A Quick Guide to Choosing Hot Air Balloons in Australia!
by 墨客旅行Mokertrip
Oct 24, 2025
👑 First time visiting Australia and not sure which hot air balloon to choose? Save this note, it will help you understand how to enjoy hot air ballooning in Australia!
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Melbourne City Hot Air Balloon
One of the few cities where you can fly over the urban area, highly rated and well-known, perfect for those who want to experience hot air ballooning in a city atmosphere
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Melbourne Yarra Valley
Beautiful scenery, smooth organization, professional staff, relatively stable takeoff/landing, with a satisfaction rate often over 99%. It is widely regarded as one of "Australia’s most worthwhile hot air balloon experiences"
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Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon
Fly over the coastline and tropical rainforests, overlooking Surfers Paradise. From June to October, you might see whales playing in the air. Scenic and cost-effective, it’s a popular route for many tourists
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Cairns Atherton Tablelands
Fly over the Atherton Tablelands, overlooking tropical rainforests, mountains, and plains, with kangaroos hopping below. Beautiful scenery
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Sydney Hunter Valley
Combines vineyard views with hot air ballooning, highly praised with excellent reputation, professional staff, and a well-liked breakfast experience. A classic route choice for many
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Canberra Hot Air Balloon
Although not operating year-round, its annual hot air balloon festival "Canberra Balloon Spectacular" is very famous and attracts many visitors
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Alice Springs Hot Air Balloon
Though far from the city, its outback scenery is stunning and is considered by many adventure travelers as a flight destination
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🔥Little tips: I can book all hot air balloon activities across Australia for you/ on your behalf. Booking tickets in advance offers discounts; buying on-site is not cost-effective!
Post by 墨客旅行Mokertrip | Oct 24, 2025












