Ballooning Canterbury
Canterbury, Christchurch
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Don't forget to pack a jacket as the early morning temperatures can be chilly
Enjoy the magic of Canterbury from high above in the tranquil early morning skies.
Ballooning Canterbury will take you on a stunning trip across the Canterbury Plains in a top of the range hot air balloon. Experience the peace of early morning air and watch the sun come up across the plains before landing and enjoying a glass of champagne, fruit and muffins.
Ballooning Canterbury is a family owned and operated business, with experienced pilots. The company runs a fleet of three balloons - the smallest taking up to 4 people and the largest up 16 people, perfect for everything from a romantic trip for two to a group outing for a special occasion.
Flights are weather dependent so it is recommended that you book early in your stay in Canterbury so you have time to reschedule if necessary. Children are welcome but must be a minimum of 1.1m tall and be accompanied by an adult.
Ballooning Canterbury will take you on a stunning trip across the Canterbury Plains in a top of the range hot air balloon. Experience the peace of early morning air and watch the sun come up across the plains before landing and enjoying a glass of champagne, fruit and muffins.
Ballooning Canterbury is a family owned and operated business, with experienced pilots. The company runs a fleet of three balloons - the smallest taking up to 4 people and the largest up 16 people, perfect for everything from a romantic trip for two to a group outing for a special occasion.
Flights are weather dependent so it is recommended that you book early in your stay in Canterbury so you have time to reschedule if necessary. Children are welcome but must be a minimum of 1.1m tall and be accompanied by an adult.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ballooning is suitable for all sorts of people. We recommend that people should be fit enough to climb in and out of the basket and to stand for about an hour. If you are a first time flyer or are slightly nervous, don’t worry – we will look after you. We want you to have the most fun and enjoyable experience possible. We use partitioned baskets specially designed to ensure safety, comfort and a superb view.
Children are welcome and must be accompanied by a paying & consenting adult. The child must be able to see over the edge of the basket. Their height must be a minimum of 1.1 m high. Infants are not permitted. A child is aged 12 years and under.
Because a hot air balloon is a lighter-than-air aircraft, it is limited to the total number of kilograms it can lift. Weight limitations vary according to the outside temperature, humidity, and the number and total weight of the passengers and pilot on board. It is extremely important for flight planning that we have accurate weights, it is a legal requirement that each person must be weighed before the flight. Please note the maximum weight for each passenger is 130 kg. If you are heavier than this please contact us directly to discuss the options to accommodate you.
Flights take place at sunrise, as this is when weather conditions are calmest and the lighting is best for viewing and photography. Start times vary depending on the time of year. Ballooning Canterbury flights operate all year round, depending on passenger numbers and weather conditions.
The full experience usually lasts around 4–5 hours, including setup, the flight, and post-flight refreshments. The actual flight time is approximately one hour.
Warm clothes and sensible foot wear. No open shoes.
Yes, personalised flights can be arranged for proposals, weddings, anniversaries, team events, birthdays, and other celebrations.
