Drift over scenic landscapes in Hot air balloon
Gold Coast, Australia • INR 26312 - INR 33000 approx.• 
Must Do
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jan, Dec
21°C – 29°C, warm and humid with occasional showers, high crowds, peak season
21°C – 29°C, warm and humid with occasional showers, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Not wheelchair accessible; must climb into 1.2m basket unassisted.
Not wheelchair accessible; must climb into 1.2m basket unassisted.
Value for money
Medium
Views and breakfast are great, but the price is high.
Views and breakfast are great, but the price is high.
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Summarised by AI
Romantic Sunrise
Couples loved the breathtaking sunrise views over the Gold Coast hinterland.
Magical Experience
Visitors felt the flight was a magical, once-in-a-lifetime experience for couples.
Unforgettable Moments
Couples reported creating unforgettable memories during the serene flight.
Early Wakeup
Some couples found the early pick-up time a significant drawback for the flight.
Weather Dependent
Couples were concerned about potential cancellations due to weather conditions.
Pricey Package
Some couples felt the overall package price was a bit expensive.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
04:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Tuesday
04:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Wednesday
04:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Thursday
04:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Friday
04:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Saturday
04:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Sunday
04:00 AM - 08:30 AM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
18-31°C
Summer begins with warm temperatures and higher chances of rain; early morning flights are preferable.
Summer begins with warm temperatures and higher chances of rain; early morning flights are preferable.
Open
High demand; advance booking is essential to secure a spot.
High demand; advance booking is essential to secure a spot.
Recommended
December is peak season with warm weather and higher prices; early bookings are recommended for hot air ballooning.
December is peak season with warm weather and higher prices; early bookings are recommended for hot air ballooning.
January
HIGH
21-29°C
Warm and humid with occasional showers.
Warm and humid with occasional showers.
Open
Limited availability; early booking recommended.
Limited availability; early booking recommended.
Recommended
January offers warm temperatures ideal for hot air ballooning, but expect higher prices and crowds due to peak tourist season. Early morning flights are recommended to avoid midday heat.
January offers warm temperatures ideal for hot air ballooning, but expect higher prices and crowds due to peak tourist season. Early morning flights are recommended to avoid midday heat.
February
MEDIUM
21-29°C
Warm and humid with occasional showers.
Warm and humid with occasional showers.
Open
More availability compared to January.
More availability compared to January.
Recommended
February provides warm weather suitable for ballooning with fewer crowds and more reasonable prices. Be prepared for occasional rain showers.
February provides warm weather suitable for ballooning with fewer crowds and more reasonable prices. Be prepared for occasional rain showers.
March
LOW
20-28°C
Warm with decreasing humidity and rainfall.
Warm with decreasing humidity and rainfall.
Open
Good availability; less competition for bookings.
Good availability; less competition for bookings.
Recommended
March offers pleasant weather and low crowd levels, making it an excellent time for hot air ballooning. Prices are generally lower, and availability is high.
March offers pleasant weather and low crowd levels, making it an excellent time for hot air ballooning. Prices are generally lower, and availability is high.
How to get there
Car
Recommended
The meeting point at 23 Ferny Avenue is easily accessible via the Gold Coast Highway. Parking is available at Chevron Renaissance Shopping Centre, Bruce Bishop Car Park, and Circle on Cavill.
Shuttle
Recommended
The tour operator provides shuttle services with pick-ups from accommodations in Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach, and Main Beach.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis and rideshares like Uber are widely available and offer a direct way to get to the 23 Ferny Avenue meeting point. Secure taxi ranks are located nearby on Orchid Avenue and Cavill Avenue.
Bus
Numerous Translink bus routes run along Ferny Avenue (Gold Coast Highway) with stops very close to the meeting address, such as "Ferny Ave at Ocean Avenue" and "Ferny Ave at Palm Avenue."
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required