Avon Valley Hot Air Balloon Flight with Breakfast
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Avon Valley Hot Air Balloon Flight with Breakfast
By Windward Ballooning
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Experience the gorgeous Avon Valley during your sunrise hot air balloon flight.
It is one of the most peaceful feelings in the world as you float amongst the clouds in awe of the scenic view full of luscious green fields, winding streams, and animals roaming around the rural landscape.
From the moment you arrive at our Hangar, our very knowledgeable and Fascinating Pilot and crew will be there to make every step of your experience memorable.
Our Crew will take you to the launch site and begin to set up in the darkness, you will watch the balloon inflate, where you will notice for the first time just how big our balloons are. You join the pilot in the basket, where you will be effortlessly lifted into the clouds
The overwhelming feeling of Exhilaration and serenity will take over as the sun rises with you showing over the gorgeous panoramic views of the Avon Valley. After your soar through the beautiful sky, our crew will take you to enjoy a Lavish champagne breakfast!!
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 1-100, max of 40 per group
Duration: 4h
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Live guide: English
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- 105 Withers St, Northam WA 6401, AustraliaPlease drive to 105 Withers Street, Northam. There is parking available and you will see our hangar with our name across the top and a path leading to our doorway.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 427261P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travellers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travellers
- 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: 427261P1
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- 105 Withers St, Northam WA 6401, AustraliaPlease drive to 105 Withers Street, Northam. There is parking available and you will see our hangar with our name across the top and a path leading to our doorway.
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- travellingwithkids200 contributionsBest tourist thing to do in NorthamVery enjoyable experience, despitethe early morning drive from Perth. Dean the laconic pilot was informative, and utterly professional.Written 24 October 2024
- sagarkC3457EI0 contributionsAwesome Experience.Awesome Experience!!! Very friendly staff. Loved the service. Weather was great. So, the view of the Avon Valley from the top was breathtaking.Written 10 October 2024
- Adrian S0 contributionsHot air balloon adventureFantastic experience with Windward and pilot Dean. These guys really get you involved from the set up of the balloon right through the flight to the packing away. Dean and the ground crew made us feel comfortable and safe at all times. If this is in your bucket list book with these guys for a great experience, you will not be disappointed.Written 2 October 2024
- 951zanew0 contributionsBEST Balloon Ride!A wonderful experience! Captain was funny. Always felt safe. Photos and video emailed afterwards were greatly appreciated. Thank you for the amazing hot air balloon ride :)Written 26 September 2024
- paulbC7881GK0 contributionsAn unique adventureThe whole experience was fantastic, the crew were highly professional, helpful and friendly. The views were amazing, a memory to last a lifetime - thank youWritten 12 September 2024
- Jimno630 contributionsWant an awesome start to your day, this is itTotally awesome, team were friendly and the views were spectacular,. The way the Pilot brought us down to see the river and then up again plus rotating the basket for al round views was excellent not to mention the landing back at the airport was pinpoint. Weil done teamWritten 5 September 2024
- Traveler8072900 contributionsConquer your fear of heights in one easy lessonI am a 70 year old with a real fear of heights. At no point during the flight did I feel afraid because Victor, the pilot, had total control over the balloon. It was a very pleasant experience from start to finish. Happy to recommend Windward to anyone who feels a bit reluctant to give the experience a go.Written 5 September 2024
- R4769QMtonis0 contributions25th Wedding Anniversary flight over the Avon Valley - 3 years late.Loved every minute of it. You didn't even realise how high you were and I am afraid of heights. What an experience. Thank you.Written 25 August 2024
- JacquieHapp0 contributionsUP in the air is so fine!The team at Windward were amazing. The experience starts as you arrive and you are greeted by in the dark in the carpark and directed to the shed for a cuppa and a biscuit. Through the process there are some laughs and an explanation of what to expect. Then it is out to the field. We had the most amazing hot air trip, drifting over Northam (an unusual trip it turns out) and landing easily. Breakfast was delicious. The team are incredibly professional and it was a great way to see that part of the world. Thank you so much!Written 22 August 2024
