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frequently asked questions.....
About Balloons Over Brisbane's Hot Air Balloon Rides
1. Where in Brisbane do you launch from and land, what is your flight path?
As flight path is determined by wind direction, the pilots decide the launch site that will give you the best view possible of Brisbane.
You are transported from Davies Park to the launch site and you are similarly transported from the landing site back to Davies Park.
2. When do we have breakfast?
We serve breakfast at the South's Leagues Club at Davies Park in West End.
We have a designate deck area that looks out over the Brisbane River.
The Pilot and Crew serve you a breakfast of assorted meats, cheeses, breads, croisants, fresh fruit, ante pesto, tea, coffee, juice and champagne
3. I don't drink and I am a vegetarian, will I need to bring anything?
We serve a variety of food, assorted meats, cheeses, breads, croissants, fresh fruit and antipasto, served to the table where you are able to make your own selection.
Beverages other than Champagne are tea, coffee and juice. BYO is not necessary.
Please advise if you have any special dietry requirements. ie: gluten intollerance
4. How long will my hot air balloon ride over Brisbane be?
Flying time is approximately an hour, flight and safetly conditions dictate the exact length od flying time, though total event time is anything from 3 to 4 hours in total.
This includes not only the hot air balloon ride and breakfast, but travelling time to and from the launch and landing site, as well as setting up the hot air balloon and packing it away after landing.
5. Can I help set up and pack away the hot air balloon?
Yes you certainly can, we encourage and appreciate those who are able, to help with setting up and packing away, it's all part of the experience, all part of the fun.
6. Can my friends and/or family watch me take off and land?
Watching the take off is not a problem, however family and friends will need to supply their own transport to the launch site.
Landing is a little more difficult due to landings often being in places inaccessible to the general public.
7. Does it get cold in the hot air balloon?
Not really, as we seldom climb above 2000ft conditions in the Hot Air Balloon and the outside temperatures are similar to that at ground level.
As we travel with the wind; there is no wind chill factor to consider. Keep in mind that your hot air balloon ride is over Brisbane, and the conditions in winter are much milder than they would be in southern states, therefore heavy jackets and gloves would be inappropriate.
In Winter you will generally be colder while waiting to lift off than when in the balloon.
8. What if I am scared of heights?
Hot air balloon rides are not like walking out onto a balcony of a tall building or a scenic lookout where the ground drops from view as you approach the edge. You don't get that vertigo feeling. Your ascent is slow and calm and you have time to adjust to the distance between you and the ground.
9. Do hot air balloon rides make you air sick? (motion sickness)
The turbulence which usually causes motion sickness is absent in a hot air balloon ride. The flight of a hot air balloon is almost too smooth to describe.
10. I have a medical condition can I still Fly?
If you feel your condition might affect you ability to fly with us, we recommend you seek the advice of your doctor, he is the best person to determine if you can fly.
Unfortunatley if pregnant you will not be able to fly.
11. How far in advance do I need to book?
We normally recommend 2 to 3 week in advance, though that doesn't mean there would be nothing available, within that period, it is more about saving yourself dissapointment if the day you wanted was already booked.
For larger groups we recommend up to a 4 weeks or more in advance.
12. How many passengers does the balloon carry?
The total number of passengers is controlled by the total weight of all passengers, maximum weight for our balloons will range from 600kg to 640kg, depending on temperature and time of year. Although the basket is technically built for 10 passengers we carry 7 to 9 passengers per balloon and we have 2 balloons available.
13. How do I know if the flight is cancelled, what should I do?
Nothing; as we have a "No News is Good News" policy. The pilots are constantly monitoring the weather, if or when they do make that decision to cancel, you will be contacted.
As weather conditions are constantly changing; it is rare they will cancel the day or night before; as they prefer to check conditions on the morning of the flight.
If they do cancel you will be contacted no later than an hour or so before scheduled lift off.
If the flight is cancelled and you wish to reschedule, please call our office:
07 3844 6671 between 7:30am and 7:30pm 7 days a week.
If unable to reschedule we are happy to refund any deposits paid.
