Hot Air Ballooning – Frequently Asked Questions

Here at Adventure Balloons we get asked a lot of questions, so we thought we would answer a few of them.

What do I wear? – This is the most common question. You should wear sensible outdoor clothing and wear no loose jewellery, with either hiking boots or wellingtons as the fields may be damp. Also a hat would be handy to protect you from the heat of the burners.

Is there an age limit? – No, but riding in a Hot Air Balloon is a type of outdoor sport, so requires some degree of fitness. You must be able to climb in and out of the basket and will be required to stand for about an hour. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult and it is recommended that their height be over 4’6” to be able to see over the side of the basket.

What time of day do we meet? – Adventure Balloons fly in the early mornings or evenings and times vary due to the sunrise and sunset. Normally throughout May, meeting times are 6am for morning rides and 6pm for evening rides.

What is good ballooning weather? – For a successful balloon ride the weather must have light winds, no rain and good visibility. If a balloon flight is cancelled due to bad weather, it will be rescheduled to suit your timetable.

How do I book my balloon flight? – If you own a credit or debit card you can order your flight online, but we also take bookings by fax and telephone. If you would prefer to pay for it by cheque, you can print out a booking form and send it to us. Gift vouches can be purchased at anytime through the Adventure Balloons website.