About this tour
Launch into the Yarra Valley sky at sunrise aboard a hot air balloon piloted by seasoned local aviators. This four-hour experience lifts you silently over rolling farmland, historic settlements, and vineyard-dotted valleys that define Australia's premier wine region. You'll drift above the landscape as morning light breaks across the hills, capturing the moment with in-flight GoPro footage to take home. The flight lasts roughly an hour aloft, with ground time for preparation and a post-landing breakfast.
Highlights
- Sunrise ascent over Yarra Valley vineyards and farmland
- Hour-long balloon flight with award-winning local pilots
- In-flight GoPro photos included with your booking
- Historic settlements and winding rivers from above
- Digital flight certificate and complimentary magnet
- All insurance and government fees covered
What to expect
You'll meet the crew pre-dawn for a briefing and safety rundown. Once the balloon inflates, you'll step into the basket as it rises gently with the sun. The flight drifts quietly across the valley floor—no engine noise, just the occasional burner flame and the landscape unrolling beneath you. Your pilot, deeply familiar with the Yarra Valley, will point out vineyards, old townships, and geographical landmarks. After landing, you'll gather for breakfast with the crew. Bring warm layers; altitude and early morning mean it gets cool aloft.
Good to know
Minimum age is 6 years; children need an adult with them. Not suitable if you have spinal issues, are pregnant, or have cardiovascular concerns. Weather-dependent; cancellations due to poor conditions get you an alternative date or refund. Changes within 7 days incur a $50 per-person fee. Dietary needs are handled at breakfast—mention them when booking.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.