Enjoy a once in a lifetime Hot Air Balloon ride across Hampshire! Departing from Winchester, you'll immediately get to experience incredible views out across the countryside with a small group of 10 passengers. With early morning and evening flights available, this is a perfect opportunity to witness a stunning sunrise or sunset from the air as you float gently over the countryside. Your views will likely include the historic city of Winchester, the rolling Hampshire hills and along the coastline. These flights will last an hour but be prepared to spend between three to four hours on site with ample time for transfers, launch, take off and landing. With the flexibility to book this flight for any time during the week between April and October, there's plenty of availability to plan your once in a lifetime journey into the skies. Looking for a way to celebrate a special birthday or another occasion? This anytime hot air balloon ride is an ideal way to spend time with loved ones and tick a bucket list flying experience off your list.
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Overview
- Balloon rides from Winchester
- Weekend and weekday flights
- See the Hampshire countryside
- Bubbly and Land Rover transfers included!
What's Included
- Enjoy a flight in a hot air balloon
- Safety briefing with your pilot
- Prepare the balloon for the flight
- Balloon flight lasting approximately one hour
- See some amazing scenery, wildlife and some beautiful houses
- Assist with the packing away of the balloon
- Glass of celebratory fizz or soft drink
- Return journey by Land Rover to the launch site
- Your choice of a sunrise or sunset flight
- Locations will be either Winchester Rugby Club, SO23 or Norton Park Hotel, SO21
- The specific launch site will be confirmed a few days before the flight
- You will form part of a small group of between 8-10 passengers
- Allow between 3-4 hours for this experience
Suitable For
- Minimum age 7
- Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult
- Participants must be able to get in and out of a basket (the crew will help those who need assistance), stand for the duration and understand the important safety briefing given by your pilot
- You must be able to assume the landing position of bent knees with ankles together to absorb any impact
- Flying after major surgery, whilst suffering from a significant medical condition or whilst pregnant in your second/third trimester is not permitted
Spectators
- Family and friends are welcome to watch your take-off but are not permitted to drive on to a launch field
- They may follow the balloon and greet you on landing
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 7 years
This product is not eligible for promotional discount codes.
Availability
- Vouchers are valid for use on weekdays and weekends from April to October
- The meeting time for morning flights is generally 06:00 and 18:30 for evening flights
- Times may vary slightly throughout the season
- Weather conditions need to be optimal for balloons to fly safely
- If the weather forecast is deemed unsuitable your flight will be rescheduled
Anything Else
- Warm, comfortable layers should be worn
- Comfortable flat shoes (no flip flops, open-toed sandals or high heels)
- Hats or caps are recommended to protect your head from the burners
- This experience is excluded from additional discount codes and promotions
- If your flight needs to be rescheduled bookings are non-refundable and can be rescheduled only
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience
