Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon ride with return transfers

Tour Code -
CClassic
68 Reviews
$495.00
Ride Highlights
  • 🎈Spectacular Hot Air Balloon ride
  • 🥐Light snack on landing
  • 💧Complimentary cold beverage
  • 🎙️Expert commentary
  • 🍾Glass of Sparkling wine and Juice on landing
  • 🚌Return Air Conditioned Transfers from selected locations 
  • 📜Commemorative Certificate

Save more with our Self-drive option!

Pre-dawn pick up

Pick-up at all Cairns accommodation & hotels by a Hot Air Balloon Cairns coach for your Hot Air Balloon ride.  There is a one hour transfer.  Pickup times are confirmed on booking.

 

06.30am

Experience the fun & unique sensation of being in a Hot Air Balloon, flying gently high above the Atherton Tablelands, Australia. The balloon takes off from Mareeba on the Atherton Tablelands.  Enjoy the picturesque landscape at dawn, floating in your Hot Air Balloon, time to really breathe in the wide-open spaces!  We have Australia's largest fleet of Hot Air Balloons and a fun and highly trained crew to maximise the enjoyment of your balloon flight.  It's just like a balloon festival, every day!

07.50am

Our hot air balloon flights are more than an aerial adventure. Upon landing, you're invited to a post-flight celebration featuring an array of locally-sourced refreshments. Delight in a selection of fresh fruits, energising muesli bars, scrumptious muffins, and a delectable variety of savoury pastries and quiche. Pair these with our carefully selected sparkling wine or a refreshing orange juice, as you share your experiences and create connections with fellow adventurers, our pilot, and support crew. Please note, our offerings may vary to continuously provide you with the best of local produce.

Snack after your hot air balloon flight

09.30- 10.00am

The tour finish time varies with the seasons (summer, winter and the time of sunrise).  We can drop you back to your Cairns accommodation or, with prior notice, we can drop you off to the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal, Skyrail, Tjapukai or perhaps a Cairns cafe or restaurant if you would like to have breakfast at your own arrangements.

  • Free door to door airconditioned coach transfers to most Cairns accommodation, hotels & resorts  (Transfer Details here)
  • Spectacular Hot Air balloon ride
  • Expert interpretive commentary
  • Hot Air Balloon Ride Commemorative Certificate
  • Digital photo package
  • Glass of bubbly or juice on landing
  • Your ticket
  • Walking shoes
  • Camera
  • Dress casual outdoor layered clothing. White clothing not recommended.
  • Peak Hat & sunglasses
  • Bottle of water

Tour Conditions:

  • Prices are valid for travel until 31st March 2026. Conditions of Travel.
  • Prices may vary by day, season, and/or availability. Price is displayed at checkout. 
  • For Passengers with Weight or Mobility queries please phone us to discuss before booking online.
  • Pregnant persons beyond 3 months (13 weeks) of pregnancy are not permitted to fly.
  • Prices are $AUD per person.
  • All times are an INDICATION only. Please note that times do change summer/winter/spring, exact start times given on receipt of your full booking details
  • 100% charge applies if passengers fail to fly on the morning booked. 24 hours notice is required for changes. Re-booking is subject to availability and possible at a fee, please ask us.
  • Classic flight provides a full flight experience to suit the prevailing flying conditions
  • Where photos are included in your package, these are subject to availability. Conditions of Travel, 21.4.
  • For self-drive (drive to meet us) please check and plan your drive according to QLD Dept. of Transport and Main Roads Current Conditions.
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68 Reviews
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5
Average: 5 (1 vote)
I joined the hot air balloon tour on October 28.
Before getting on the balloon, I felt a little nervous, but I’m so glad I decided to go.
We gently and slowly rose into the sky, and being surrounded by silence while taking in the scenery from above was absolutely incredible!
Our pilot was experienced and confident, the ground crew were cute, handsome, and strong, and Mike — our driver, chef, singer, and magician — could do everything!
Thanks to the three of them, it became such a wonderful hot air balloon tour.
Even helping to pack up the balloon together was fun.
From pick-up to drop-off, Mike kept talking with all the guests and made sure everyone had a great time.
Everything was a joyful memory.
The photos you sent were also beautifully taken and wonderful!
Thank you so much!!

(From Google review)
Kuno- Japan
5
Average: 5 (1 vote)
Brian, Josh & Mike, thank you so much for an unforgettable experience. Friendly, Funny, Amazing.
Especially Mike, thank you for making it special for our wedding anniversary, you were awesome, thank you. I don't know how i am going to top this next year.

(From TripAdvsior)
Jacobus
5
Average: 5 (1 vote)
It was my first time riding in a hot air balloon, but there was no floating or swaying feeling at all — it was much calmer than I imagined!
I thought it would be cold up in the air, but the flame was closer than I expected, so it was actually quite warm.
At the end, we helped pack up the balloon, so I recommend wearing clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit dirty rather than something fancy!
Afterwards, we were treated to champagne, mini hamburgers, and fruit until we were completely full — I got a little tipsy! 🥂
They also give you the photos for free, so I highly recommend this experience!

(From Google review)
Yasuda- Japan
5
Average: 5 (1 vote)
We were met by Jake in the morning, and he was our driver the whole time — so calm, reliable and friendly!
Then we flew with Frank — what a star! He made sure we had a calm and comfortable flight.
We’re so happy with everything, 100% worth the price and beyond our expectations.
So grateful to have had such amazing guides who gave us a morning we’ll never forget!

(From GetYourGuide)
Ellen
5
Average: 5 (1 vote)
First time in a balloon and it was amazing!! Our bus driver and guide Mike was knowledgeable and entertaining. Our pilot Neil was so experienced and ensured everyone had good views, including some of the wallabies down below. Assistant Brian was friendly and helpful as well. Definitely recommend this company especially if a hot air balloon ride is on your bucket list!

(From TripAdvisor)
A mystery guest
12/14