What to expect on your adventure with our Hot Air Balloon Flight
Here is a short video of what your Hot Air Balloon experience could look like!
About Your Experience
Flights take place early morning, when the weather conditions are calm and stable, and so suitable for Hot Air Balloon flights.
We meet in Methven Town Centre before you travel a short distance with us to one of our launch sites, which will be chosen to give you the very best flight experience, depending on the weather conditions on the day.
You will be able to get involved and help our crew with setting the balloon up ready for flight and packing away afterward.
The actual flight will last for around an hour, when you’ll enjoy the unique and very special experience of a hot air balloon flight flying at up to 9500ft, with superb long-distance views across Canterbury Plains and the dramatic Southern Alps including Mount Cook and beyond, as well as the Rakaia Gorge, and its glacial river as it flows out towards the coast.
After we’ve landed we’ll enjoy a celebratory drink before transporting you back to Methven.
Flight Information
We will arrange meeting point and time after you have booked.
Allow up to 4 hours for the whole experience.
Find out more about where to stay, eat, drink and other things to do in and around Methven and the Canterbury Plains.
What our previous guests have said
Excellent experience, early start but worth it. Helped get the balloon ready for the flight, rather than just watching. Flight smooth and serene. Bumpy
Ruth Jenkinson
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
Great experience, Spectacular view, Smooth landing, Love it!! Graeme and teams are very nice and friendly. Would recommend this activity!!
Jan Term
Fantastic fun, very warm hospitality and super friendly service. Very experienced and knowledgeable pilot and support crew. Highly recommended company and
Raajew Singh
Amazing Experience, Loved it! Graeme is super nice and friendly!! Definitely recommend!
Mandy Ta
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