Hunter Valley Hot Air Balloon Rides

Balloon Aloft offers a range of booking options to suit all travel plans. Guests can choose rebookable tickets for value, or fully refundable tickets for added flexibility. This makes it easier to plan ahead, especially for weekend getaways, special occasions, or gift purchases.

All tickets and vouchers can be transferred across Balloon Aloft’s other flight locations. That added flexibility gives passengers more choice and makes booking a Hunter Valley hot air balloon ride more convenient. Whether you are organising a trip for yourself or buying a gift for someone else, there is a ticket option to match.

Your balloon adventure begins at the famous Peterson House Winery in Pokolbin, a central and convenient location in the heart of Wine Country. From there, guests are transported to one of our many dedicated launch sites to prepare for a sunrise launch over the lower Hunter Valley. Depending on wind conditions, our balloon flights take in spectacular views of the lower Hunter Valley wine regions, including Pokolbin, Lovedale, Broke and Rothbury.

Each hot air balloon ride over the Hunter Valley is unique because your flight path is determined by the wind. Take in endless views of vineyards, farmland, bushland, mountain ranges, and national parks as the sunrises above the spectacular landscape. For visitors comparing what things there are to do in the Hunter Valley beyond wine tasting, this is an experience that combines scenery, atmosphere, adventure and a sense of occasion.

Exclusive flights for Two are ideal for couples, whether planning a proposal, anniversary, or private celebration.These packages are designed for guests who want a more personal and premium way to experience the region from the air.

An exclusive Hunter Valley hot air balloon flight includes an hour-long ride for two, champagne and chocolates during the flight, a digital photo album, and a gourmet breakfast after landing. It is a popular choice for romantic occasions and for anyone who wants a more private setting while taking in the valley views.

After the flight, passengers are transported back to Restaurant Cuvee at Peterson House to enjoy a gourmet breakfast and sparkling wine tasting in one of the Hunter Valley’s best-known wineries. Passengers can enjoy this relaxing end to their hot air ballooning experience, while indulging in some of the best food and sparkling wine the Hunter Valley has to offer.

A premier sparkling wine house in the Hunter Valley, Peterson House is located on the corner of Broke Road and Wine Country Drive in Central Pokolbin, and is the perfect location to begin and complete your hot air balloon adventure.

Balloon Aloft can also cater for corporate events and large group bookings. With more than a dozen balloons and the ability to accommodate over 100 people in a morning, we can offer tailored packages for events of various sizes to suit you.

A group hot air balloon experience in the Hunter Valley offers your company’s staff or clients a setting beyond a typical event venue. It gives your team a spectacular shared, team-building experience in one of the state’s best-known destinations. For businesses looking for a premium group activity, ballooning offers an experience far beyond the standard hospitality packages.

The Hunter Valley is a spectacular location for filming and still photography, and has provided the perfect location for many Australian and international television and movies, as well as fashion shoots, advertising, and event promotion. Balloon Aloft has decades of experience working on film, TV, commercial, and photographic projects, offering balloon hire for both free-flight and tethered work.

We offer services for a wide range of creative and promotional projects. Whether the goal is filming at sunrise, creating strong event visuals, or planning a branded activation, a Hunter Valley hot air balloon can provide a striking backdrop. Balloon Aloft can also assist with planning and feasibility based on the needs of each project.

There is no shortage of things to do in the Hunter Valley that visitors can enjoy. From winery lunches and cellar door tastings to spa stays and scenic drives, the Hunter Valley has it all. One of the region’s most quintessential experiences, hot air ballooning, offers sweeping views of the Lower Hunter Valley and provides an exciting and memorable start to the day.

Hot air balloon flights in the Hunter Valley offer a fresh way to experience the region for couples, visitors from Sydney or Newcastle, and anyone planning a short escape. With more than forty-five years of experience, a convenient local meeting point, and breakfast included, Balloon Aloft continues to be a leading choice for anyone considering a hot air balloon ride in Hunter Valley.

The Balloon Aloft Fiesta every October Long Weekend!

The Balloon Aloft Fiesta is a much-loved Hunter Valley event on the October Long Weekend calendar. Each year dozens of hot air balloons launch at sunrise each morning, filling the skies with colour and excitement.