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
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
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
A really must try this awesome hot air balloon adventure. Outstanding hosts, service, hospitality, value for money, and Mar 2024 • What a fantastic
Couple
Great experience, Spectacular view, Smooth landing, Love it!! Graeme and teams are very nice and friendly. Would recommend this activity!!
Jan Term
Mar 2024 • Couples Very enjoyable - with mountain views reaching from Mt Hutt across to Mt Cook. Unable to fly on day one, due to adverse weather, but
Couple
Eine sehr entspannte & wunderbare Erfahrung - nicht nur wegen der tollen Fotos!
Markus K, Germany
Experience of a lifetime It was amazing! This was our second attempt due to poor weather conditions last time, and it finally happened. Worth the wait! Our
katie 1, New Zealand
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
Heel bijzonder om zo door de lucht te zweven, hadden mooi weer met super uitzicht op de bergen.
Veronica, Netherlands