South Africa · BALLOONS
The 7 balloon flights below are the ones worth your money, each with its price, its duration and the thing to know before you commit. Start at the top.
Review of the Magaliesburg balloon safari from Johannesburg, with flight details, breakfast, pricing, fitness needs, weather rules, and booking advice.
“Everyone was very friendly helpful and we had so much to talk about and to see the sights was amazing and our guide knew what he was doing thank you to each and every one it was lovely.”
Float above Pilanesberg National Park, spot big game, toast your landing, and enjoy a full English breakfast near Sun City.
“Absolutely amazing balloon ride over the park. Beautiful scenery and many game sightings. We saw giraffes, rhinos, zebras, different antelopes and many more. Really expensive but it is an experience that will stay with you for many many years. We were 3 families, 10 people aged 12-61, and everybody enjoyed it.”
Review of Pilanesberg’s sunrise hot air balloon safari, with Big Five views, expert pilots, breakfast, pricing, weather tips, and booking advice.
“Absolutely amazing. Don’t hesitate in booking. Picked up early by Greg who was fun for the 45 minute journey to the launch site. Even if it’s summer wear warm clothes as it’s an open sided vehicle. Captain Harman and Tony piloted the Balloon beautifully. It was a stunning majestic experience, we saw Rhinos, leopards, hyenas, lots of Game all from the serene comfort of the balloon. Honestly a once in a lifetime experience. Highly recommended”
Review of Johannesburg’s sunrise hot-air-balloon flight over Magalies Valley, with private transfers, breakfast, sparkling wine, and practical tips.
“Stuart was a fantastic guide. Took many pictures and videos of my friend and I on the hot air balloon.”
Review of Johannesburg’s Magalies Valley balloon flight, with sunrise views, breakfast, transport, safety details, price, and booking advice.
“Stunning views, wonderful experience. Stuart picked us up on time and was a great host. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique couples experience”
Fly by hot air balloon over Stellenbosch, then taste award-winning wines in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek on a private Cape Town tour.
“Our private guide,Kevin, didn’t want to be there, and it made the experience less pleasant. The hot air balloon ride, however, was magical—an absolutely amazing experience. The team running the activity was outstanding; everything was meticulously organized to ensure we had an exceptional time. Looking back, I would have preferred to only do the hot air balloon experience and skip the vineyard tour. It’s an expensive day overall; the balloon ride was worth it, but the rest was not. We could tell Kevin was impatient to get us back to the hotel. He didn’t explain anything about the village we visited, and while the vineya were beautiful, his unpleasant attitude…”
Ride a hot air balloon over Cape winelands, enjoy breakfast, historic Stellenbosch, and three wine tastings on a private day tour.
“Decent for a first time experience but it does not go over vineyards or hills. Mainly highway and power lines. Very good service and well organized. Good breakfast. I’ve done tours in Napa and Kenya and there’s no comparison”
Pick a mountain, a reserve or a cellar.
