Hot Air Balloon Cairns

Hot Air Balloon Cairns

Hot Air Balloon Cairns
4.5
3:30 AM - 5:30 AM, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
3:30 AM - 5:30 AM
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
3:30 AM - 5:30 AM
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
3:30 AM - 5:30 AM
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
3:30 AM - 5:30 AM
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
3:30 AM - 5:30 AM
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
3:30 AM - 5:30 AM
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
3:30 AM - 5:30 AM
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
About
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. Connect before the Great Barrier Reef to Quicksilver, Great Adventures Big Cat Green Island and more same day. Combine with Skyrail and Kuranda Tours, No bookings fees or credit card fees when you book with us direct and maximum flexibility in dates and refunds too
Cairns, Queensland, Australia

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TK
Japan3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • Couples
朝早くの集合でしたが、眠気が一気に覚めるくらい楽しいひと時を過ごすことができました。当日は少し曇っていましたが朝日も綺麗で、飛び回る野生のワラビーも何頭か見ることができました。

着陸してからは参加者みんなで気球を折り畳んで、軽食と一緒に乾杯。大満足なツアーでした。当日の風は穏やかでほとんど揺れることはなかったですが、念のため酔いやすい方は酔い止めを飲んでおくことをおすすめします。

また、スタッフの方がとても明るく元気で、親切に接してくれました。参加者がほぼ日本人だったのですが、「英語しか話せないけどみんなが楽しんでもらえるようベストを尽くすよ」とバスでアナウンスしてくれていました。現地に着いてからもいつも笑顔でジョークを飛ばしたり、実際に自分達を楽しませようとしてくれているのを感じました。本当におすすめです。

We met early in the morning, but we had such a good time that we were able to wake up from our sleep all at once. It was a little cloudy but the sunrise was beautiful, and we were able to see several wild wallabies flying around in the nature.

After landing, all the participants folded up the balloon and toasted together with light refreshments. It was a very satisfying tour. The wind that day was calm and we hardly swayed at all, but just to be safe, I would recommend that those who get easily intoxicated take anti-sickness medicine.

