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
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Wako, Japan
Fantastic Experience Jun 2024 • Amazing experience. All crew and pilot were fantastic and knowledgeable. Would definitely do again and recommend to
Family
Bucket list- Happy anniversary to us Tripadvisor review: Methven-Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flight This was a bucket list item for us and we are so glad
Wailuff91
Went for my first flight in a hot air balloon with Adventure Balloons. Had an amazing time with perfect weather and stunning views of Methven, Mt Hutt and the
Mark Ewington
Highly recommended Tripadvisor review: Methven-Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flight Excellent trip with very friendly, experienced and professional staff.
Fred J
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
It was an involved experience. We did a bit of everything. The highlight was lifting off! And then wondering where were going to land! Our pilot Graeme, was
Shelly Maree Harwood
Spectacular sights and experience Friendly, knowledgeable team. Massive colourful balloon. The views are magnificent, could see mt cook. From the roar of the
Sue, New Zealand
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