Sunrise Balloons - A refreshing way to see Queenstown

The Flight

Hot Air Balloon rides / flights with Sunrise Balloons take place in the valleys between Queenstown and Arrowtown with magnificent views of the unique terrain.

The Experience

Experience sunrise over the lakes and mountains from the serenity of a hot air balloon. Share an incredible morning with the whole family. You'll float gently with the breeze, enjoying incredible panoramic views. Inflight photos are taken during the flight & are avaliable for purchase during a champagne style breakfast at your landing spot.

Transport is provided to and from accommodation. Launch site is only a 10 minute drive from downtown Queenstown! Passengers need to call Sunrise Balloons 30 minutes before pick up time to find out if flight is operating (weather permitting).

Flight Information

Flights are at dawn when the air is cool and calm.

We have views of Coronet Peak and The Remarkables ski areas, Mount Aspiring in the Southern Alps and Mount Tutoko in Fiordland National Park.

We also see Lake Wakatipu, Lake Hayes, the Shotover and Kawarau rivers. Some locations used in "The Lord Of The Rings" can also be seen, for example, The Ford Of Bruinen; Dimrill Dale; The Gates of Argonath; The Pillars Of The Kings. Also visible is Mount Earnslaw, one of the great mountains seen in Isengard.

Maximum Capacity: 12 - 14 adults. (Lindstrand 260)
Maximum Capacity: 10 - 12 adults. (Lindstrand 240)
Maximum Capacity: 6 - 7 adults. (Kavanagh 140)

Passenger Feedback

"Hi, I just wanted to say what a fabulous flight we had on Dec. 23rd. We appreciated the care taken over every aspect of the flight. It was great going so high and having such good views. The landing was so gentle too. And what a treat the breakfast was especially the savoury croissants to accompany the champagne. There was a real family feel to the whole experience which was good and although it is a business those extra touches made it very special."
Joyce Marsden

"What a way to see your beautiful country! An experience everyone should try."
Lee and Martin Hodgkinson, UK

Safety

Our experienced pilots are CAA certified and flight tested every 2 years.

As with any aircraft our balloons receive an annual check and Review of Airworthiness.

To make your flight as safe as possible we monitor weather conditions continually and if it is not suitable the flight is cancelled.