Chiang Mai Balloon Adventure: Basket Balloon Ride
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Overview
This once-in-a-lifetime experience offers you a breathtaking bird's-eye view of Chiang Mai's stunning countryside at sunrise. Feel the thrill of weightlessness as you float effortlessly through the sky, guided by an experienced commercial pilot who will navigate you over a wealth of cultural and historical sites, providing panoramic views of Chiang Mai's remarkable landscape. Upon arrival at the launch pad, located just 10 kilometers from the city center, you can observe the crew as they prepare the hot air balloon for your unforgettable adventure. After an extraordinary 45-minute flight, indulge in a delightful breakfast featuring fresh fruits, hot coffee, tea, and a traditional Champagne celebration. You will then be driven back to your Chiang Mai hotel, arriving around mid-morning, leaving you with lasting memories of this magical journey.
Ticket Options
3 Options Available
Private Balloon Ride : $442.02
Special Occasion Flight for 2: $670.65
Joined Basket Balloon Ride: $243.87
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- 'Champagne Celebration' after landing
- Hot Air Balloon flight of approximately 45 minutes
- Welcome Drinks and Coffee Break
- Balloon Flight Certificate
- Return transportation from/to hotels in Chiang Mai city area
What's not Included
- Gratuities (optional)
Cancellation Policy
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A child passenger is defined as: aged 5 years to 11 years inclusive AND MUST be above 137cms. in height. (Any person 136cms. or younger no permitted, regardless of age, due to the height of the basket. No child 4 years or younger permitted.
- Passengers over 75 years of age must produce a medical certificate advising fit for flight.
- Balloons/baskets vary in size. Capacity is between 4-8 passengers. Maximum weight is 120 kilograms or 260 pounds. If above this, additional charge of 100% payable at location. If total weight exceeds permissible weight for flight by law, no refund or alternate flight can be offered.
- Passengers must pay full attention to the safety briefing given by the pilot in command before the launch of the balloon, ad questions should be put to pilot if the briefing is not understandable or unclear.
- The pilot’s decision is final on all matters, and he or she has full authority over passengers and crew who are to fully comply with his or her instructions or orders at all times.
- The launch-pad in Amphur Doi Saket may need to be changed due to various factors, such as winds, etc., as instructed by the Chiang Mai airport tower. Operator is the only licensed Thai ballooning company for commercial flights in Thailand, has received approval for commercial flights and Standard Certification by the Department of Civil Aviation Thailand and therefore guarantees all appropriate safety standards are met.
- All pilots are very experienced and fully licensed, having logged hundreds of hours flying passengers in hot air balloons.
- A balloon flight cannot be delayed because of the late arrival of passengers! Because of meteorological reasons like heat and the thermals building up in the early morning hours the balloon has to take off and land on time!
- At least 2 adults are required for this activity to take place. Single traveler may book this product, but is subject to availability
- Balloon Operator reserves the right to cancel or delay the flight for any safety reasons, unfavourable weather conditions or operational difficulties without prior notice at any time prior to the scheduled departure for any reasons. Full refund will be made.
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