Cairns Hot Air Balloon Flight with 3-Course Meal and Drink

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Start your day before sunrise with a friendly, professional guide who will pick you up from your accommodation and take you to the balloon launch site. There, you can watch the fascinating process of the hot air balloon being inflated, a truly memorable sight in the early morning light. Once the balloon is ready, climb into the basket alongside an experienced pilot and gently lift off into the sky. As you float peacefully above the landscape, enjoy breathtaking views of lush rainforest covered hills, rolling mountains, and wide open tablelands. The beauty of the sunrise adds a magical touch, with soft colors lighting up the scenery. On clear days, you may even catch a glimpse of the distant Great Barrier Reef. After your smooth and gentle landing, you’ll have the chance to help pack up the balloon, adding a fun and interactive touch to your experience. Celebrate your journey with a light snack and a glass of sparkling wine. To complete the experience, a 3 course meal voucher for Lemoncello’s Restaurant will be sent to you after your flight.

Highlights

  • Witness the incredible balloon inflation display before floating over rainforests and mountains
  • Have fun with balloon pack-up games after landing, then relax during return transfers
  • Relax with convenient return transfers to your accommodation by Hot Air Balloon Cairns
  • Enjoy a 3-course meal and drink at Lemoncello's in the heart of Cairns

What's Included

  • Friendly English-speaking driver/guide for a smooth and comfortable experience
  • Complimentary digital photo package (worth $80) emailed to you on the same day
  • Air-conditioned coach transfers to and from the launch and landing sites
  • Free door-to-door transfers from most Cairns hotels and accommodations
  • Scenic hot air balloon ride over the stunning Gold Coast Hinterland
  • Expert commentary sharing insights about the region
  • Commemorative certificate to remember your balloon ride
  • Enjoy a glass of sparkling wine or juice after landing
  • Air insurance levy fee included ($30)
  • 3-course meal voucher with a drink at Lemoncello’s in Cairns (valid for 14 days)

What's Not Included

  • Other personal expenses

Child Adult Policy

  • Participants must be at least 3 years old to join this activity
  • Children aged 5–13 must be accompanied by a paying adult
  • Guests aged 17 and above are charged at the adult rate
  • Children aged 14–17 may fly alone but must be accompanied by a responsible adult throughout the tour
  • Participants must be able to climb a 1.2-meter ladder to enter the balloon basket without assistance
  • You should be able to stand comfortably for the entire duration of the flight

Things To Know

  • This activity is not suitable for pregnant women or anyone who has been scuba diving the day before
  • If you have any medical conditions or mobility concerns, please consult your doctor before booking
  • Passengers will not be allowed to fly if affected by alcohol, drugs, or certain medications
  • For safety reasons, large bags, backpacks, and handbags are not permitted on the balloon
  • Digital photos are included for every flight; however, no refunds will be given if technical issues occur
  • Flight timings may vary depending on seasonal conditions and will be confirmed upon booking
  • Lemoncello’s meal voucher is valid for 14 days from the issue date
  • Any extra food or drinks not included in the voucher must be paid directly at the restaurant
  • The voucher is non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash
  • Bring a jacket as it gets quite cool as the sun rises and please avoid white clothes
  • Carry hats and sunglasses, and a fully charged camera for taking pictures
  • This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible

Location

  • 36 Abbott St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
  • Please refer to the Google Map for assistance 

Dress Code

  • Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes (no heels, slippers, or skirts)
  • Bring warm clothing for flights between April and October (winter months)
  • In warmer months, light clothing is fine due to heat from the balloon burners

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the travel date (bank transfer fees may apply)
  • Cancellations made within 48 hours or later are non‑refundable
  • No refund for the voucher for a 3 course meal at Lemoncello's Restaurant

FAQs

Below are some commonly asked questions. If you have any additional inquiries or need further clarification, please reach out to our team via live chat, contact us form, or WhatsApp.

Flights start pre-dawn, with hotel pickups around 3:40 AM, and the whole experience finishes between 8:45 AM and 9:45 AM (subject to change — please confirm at time of booking).
Children aged 3 and older can join, with those 5–13 needing to travel with a paying adult. If you have medical or mobility concerns, check with your doctor before booking as it’s not suitable for pregnant women or those who went scuba diving the day before.
Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes, and bring warm clothing if flying between April and October. In warmer months, lightweight clothes work well since the balloon burners generate heat.
You can book your flight and meal online here on this website. Free cancellation is available up to 48 hours before your flight, but cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable, and the 3-course meal voucher cannot be refunded.
You’ll see the balloon inflation before your serene flight over rainforests and mountains at sunrise, enjoy light refreshments after landing, have fun with balloon pack-up activities, and finish with return transfers to your accommodation.
Yes, your experience includes a 3-course meal and drink at Lemoncello's Restaurant, valid for lunch or dinner to be enjoyed on a later date separate from your flight.
Yes, door-to-door transfers from most Cairns hotels are included, as well as air-conditioned coach transfers to and from the launch and landing sites for your convenience.