Christchurch Hot Air Ballooning over Canterbury Plains

Christchurch, New Zealand

See the sun rise over the Canterbury Plains on an early-morning hot-air balloon flight from Christchurch. The sensation of floating over the patchwork farmland at dawn is something you'll never forget, whether you're a visitor or a local - and the views you'll capture with your camera are sensational.

After taking off in your hot-air balloon, the parks, rivers and buildings of Christchurch fade into the distance, making way for the Canterbury Plains, the Southern Alps to the west and the endless blue ocean to the east.

Ballooning is a terrific activity for families with children over the age of five to have an adventure together, in a safe environment. Taking off at sunrise allows you to enjoy the beginning of your day in an original and memorable way, leaving plenty of time for the remainder of your busy itinerary.

USD $275.95

Traveler Reviews

Review by: Dr Dian H H	January 2012
A bit of an early start but a pleasant way to get a panoramic view of Christchurch's plains.

Review by: KAREN W	November 2011
A fantastic experience by a skilled pilot, who knew the landscape around to assist with any queries we had. Go to Christchurch, put money in the economy and enjoy the ride - a real bucket list opportunity.

Review by: Vicente M	September 2011
We were pick up on time, the tour was amazing. Everybody should do this in their lifetime.

Review by: David and Paul	June 2011
After a false start with some terrible rain and we were rescheduled for the next day. A very early start and very exciting in the dark. Getting the balloon ready was fascinating and the pilot great. He was really informative and a lot fun.

Review by: NICHOLAS C, Australia	April 2010
Great experience!

Review by: Kenneth A, Australia	March 2010
The highlight of our trip. It had adventure and participation, the pilots handled this particular situation beautifully. We love the photo that we were able to purchase. This made our 30th anniversary very memorable.

Review by: Angela P, Australia	January 2010
This was an exciting and 'hands-on' experience with breathtaking views and tranquil moments which are unique to ballooning. The pilot was highly skilled and able to rotate the balloon to enable all passengers to enjoy the views. Despite being slightly under the optimum number of passengers, he was still able to deftly manipulate and land the balloon.

Review by: Jeffrey B, United Kingdom	April 2008
This was OK. The downside to it was the fact that the balloon was packed - there were 24 passengers in the basket and it was impossible to move around. Location was nice and crew friendly, but too crowded.

Review by: Patricia H	April 2008
This was OK. The downside to it was the fact that the balloon was packed - there were 24 passengers in the basket and it was impossible to move around. Location was nice and crew friendly, but too crowded.

Review by: Ross G, Australia	November 2007
Great experience, good company and service.

Review by: Ian G	November 2007
Great experience, good company and service.