Hot Air Ballooning

New Zealand offers truly outstanding bird's eye views embracing mountains, plains, cities and oceans from your Hot air Balloon adventure. Many flights begin at sunrise when the air is still and the soft dawn light guarantees great photography. At the end of each flight the basket load of aviators gently descends to earth. The champagne corks pop, a gourmet lunch is served and balloon ride certificates are handed out.

New Zealand Hot air balloon operations over the Canterbury Plains offer a unique perspective. From Methven just over an hours drive from Christchurch on the South Island an enthralling flight rises beside Mt Hutt revealing the entire 300 km expanse of the plains and offers views of Mt Cook and its entourage of ice-bound rocky peaks.

In other locations such as Carterton, Christchurch and Queenstown, it is a common sight to view giant balloons rising ponderously. If you would like to experience ballooning, inquire at New Zealands many visitor centres for local contact details.

Wake up early and enjoy a New Zealand hot air balloon ride that will be breathtaking.