Great Ocean Balloon Flight - Geelong/Bellarine at Sunrise

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AUD 406.17

About the place

Enjoy a sunrise balloon flight over Geelong with stunning views, expert crew, easy transfers, and breakfast—all in one seamless, unforgettable experience.

Getting started

Arrive at the Rydges Geelong Hotel 1.5 hours before sunrise. The pilot/crew will confirm the exact time via SMS or WhatsApp the night before. Bring your booking confirmation and photo ID. Enjoy hotel facilities before the transfers to the launch site.

What to expect

This is a 4-hour experience that includes transfers, balloon setup, a 1-hour sunrise flight, and a buffet breakfast. You’ll watch the balloon inflate, take to the skies for breathtaking views—including the Barrabool Hills, Port Phillip Bay, the Bellarine Peninsula, and the ocean. The experience wraps up with a return to the hotel for breakfast.

Features

  • 1-hour flight at sunrise: Soar over Geelong and the start of the Great Ocean Road with panoramic early morning views.

  • Different flight routes: Flight paths change based on wind, offering views of the coastline, city, or countryside.

  • Hotel meeting point: Start and end your experience at the Rydges Geelong Hotel with access to hotel facilities.

  • Balloon setup and pack-down: Watch the balloon inflate, and you may also be given the chance to help pack it down after landing.

  • Buffet breakfast: Enjoy a full breakfast at the hotel after your flight.

  • Professional crew: Fly with licensed pilots and trained ground staff for a safe experience.

Location
Myers St &, Gheringhap St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia

Highlights

  • Float over Geelong and the scenic start of the Great Ocean Road in a hot air balloon, with sunrise views of the bay, ocean, and countryside in a full 1-hour flight.
  • See the sunrise from above with views of the Barrabool Hills, Port Phillip Bay, the Bellarine Peninsula, and the southern coastline.
  • Meet at Rydges Geelong Hotel for check-in and easy return transfers to and from the balloon launch site.
  • Enjoy a well-earned buffet breakfast back at the Rydges Geelong Hotel after your flight.
  • Routes vary with the wind, offering ever-changing views—from coastline to city and beyond.

Inclusions & Exclusions

InclusionsExclusions
  • 1-hour sunrise hot air balloon flight
  • One-way hotel pick-up from the CBD (must be pre-booked)
  • Round-trip transfers between the meeting point and launch/ landing sites
  • Buffet breakfast after the flight
  • Breakfast for non-ticket holders
  • Transport costs to the meeting point
  • Cancellation or disruption expenses
  • Pick-up outside the CBD
  • 1-hour sunrise hot air balloon flight
  • One-way hotel pick-up from the CBD (must be pre-booked)
  • Round-trip transfers between the meeting point and launch/ landing sites
  • Buffet breakfast after the flight
  • Breakfast for non-ticket holders
  • Transport costs to the meeting point
  • Cancellation or disruption expenses
  • Pick-up outside the CBD

Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring

  • Copy of your ticket

  • A valid photo ID

  • Comfortable clothing and closed shoes

  • Hat and camera

What’s not allowed

  • High-heeled shoes, open-toed shoes, and bare feet

  • Pets

  • Weapons or sharp objects

  • Smoking and vaping

  • Luggage or large bags

  • Littering

  • Unaccompanied guests below the age 16

Accessibility

  • Not recommended for individuals with certain physical disabilities.

  • Not suitable for those who are heavily pregnant.

  • Participants must be able to climb in and out of the basket with minimal assistance.

Additional information

  • Flight duration is approximately 1 hour, and the entire experience, including the commute and breakfast, will be approximately 4 hours.

  • The meeting point is the Rydges Geelong Hotel.

  • Exact meeting time is confirmed the evening before and is usually 1.5 hours before sunrise.

Additional Information

Cancellation is allowed up to 48 hours before the scheduled start time. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.

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