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
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
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
Fantastic Experience Jun 2024 • Amazing experience. All crew and pilot were fantastic and knowledgeable. Would definitely do again and recommend to
Family
Participation dés le début et jusqu’au dernier moment de fermeture du gros sac. QUE DU BONHEUR.
Sophie, France
Heel bijzonder om zo door de lucht te zweven, hadden mooi weer met super uitzicht op de bergen.
Veronica, Netherlands
What an amazing experience!! It had the most beautiful views. All the staff were so great with all their knowledge of the area. Thoroughly, thoroughly loved it!
Navigate
Smooth, entertaining, beautiful. A fantastic experience.
Ray White Rangiora
Highly recommended Tripadvisor review: Methven-Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flight Excellent trip with very friendly, experienced and professional staff.
Russell
Eine sehr entspannte & wunderbare Erfahrung - nicht nur wegen der tollen Fotos!
Markus K, Germany