Also, the staff was very cheerful, energetic, and friendly. The participants were mostly Japanese, but they announced on the bus, “We speak only English, but we will do our best so that everyone can enjoy the tour. “ When we got there, they were always smiling and cracking jokes, and we felt they were actually trying to entertain us. I highly recommend this tour.
Written 23 August 2024
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こんにちは GrandTour23042998323さん、 素敵なレビューをありがとうございます!楽しい体験を提供できたこと、そしてスタッフが皆さんの思い出に残る時間をお届けできたことを、とても嬉しく思います。早朝の冒険や美しい朝日、ワラビーたちとの出会いが素晴らしい一日になったと聞いて、私どもも大変喜んでおります。またいつかお会いできるのを楽しみにしています😊✨ ありがとうございました! 私どもチーム一同より🎈
Written 30 August 2024
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AAA
41 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022 • Couples
Wonderful hot air balloon ride for my husband's 30th. Pick up was on time in a comfortable airconned bus, pilot Bob was funny and knowledgeable as he showed us the world from above. Landing was very smooth and packing away the balloon was great fun. Champagne and a "happy birthday" song at the end was really special- thanks for helping us make amazing memories :) we were home by 10am so could nap before brunch
Written 14 December 2022
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We're so happy to have been a part of your husband's special 30th birthday celebration, Abbie! 🎂 It's wonderful to know that you appreciated the comfortable transportation 🚌, Bob's humor and knowledge, and the smooth landing. We're glad you enjoyed the post-flight champagne 🍾 and birthday song 🎶.
Written 17 April 2023
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Willow349
Port Macquarie, Australia89 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022 • Friends
What a fantastic experience. A professional team made a very early morning flight look so easy. Our Pilot Josh executed a perfect landing and take off, his comments about the area were well informed and interesting. Suzanne helped us in and out of the basket, hot on our heels to follow the balloon when it landed, quickly jumping into action to turn the basket of the balloon and guide it through a small space to position the basket ready for deflating the balloon. Professional at its best. The photos of the whole experience forwarded to us were excellent. The nice touch of being able to go inside the balloon made us feel very special. A nice tough to receive a certificate from Josh of our experience. And of course the lovely glass of champagne at the end of the flight. What a memorable morning. I would recommend this hot air ballooning company to anyone. Get out there and experience it, your in safe hands.
Written 3 August 2022
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Thank you for your kind words, Willow349, we're glad you enjoyed your experience! Suzanne and Josh and the team work hard to make each flight a special one. Thank you for choosing our company and we hope to have you back soon!
Written 24 August 2022
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Mrs Middo
12 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2022 • Couples
Wow what an experience from the minute we got picked up from our hotel and dropped back. The staff were laid back and entertaining, you were welcomed like family. Bob, Brian and Tony were amazing we had juice on arrival, Brian and Tony were pros at setting up and photographing our day. Bob was our pilot and his knowledge of the area was excellent and the flight was so smooth. After the smoothest landing, we celebrated our trip with some bubbles
Watching the sunrise was just breathtaking, thank you again for making our day a memorable one.
Written 11 November 2022
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Thank you for your kind words, Kell! We're delighted that you had a great day with our staff and enjoyed the breathtaking views 🌄 during your hot air balloon ride. It's wonderful to know that our team helped make your day memorable with their warm hospitality, expertise, and the celebratory bubbles🥂.
Written 17 April 2023
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Mariya
Boston, MA68 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
My husband purchased this as a gift for our honeymoon while touring Australia. It’s been my dream to take a ride on a hot air ballon and trust me Hot Air Balloon Cairns did not disappoint! We had a great time, felt super safe the entire time and our guide answered all of our questions and gave us a lot of fun facts about hot air balloons! Once we landed we even got the opportunity to help the crew deflate and roll up the balloon in a bag (I couldn’t believe that that giant thing could fit into a bag). All in all highly recommend this company for your hot air balloon tour near Cairns!! Also the drive up from cairns is beautiful!
Written 16 January 2020
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Wow, Mariya! Thanks for such a wonderful review, and what a fantastic way to enjoy your honeymoon! The team will be thrilled to hear you had such a memorable morning, and best wishes for the rest of your Australia tour.
Written 19 January 2020
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Reuben3102
Perth, Australia50 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023 • Couples
Thanks to the expert Bob for his piloting skills. How you land a balloon on an access road between two sugarcane fields? Tony and the third guy who helped wrapping the envelope up. Apologies to third bloke but he was in a talent quest at local pub? Weather was ordinary but that’s the way it is. Definitely do it again in peak season. Well done people👍
Written 1 June 2023
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Thanks for your awesome feedback, Reuben! 🙌 Bob will be glad to hear about your admiration for his piloting skills. We'll also share your kind words with Tony and our "third bloke" (we'll try to work out who was working, and share your great comments). 😉 Despite the weather, we're happy you had a good time. Can't wait to see you back in the peak season for another thrilling ride! 🎈🌅
Written 4 June 2023
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TammyF55
Stoney Creek, Canada31 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Solo
Loved this hot air balloon adventure! Saw the sun rise over the lovely town of Mareeba while watching kangaroo and wallaby in the paddocks below! The crew and pilot were entertaining and fun! Loved the bubbles and snacks provided at the end of our ride! Well worth a visit!
Written 13 November 2023
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Thanks, Tammy5563🌅! There's nothing like experiencing the start of a brand new day over the Atherton Tablelands from a hot air balloon, and we're happy to be able to share the experience 🎈🦘 We're so glad it was worth your visit 🥂!
Written 11 January 2024
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martin_the_explorer
6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2021
Early morning rise (4 am) is a must, but if you don't mind the early rise you should be pretty ok. Crew super nice and cracked jokes during the whole experience. Views up there are epic. Once you land if you dont mind getting your hands a little dirty, you can help the crew fold the hot air ballon back in its transport position, then get onto a transport vehicle (this will be the exciting part - i will leave it to you to find out why) . Some Champagne and free photos at the end is complementary and appreciated.
Whole experience done by 10 am, leaving you to do other things.
Peace out ... till the next review
Written 5 January 2022
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Thanks martinkD395GQ! It's an early start, but we think it's worth it, and it's fantastic to hear that you think the same. Thanks for leaving a review!
Written 1 February 2022
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kiwifrancis
Mount Isa, Australia11 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2021 • Couples
We went from Mareeba. Tony the bus driver was very informative and friendly. When we got to the balloon we were kept informed. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience although disappointed with the thick cloud cover which couldn’t be helped by the crew. Would have loved to see the terrain from above. Also would have liked a photo of the balloon and basket from below.
Written 14 September 2021
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Thanks, kiwifrancis! We're glad to hear you enjoyed your morning with Tony and the team. We do our best to provide a hot air balloon experience to remember, and you're 100% correct - cloud cover isn't something we have control over!
Written 16 September 2021
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Eli2232
New York City, NY2 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2017 • Family
We had our worst experience with this hot air balloon company. The scenery and hot air experience is good. However, this company offers the worst service by lying and tricking their customers. After the balloon ended, they asked us to fold and pack the balloon for them and the pick up bus didn't show up until we finished packing the balloon for heir staff. It could be a nice try out experience except they've tricked us to do this in the most shady way.

There was no mention of such activity throughout their itinerary or any communication, so none of the group have expected or prepared for this. We were only being told to do so after we landed and found out the bus would not pick us up until we finish doing such. The balloon landed in the wilderness with grass over 5 centimeter high full of bugs and mosquitoes. As none of us expected this, most of us were in short and sandals. We got bitten all over the body. I was wearing a legging and flip flop but still got over 30 (30+!!!!!) bites from feet to thighs. The most disgusting part was there were kids who couldn't stand the bug bites and their parents asked if they can put the kids in the bus first but got rejected. This shady company left children unprotected in the most arrogant way. While all of their staff are fully covered and protected with long thick pants and boots.

We paid a good amount of money but only found out we got coerced to pack the entire equipment for their staff (there were only 3 of them) and this was the only choice presented to us. They lied to us the bus was not there yet but I clearly saw while we were descending, the bus was there for a second but then left to park nearby. Right the moment we finished packing, the bus showed up - perfectly set us up for free laboring. As a consequence, we arrived our hotel 40 minutes late than promised at booking.

If there is any tourism regulation agency that handles formal complaints fellow reviewers pls let me know. I will for sure file a formal complaint for this company for their dishonesty and disgusting manner of tricking and treating their customers.

DO NOT CHOOSE THIS SHADY COMPANY! There are lots of better choices out there.
Written 4 February 2017
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