About this tour
Float above Melbourne's skyline as the city wakes—a rare chance to see a major metropolis from a hot air balloon at sunrise. This 4-hour experience includes roughly 60 minutes aloft, professional guidance, GoPro footage of your flight, and an optional post-flight breakfast. You'll launch and land within the city limits, with all permits and ground insurance handled. Australia's longest-running hot air balloon operator runs this flight.
Highlights
- One hour floating above Melbourne's CBD at dawn
- GoPro photos captured during flight included
- Land within the city, not far into regional countryside
- Optional buffet breakfast after landing
- Complimentary luxe balloon magnet souvenir
- Maximum 12 people per basket for intimate experience
- Weather backup: rebook or full refund if cancelled
What to expect
You'll meet your crew before dawn for a safety briefing and balloon setup. Expect a calm ascent as light spills across the city—the basket drifts quietly, giving you unobstructed views of the Yarra, parks, and skyline. The flight lasts about an hour; descents are gentle. Afterwards, the team will debrief you with your GoPro stills and you can opt into a buffet breakfast to celebrate. The whole outing takes 4 hours from start to finish. Wind and weather dictate exact timing and balloon positioning; conditions must be stable or the flight reschedules.
Good to know
Minimum age 6; children need an adult supervisor. Not suitable if you have spinal issues, are pregnant, or have cardiovascular concerns. All fitness levels welcome otherwise. Gratuities aren't included; bring cash if you wish to tip. Hotel transfers aren't provided—arrange your own way to the launch site.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.