- 991bernier0 contributionsGracefully GlidingGreat experience, staff were fantastic. Gliding through the air gracefully that it seemed almost strange that we were up in the air, enjoying the beauty of our surroundings in silence. Slowly the sun peaked out over the horizon. It is really awesome but serene having the different perspective on the beauty of our country side gaining a bird’s eye viewWritten 11 July 2024
- Pioneer122184751380 contributionsWorth the price and the ridiculously early morning, a very special experienceWonderful special experience from beginning to end. Passionate professionals and a gorgeous flight over Northam and surrounds. Highly recommend 👌Written 29 May 2024
- wendysP6742KF0 contributionsThe best experience we have had couldn't wish for nicer peopleThe flight was amazing. All the staff were so helpful and the pilot was great. We enjoyed our flight so much we wanted to do it again. Thankyou for the most awesome memoriesWritten 20 May 2024
- D9905NNraym0 contributionsFantastic experience for all.From start to finish windward Balooning were great to deal with. We went as a family and had a ball , Donna was our pilot , she is fantastic, Brenton was our driver and was a gentleman. It’s so interesting how the whole operation works and would highly recommend the experience to anyone.Written 19 April 2024
- Juzzy20230 contributionsFantastic Experience with Windward BallooningWe enjoyed an excellent experience for my 21st birthday. The arrangements for the whole day were very well communicated re: preparation, meeting time and place. It was so well organised and the pilot and Windward Ballooning staff were exceptionally friendly. A fabulous day with a fabulous company - wouldn't hesitate to recommend them!Written 15 November 2023
- royston510 contributionsWelcoming the sunriseWindward Ballooning provided a very professional experience from booking; safety procedures; weather checks; the wonderful balloon ride and finishing with breakfast. It was a beautiful way to see in the new day gliding peacefully over the landscape. I normally don't like heights but I thoroughly enjoy hot air ballooning and this experience did not disappoint.Written 5 November 2023
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marc k
Perth, Australia1 contribution
Oct 2024 • Couples
Ballooning in Northam has been on our to do list for a number of years. And we are very glad we finally did it! It was great experience floating gently up in the air before sunrise but with enough light to clearly see the surroundings as we slowly take off. It is magical feeling when you are floating in the air, witnessing sunrise far at field and with a wonderfull birds eye view over the fields, the Avon River.... Everyone in the basket was smiling, taking pictures and whispering quietly as if no one wants to break the magical spell. The landing was extremely precise and smooth, we could see we landed but did not feel a thing. We all felt throughout the flight that we were in the safe hands of an experienced pilot, Dean the owner and operator of Windward Ballooning. We also enjoyed assisting Dean and his friendly crew with the early morning set up of the balloon, which was a bonus to see how an immense big balloon fills up. We all participate in packing up the balloon which was quick and fun. The breakfast and glass/es Champagne was well received
Written 23 October 2024
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Hi there,
Thank you for sharing such a beautifully detailed experience!
We're delighted that your long-awaited ballooning adventure in Northam exceeded your expectations.
It sounds like a truly unforgettable journey.
It’s wonderful to hear how Dean and the crew made you feel safe and part of the experience, from the setup to the celebratory champagne afterward.
Warm Regards,
Alysha & the team at Windward Ballooning
Written 23 October 2024
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Jill Will
Australia11 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
The staff, ground crew and actual ballooning experience was wonderful. Loved every minute of it. The negatives. We missed the sunrise due to waiting on two people who were late even though we were clearly told in all the paperwork that they will not wait for late comers. (Not fair to the people who did the right thing and got there early) The champagne breakfast was cancelled on the morning of flight apparently due to issues at the cafe. We were told to just organize a refund for ourselves.
Written 7 September 2024
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Hi there,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.
We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the ballooning experience and found the staff and ground crew to be wonderful. It’s great to know that you loved every minute of the flight.
We are truly sorry to hear about the issues you encountered. It’s disappointing to miss out on the sunrise due to delays, and we understand how frustrating that can be. We strive to ensure that all participants are treated fairly and that schedules are adhered to, and we’ll review this situation to prevent similar issues in the future.
