Global Ballooning Australia

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Air, Helicopter and Balloon Tours
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Food and Wine Tours
Half Day or Less
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  • Adventure
  • Food & Wine
  • Luxury
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Sports

Highlights

  • Soar above Melbourne's skyline, experiencing the only major city balloon flight in the world for breathtaking views.
  • Drift over Yarra Valley's vineyards, soaking in the stunning landscapes and wildlife at sunrise just 50 minutes from Melbourne.
  • Catch your breath in Mansfield, gliding over picturesque Alpine Ranges and enjoying the serene beauty of the rising sun.
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Description

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Global Ballooning Australia is Victoria’s largest hot air ballooning company offering flights over Melbourne and the Yarra Valley. Global Ballooning caters to all the needs

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With over 30 years of ballooning over Melbourne, Yarra Valley and Mansfield, Global Ballooning Australia have flown over 150,000 passengers, earned thousands of five-star reviews, and set the Australian standard for safety and expertise. Owned by a fourth-generation, aviation family, they create unforgettable experiences. Flights available seven days a week.

Melbourne – The only major city in the world where you can fly by hot air balloon. Soar above the skyline or drift over suburbs – wind dependent.

Yarra Valley – only a leisurely 50 minute drive from Melbourne’s Central Business District – a world-class wine region with vineyards, rolling hills and sunrise wildlife/kangaroo spotting.

Mansfield – A High-Country paradise with breathtaking views of Mt Buller’s snow-capped peaks.

Ready to experience the wonder?

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Tour/s

Melbourne Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight

Melbourne Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight

Enjoy a remarkable sunrise hot air balloon flight in Melbourne with Global Ballooning Australia. Melbourne is the only major city in the world where you can fly over the city centre by hot air balloon, making this flight truly unforgettable.

This stylish metropolis offers so much to see including the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Port Phillip Bay or Eureka Tower. Imagine starting the day feeling the warmth of flames gently inflating the balloon, the thrill of seeing the sun rise over legendary city landmarks, floating peacefully above the Yarra River, followed by a sparkling buffet breakfast at the 5 star Pullman Melbourne on the Park hotel, where you will also receive a complimentary luxe balloon magnet.

Yarra Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight

Yarra Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight

Fly with Global Balloonng Australia over Yarra Valley, Victoria’s most spectacular wine region, only a leisurely 50-minute drive from Melbourne’s city centre.

With more than 80 vineyards scattered throughout the region, you’ll have plenty to admire from the sky-high vantage point of a hot air balloon. Let the breeze usher you along the corridors of grapevines and over the Yarra River as you take in breathtaking views of mountains, vineyards, and perhaps even a few kangaroos.

To remember your adventure, you’ll also receive a luxe balloon magnet – a stylish keepsake of your unforgettable Yarra Valley flight.

Mansfield Hot Air Balloon Flight

Mansfield Hot Air Balloon Flight

Catch your breath as you drift slowly over the picturesque landscapes of Mansfield and the Alpine Ranges with Global Ballooning Australia, illuminated by the rising sun.

Situated in the foothills of the Victorian Alps and close by to Mt Buller and Lake Eildon, Mansfield is an incredible sight to see from above, studded with vast grazing lands, rolling valleys and mountain forests.

Afternoon Flights are available from May to the end of September. Sunrise flights year-round.

Yarra Valley Flight, breakfast and Twilight Puffing Billy Train

Yarra Valley Flight, breakfast and Twilight Puffing Billy Train

The package includes approximately one hour sunrise public balloon flight by Global Balooning Australia over the Yarra Valley, sparkling buffet breakfast post flight at Balgownie Estate, complete flight and ground insurance, a carbon neutral flight, complimentary in-flight photos, free parking, a digital flight certificate to prove it happened and Twilight Puffing Billy 3.5 hour return train journey from Belgrave to Lakeside.

Please visit their website for full terms and conditions.

Deals & Offers

Autumn Offer – 20% Off Hot Air Balloon Flights
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Autumn Offer – 20% Off Hot Air Balloon Flights

Experience the Yarra Valley in autumn with Global Ballooning’s exclusive offer. Save 20% on sunrise flights and gift vouchers for travel between March and May 2026. Drift above vineyards, rolling hills and morning mist in a refined, award‑winning experience just 50 minutes from Melbourne.

Accreditations

  • ATEC India Host
  • ATEC Japan Host
  • China Ready and Accredited Program
  • Civil Aviation Safety Authority
  • Quality Tourism Accreditation
  • Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC

Memberships

  • Australian Tourism Export Council
  • Victoria Tourism Industry Council
  • Visitor Information Centre
  • VIC – Yarra Ranges Tourism