bus driver and everyone involved in the booking process had so much character and were very professional. With only 4 days on the golf coast this made our trip and we can’t wait to do it again.
Written April 17, 2022
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Kiatahazell
4 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
Absolutely incredible experience! Our original date had bad weather forecast and they were great with rescheduling us to the perfect day (the morning after). They picked us up straight from our hotel and drove us to the location and all the staff were incredibly friendly and charismatic even after getting up at the crack of dawn. Our flight was amazing, we had the most pristine views and we got to rest up and check out all the beautiful photos we took while being chauffeured back to our hotel. Should be on everyone’s bucket list!
Written June 5, 2022
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Emilia M
5 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
My partner booked the hot air balloon ride as a belated Valentine’s Day gift and the whole experience was smooth and delightful. Ash picked us up in a mini bus from the Sheraton Mirage and we drove to the take off site. As pick up was super early, I had a little snooze on the bus and woke up to sight of the biggest balloon I’ve ever seen. I was instantly wowed. The whole experience was beautiful and breathtaking. Murray was cracking dad jokes here and there and also giving us a bit of insight around altitudes and winds. As someone who suffers from vestibular migraines, this experience was very gentle and very calming. Landing was smooth and easy and not scary at all. Before the balloon was packed away, we got to stand INSIDE the balloon and it was the size of a building and could fit a full size basketball court in there.I was blown away. We would recommend Go Ballooning and the team 100%!! Super friendly, funny, experienced and all round deliver an excellent experience. Thank you Go Ballooning ❤️
Written February 17, 2023
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Thank you so much for sharing your delightful experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that your hot air balloon ride, booked as a belated Valentine's Day gift, was smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. It's wonderful to know that you found the experience beautiful and breathtaking, and that Murray's dad jokes and insights added to the fun. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we're grateful for your kind words about our friendly, experienced team. We look forward to welcoming you both back for more unforgettable adventures in the future! ❤️
Written February 19, 2024
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diordoll82
Labrador2 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
We had such an amazing experience from start to finish! Go ballooning went above and beyond as we had booked several times since March but due to bad weather had to reschedule and they made the whole process easy and rebooking until we had the perfect flight. Murray our pilot made the ride with his humour and banter (honestly we were a bit nervous) and it helped us ease our nerves and fully relax into the wonderful world of ballooning. We even made it by minutes to get the money shot of the sunrise as we rose above the mountains! Thanks go ballooning it’s an experience we’ll never forget!
Written October 31, 2022
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Roslyn P
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Family
Highly recommend Go Ballooning. We had such an awesome experience. Amazing views of the Gold Coast and watching the sunrise over the ocean from a hot air balloon 👌🏼🙌🏼 Murray and his team were fantastic. Murray made the flight fun with his charismatic personality. You can tell he’s passionate about what he does and loves being able to share it with others. If you’re on or visiting the Gold Coast and want to experience something memorable and unforgettable then this is it.
Written November 2, 2023
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Thank you! Murray prides himself in his work and we are so glad his charisma was contagious for an awesome flight!
Written December 5, 2023
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Rebekah B
17 contributions
Wow!! What an incredible experience!! The views were priceless and I could see so far in every direction, it was amazing seeing the sunrise over Burleigh. The weather really put on a lovely morning. From getting the balloon up to coming back down again you could see the level of expertise was next to none, everything was so seamless and worry free. I definitely recommend giving it a go, you won’t regret it!
Written February 16, 2023
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Thank you for your enthusiastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an incredible experience with us, enjoying priceless views and witnessing the beautiful sunrise over Burleigh. It's fantastic to know that the weather cooperated and made for a lovely morning. We're delighted that our expertise shone through and that your entire journey, from lift-off to landing, felt seamless and worry-free. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we wholeheartedly agree that giving hot air ballooning a try is an experience you won't regret. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future!
Written February 19, 2024
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I'm interested in a flight for 2A n 1C. Like to know does it include learning how to fly n land t balloon. Do we get to take photo inside the balloon?
Pricing is for 2 ways transport n flight n not including breakfast?
Thanks
Alan
Written June 30, 2022
Hi Alan, our flight instructor explained how he was operating the balloon. Also have heaps of opportunity for any questions About it during the flight. Yes, we were able to go actually inside the balloon once it landed to take more photos! It’s a must do!!!
Written July 1, 2022
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