Private Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride from Cairns

Drift above rolling hills and open fields at sunrise in a balloon reserved for your party. Fly with an experienced pilot and enjoy the quiet sensation of floating above the countryside.

• Toast in the air with bubbly or orange juice and a light snack
• Learn about ballooning and your surroundings through expert commentary

Itinerary

1. Start with a shared pickup at 04:00 for the Private Cairns Hot Air Balloon Ride or 05:30 for the Private Port Douglas Hot Air Balloon Ride. Pickup times may vary by season, and the transfer may arrive early or late.
2. At 06:00, watch your hot air balloon inflate in the Tablelands region, then take off on your guided balloon ride.
3. At 08:30, land and return.
4. Take a private transfer to a beachfront resort in Palm Cove for a private breakfast with Australian sparkling wine. The Private Cairns Hot Air Balloon Ride includes breakfast at NuNu's; the Private Port Douglas Hot Air Balloon Ride includes breakfast at Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort & Spa. The menu may change with the season and ingredient availability.
5. Finish with an included return shuttle at 10:30 for the Private Cairns Hot Air Balloon Ride or 11:30 for the Private Port Douglas Hot Air Balloon Ride.

What's Included

• 60-minute private scenic balloon flight
• Digital photo package, subject to the onboard camera functioning
• Commemorative certificate signed by your pilot
• Bubbly, orange juice, and a light snack onboard
• Private hot breakfast with sparkling wine at a Palm Cove restaurant
• Round-trip transfers from your property in Cairns or Port Douglas
• AUD 30 air insurance levy

Important details

• Ages 3+ only. Children aged 3–12 require a paying adult to accompany them. Ages 13–17 may fly without an adult but require a responsible adult for the rest of the tour
• Requires standing throughout the flight and climbing a 1.2-meter foothold ladder into the basket without assistance
• Not suitable during pregnancy or if you went diving the previous day
• This activity is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible
• Medical advice is recommended before booking if you have a medical condition or accessibility concerns
• You cannot fly if alcohol, drugs, or prescription medicine impair your judgment
• Do not bring handbags, backpacks, or large bags; they cannot be carried onboard because of weight and safety restrictions
• Do not wear heels, slippers, or skirts. Wear warm clothing for flights from April through October
• Arrive at your pickup location 15 minutes before departure