Yarra Valley Sunrise Balloon Flight with GoPro Photos
Overview
Experience the Yarra Valley like never before with Global Ballooning Australia, Australia's #1 hot air balloon operator for over 30 years.
Gently rise with the sun on a premium balloon flight, floating above rolling hills, verdant farmland, winding rivers, and picturesque historic towns dating back to the 1830s. Float over some of the Yarra Valley’s world-renowned vineyards and wineries. You will be guided by award-winning, internationally experienced pilots, who are locals within the Yarra Valley. This breathtaking, once-in-a-lifetime adventure showcases the Yarra Valley from an unforgettable perspective.
What's Included
- Complimentary Luxe Balloon Magnet
- Complimentary in-flight photos
- Approximate one-hour sunrise hot air balloon flight
- Digital flight certificate
- Complete flight, ground insurance & launch/landing government fees
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the option “Flight and Transfer (NO Bfst)”.
You have to book Yarra Valley Breakfast and Transfer Package OR Yarra Valley Flight and Transfer Package to add these pick up options- from the 12 selectable CBD hotels. The pickup time will be confirmed via the Global Ballooning mobile app by 6pm the night before. It may be 1-2hrs before sunrise.After the flight and breakfast, we will drop you back to Federation Square in the CBD. If you have booked the Flight and Transfer (no breakfast), you will be dropped directly after your flight. You will be back by mid-morning, except for winter (June-August) when you're back by late morning.
For the options “Flight with Breakfast”, “Flight, Transfers & Breakfast” and “Flight Only”.
1309 Melba Highway
Yarra Glen VIC 3775, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Federation Square
Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Begin your day at Balgownie Estate, with the option of a convenient CBD pickup included in your package.
Travel in comfort on the Global Ballooning bus to your scenic launch site and participate in the balloon setup.
Experience approximately 1 hour of flight over the picturesque Yarra Valley, taking in sweeping views of vineyards and rolling hills.
Once you land, assist with the balloon pack-down, then return to Balgownie Estate.
Indulge in a buffet breakfast (if included) while your flight photos are shared via the Global Ballooning app, ready to download.
Take home a luxe balloon magnet as a lasting memento of your unforgettable adventure.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 6 + years
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or a refund
- Dietary requirements are catered to at breakfast - please advise at time of booking
- Any changes made between 7 days and 48 hrs of the flight will incur a direct charge of $50 per person, due to the limited availability and capacity.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-3127YARRA
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- Complimentary Luxe Balloon Magnet.
- Complimentary in-flight photos.
- Approximate one-hour sunrise hot air balloon flight.
- Digital flight certificate.
- Complete flight, ground insurance & launch/landing government fees.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Yarra Valley Sunrise Balloon Flight with GoPro Photos is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Yarra Valley Sunrise Balloon Flight with GoPro Photos will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Complimentary Luxe Balloon Magnet
- Complimentary in-flight photos
- Approximate one-hour sunrise hot air balloon flight
- Digital flight certificate
- Complete flight, ground insurance & launch/landing government fees
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 6 + years
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or a refund
- Dietary requirements are catered to at breakfast - please advise at time of booking
- Any changes made between 7 days and 48 hrs of the flight will incur a direct charge of $50 per person, due to the limited availability and capacity.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