Regarding the champagne breakfast, we apologize for the inconvenience caused by the cancellation. We understand that this was disappointing, and we regret that we didn’t have an alternative solution at the time. Your feedback is valuable, and we’ll work on improving our procedures to handle such situations better in the future.
Thank you again for your feedback. We appreciate your understanding and hope that these issues won’t deter you from joining us for another flight. If you have any further concerns or need assistance, please feel free to reach out.
Best Regards,
The team at Windward Ballooning
Written 8 September 2024
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Fearless460225
1 contribution
Apr 2024 • Couples
A wonderful experience with Sven our pilot and a full group of 20 people. The weather was perfect with huge clear blue sky and very little wind. So peaceful and a joy to drift and enjoy a beautiful sunrise and 'the sound of silence'. All the staff were very friendly and professional and Sven gave exact and precise instructions and is an extremely competent pilot. The decent was gentle and the landing perfect. We enjoyed a tasty and wholesome cooked breakfast after having assisted with the packing of the balloon. I can highly recommend this company and experience.
Written 22 April 2024
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Hi
It sounds like you had an absolutely magical experience!
Drifting peacefully with a clear blue sky and a beautiful sunrise sounds like the perfect way to start the day.
Sven and the rest of the staff made sure everything ran smoothly, from precise instructions to a gentle landing, and finishing with a delicious breakfast.
Thank you for sharing your recommendation—We're sure others will be inspired to try it too!
Best Regards,
The team from Windward Ballooning
Written 22 April 2024
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Lisa D
37 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
This was on my husband’s bucket list, not mine. I have a fear of heights, don’t enjoy plane travel and didn’t want to drive to Northam at the crack of dawn.
But it was A M A Z I N G.
I loved every moment of this experience from getting the balloon ready, to the oh so gentle lift off, to gliding over the trees and into the sky in one smooth movement. There was no turbulence, no engines and no stress. Just beautiful views in every direction and the reassuring and often humorous pilot commentary which kept any fears at bay.
Would I do it again? In a heatbeat. Do I recommend it? 100%
But it was A M A Z I N G.
I loved every moment of this experience from getting the balloon ready, to the oh so gentle lift off, to gliding over the trees and into the sky in one smooth movement. There was no turbulence, no engines and no stress. Just beautiful views in every direction and the reassuring and often humorous pilot commentary which kept any fears at bay.
Would I do it again? In a heatbeat. Do I recommend it? 100%
Written 18 September 2024
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Hi Lisa,
It's wonderful to hear that the experience exceeded your expectations!
Despite your initial concerns, it sounds like the peaceful flight and stunning views won you over completely.
We're so glad you enjoyed every moment, and it's great to know you'd do it again in a heartbeat.
Thank you for sharing your experience—your recommendation means a lot!
Warm Regards,
Alysha & the team at Windward
Written 21 September 2024
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jdance187718
Perth, Australia2 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
The whole experience was brilliant - from assisting to prepare the balloon for launching to the amazing flight to helping pack the balloon up on landing. It was interactive, we got to see the whole process and learnt so much, the actual flight was very enjoyable, Sven was a brilliant pilot and we didn't even get a small bump on landing. To top it all off, we enjoyed a delicious breakfast afterwards. Highly recommended!!
Written 20 April 2024
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Hi there
It sounds like you had an incredible and interactive experience from start to finish!
Assisting with preparing the balloon for launch must have been quite the adventure, and having Sven as your pilot sounds like it made the flight even more enjoyable.
Finishing off with a delicious breakfast sounds like the perfect way to end such an amazing experience.
Thanks for sharing, and I'm glad to hear you highly recommend it!
Best Regards,
Team at Windward Ballooning
Written 21 April 2024
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Jennifer C
1 contribution
Oct 2024 • Solo
I had been waiting to go hot air ballooning since a voucher was purchased for me in 2020! This trip didn’t disappoint. The crew were really friendly, everything was explained in advance & the morning ran really smoothly. I enjoyed the set up & helping to pack up just as much as the flight, which was like being in a dream - so quiet when the burners weren’t on, floating with the breeze.
