About us
Adventure Balloons NZ is a family run operation.
Our Story
Adventure Balloons New Zealand is a local company, based just outside Christchurch, South Island of New Zealand, although now also expanding to Wanaka in Otago. We offer a unique flight experience to remember, whether you’re in New Zealand on holiday, or as a homegrown Kiwi why not enjoy our stunning country from the skies, perhaps to celebrate a special occasion.
Our Chief Pilot Graeme Church has over 35 years hot air balloon experience flying in New Zealand, the UK and other parts of Europe, including Alpine Flying as well as a flight across the English Channel! Graeme also holds a fixed wing Aeroplane licence. Graeme is also one of two Hot Air Balloon Flight examiners in New Zealand.
Adventure Balloons is operated by Graeme and his wife Michaela and has a number of highly trained crew.
We are now looking at operating a Hot Air Balloon Pilot School, although still in the pip line but watch this space!
What our previous guests have said
Excellent! Dec 2023 • Family The pilot was knowledgeable and friendly. We were lucky to get an amazing day for flying. Thank you Adventure Balloons for
Family
Heel bijzonder om zo door de lucht te zweven, hadden mooi weer met super uitzicht op de bergen.
Veronica, Netherlands
Fantastic fun, very warm hospitality and super friendly service. Very experienced and knowledgeable pilot and support crew. Highly recommended company and
Raajew Singh
Smooth, entertaining, beautiful. A fantastic experience.
Ray White Rangiora
Amazing Experience, Loved it! Graeme is super nice and friendly!! Definitely recommend!
Mandy Ta
Highly recommended Tripadvisor review: Methven-Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flight Excellent trip with very friendly, experienced and professional staff.
Russell
Out of this world Apr 2024 • The introduction was great, and from there it just got better, got to take great photos and videos, the take off was so
Solo
A Bucket List Item! Viator review: Methven-Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flight What a wonderful experience! You get to help set up and break down the
Rosie C
Graeme was funny & informative. The health & safety was very good as well. I felt very safe and never felt any apprehension. would recommend to anyone.
Janice, New Zealand