Activity Details
Located just two hours north of Sydney and forty-five minutes from Newcastle, the Hunter Valley – Australia’s premier vineyard region – offers the perfect backdrop for the flight of a lifetime.
Meeting at the renowned Peterson House Winery in Pokolbin, our Hunter Valley sunrise balloon flights take in spectacular views of the lower Hunter Valley wine regions including Pokolbin, Lovedale, Broke and Rothbury. A sunrise balloon flight over the Hunter Valley is sure to impress with views of endless vineyards, picturesque farmland, mountain ranges and national parks all on display.
Balloon Aloft is delighted to be able to meet our Hunter Valley passengers at the premier sparkling wine house in the Hunter Valley, Peterson House. Following their flight adventure, passengers are returned to Peterson House where they can enjoy a delicious gourmet breakfast and sparkling wine tasting. Peterson’s, conveniently located on the corner of Broke Road and Wine Country Drive in Central Pokolbin, is the perfect location to begin and complete your ballooning adventure.
Inclusions
- One hour flight
- Gourmet breakfast
- Digital inflight photo album
- Insurance & levy
- Refundable Ticket able to reschedule or request a refund in the event of cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Tickets valid to reschedule for 12 months
Exclusions
- All inclusions are as indicated on the websites at time of travel. If not stated as included the item/s are at guests own cost.
Change & Refund Policies
- Cancellations made at or before 12:00 at least 14 days before the date of use will incur a cancellation fee of 20%
- Cancellations made after 12:00 at least 14 days before the date of use will incur a cancellation fee of 100%
- Partial cancellation of this booking is not permitted
How to Use It
- We will send an e-voucher to your email after the booking is confirmed. Please check your email and check the information on the voucher. One the day before the trip, you need to call Hot Air Balloon company(1300 723 279) to confirm the meeting time. On the day of tour, please bring a paper or electronic voucher and wait at the meeting point at least 30 minutes in advance.
Activity Essentials
Traveller Information
Adult: Age 7+
Notices
1. The hot air balloon company works from 9:00-16:00 local time, and is closed on Saturday and Sunday.Please make phone calls during business hours and communicate in English.If you have any questions, please contact our customer service for assistance. We will call all passengers between 3pm – 6pm the day before to confirm status of flight and arrival time. Please ensure we have your correct contact details. There will also be a confirmation text and email confirming your flight. If the weather suddenly changes the morning of, please keep your phone on you as the pilot will call/text to advise of any last minute cancellations due to weather. Alternatively call us on 1300 80 70 24.
2. At the time of booking, please let us know your approximate weight as this is important for our pilots loading preparations.
3. This activity is not suitable for pregnant women, those who have had surgery recently, and those with serious back and leg diseases.
4. We recommend you you wear casual comfortable ?layered clothing and flat enclosed shoes on the day of your flight, also you can wear a hat and sunglasses. White clothing is not recommended. Please keep in mind that the basket is 1.2mts in height with two footholds in the side to use as a step ladder to climb into and out of the basket.