I highly recommend ballooning with Windward to anyone interested in trying out a different mode of transport. Breakfast was great afterwards, as I had a 2am wake up. The sunrise was spectacular.
I highly recommend ballooning with Windward to anyone interested in trying out a different mode of transport. Breakfast was great afterwards, as I had a 2am wake up. The sunrise was spectacular.
Written 3 November 2024
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Hi Jennifer,
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience!
We're delighted to hear that your long-awaited ballooning adventure was worth the wait.
It’s fantastic that you enjoyed every aspect, from the setup to the serene flight itself.
Thank you for highly recommending us – we hope you make more unforgettable memories with us in the future!
Warm Regards,
Alysha& the Team at Windward Ballooning
Written 3 November 2024
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Veronica T
11 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
Something we always wanted to do. So why not on our 32nd wedding anniversary. Beat that if you can next year Stuart lol. Dean & crew were fantastic. Perfect landing but Dean's screaming made us all laugh. Dean you should be on the stage soo funny. Helping unload & re-load the balloon was all part of the experience. Congratulations to the young man who proposed to his girlfriend & thanks for letting us share your special moment.
( She said YES ) Some had breakfast @ Dome in Northern after & it hit the spot. Thank again from Veronica & Stuart 10/10
( She said YES ) Some had breakfast @ Dome in Northern after & it hit the spot. Thank again from Veronica & Stuart 10/10
Written 11 September 2024
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Hi Veronica & Stuart,
Thank you so much for choosing to celebrate such a special milestone with us on your 32nd wedding anniversary! We're thrilled to hear you had an unforgettable experience, and we’ll definitely pass along your kind words to Dean and the crew. It sounds like the laughter and fun really added to the adventure!
Wishing you both many more adventures and happy anniversaries to come. We’d love to see how you top this next year, Stuart! 😊
Thanks again for the glowing review and the 10/10!
Warm regards,
The team at Windward
Written 13 September 2024
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jules21893
14 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
We shared this experience for our 30th wedding anniversary. Would highly recommend to anyone thinking of doing it. The staff were very organised and friendly, our pilot Damian was excellent, our landing couldn't have been smoother! Floating up through the morning fog was stunning, we felt like we were floating on a lake. The champagne breakfast was also very nice to top off the morning.
Written 21 August 2023
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Thank you for your review. It was so lovely to share this milestone with you!
Written 2 September 2023
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Pathfinder114330
1 contribution
June 2024 • Family
Experience was good would have been better if we had room to move and enjoy the view better. There was a senior pilot who went in our part of the basket and took front spot leaving very little room for us. When you’re paying almost $400 a ticket I’d expect better.
Great breakfast was served after.
Great breakfast was served after.
Written 24 June 2024
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John S
1 contribution
Nov 2024 • Couples
!!Absolutely BRILLIANT!!
The Staff/Crew were very good, explained everything that was going on, with a few cheeky jokes throwing in that broke the ice.
Mrs was a bit nervous a few days leading up to the balloon ride as she doesn't like heights too much, normally on planes she has a hold of my hand squeezing the life out of it, but this morning she couldn't stop taking photos and videos.
Will defiantly be back and with the kid's next time.
Highly recommend this experience to everyone.
Thank you - Windward Ballooning.
John & Kass
The Staff/Crew were very good, explained everything that was going on, with a few cheeky jokes throwing in that broke the ice.
Mrs was a bit nervous a few days leading up to the balloon ride as she doesn't like heights too much, normally on planes she has a hold of my hand squeezing the life out of it, but this morning she couldn't stop taking photos and videos.
Will defiantly be back and with the kid's next time.
Highly recommend this experience to everyone.
Thank you - Windward Ballooning.
John & Kass
Written 7 November 2024
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Hi John and Kass,
We’re thrilled to hear you had such an amazing time, and that our crew could help make the experience fun and relaxing!
It’s fantastic that you were able to capture so many memories.
We'd be delighted to welcome you and the kids next time.
Thank you for recommending us and sharing your unforgettable experience!
Warm Regards,
Alysha & the Team at Windward Ballooning
Written 9 November 2024
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