Ballooning tours in the Hunter Valley, New South Wales, offer a unique and memorable way to experience the region's picturesque landscape and famous wine areas. Balloon Aloft Hunter Valley is a reputable tour operator with over forty years of experience, boasting a team of skilled pilots that includes champions in Australian and world women's ballooning.
The Hunter Valley, Australia's oldest wine region, is situated just two hours north of Sydney. Passengers typically gather at Peterson House early in the morning, between 4:30 to 6:30 am, for an hour-long balloon ride that showcases stunning views of vineyards, mountain ranges, and eucalypt forests as the sun rises. After the flight, passengers enjoy a gourmet champagne breakfast back at Peterson House, included in the tour.
Balloon Aloft operates throughout the year, subject to weather conditions, offering various tour packages ranging from hot air balloon flights for two people to ultimate experiences that combine accommodation, breakfast, and ballooning. A hot air balloon ride over the Hunter Valley provides a gentle, peaceful, and breathtaking way to immerse oneself in the beauty of the region and its renowned wine areas, making it a highly recommended adventure for travelers in the area.