Chiang Mai Balloon Adventure: Basket Balloon Ride | La Vacanza Travel

Chiang Mai Balloon Adventure: Basket Balloon Ride

Duration: 3 hours 20 minutes
Destination: Thailand, Chiang Mai Province, Chiang Mai
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  • 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Chiang Mai
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

This Once-In-A-Lifetime experience gives you a bird's-eye view of Chiang Mai's stunning countryside just as the sun rises to begin a new day. Allow the wind to lead you, while feeling a sense of weightlessness, as your experienced commercial pilot takes you over a wealth of cultural and historic sites giving you panoramic views of Chiangmai's breathtaking landscape.

Upon arrival at the launch pad, only about 10kms. from Chiang Mai's city centre, you can watch the crew prepare the balloon that will take you on a magical experience that you'll remember forever.

Following a flight of about 45 minutes like no other, you will be treated to a breakfast of fresh fruits, hot coffee and tea as well as a traditional Champagne Celebration.

Shortly thereafter you will be driven back to your Chiang Mai hotel, returning around mid-morning.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Balloon Chiangmai by Tethering Balloon Thailand, Chonprathan Rd, Tambon Don Kaeo, Amphoe Mae Rim, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50180, Thailand

Capture the stunning views as you float over the Chiang Mai countryside on a hot air balloon. Take in views of Northern Thailand’s lush landscapes.

Duration: 50 minutes

Pass By: Tweechol Botanic Garden, 118 Moo 7 Cheng Doi, Doi Saket, Doi Saket 50200 Thailand

Beautiful, well maintained gardens of more than 100 acres.

Pass By: San Sai, San Sai

San Sai is a district in the central part of Chiang Mai Province in northern Thailand and is adorned with beautiful scenery.

Pass By: Wat Phra That Doi Saket, Choeng Doi, Doi Saket 50220 Thailand

Located high in the hills above Chiang Mai, this magnificent temple was commissioned by King Kuena, ruler of the region from 1367-1388.

Inclusions
  • Hot Air Balloon flight of approximately 45 minutes
  • Return transportation from/to hotels in Chiang Mai city area
  • 'Champagne Celebration' after landing
  • Balloon Flight Certificate
  • Welcome Drinks and Coffee Break

Exclusions
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Most travelers can participate
  • 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.
  • Only one child is permitted per one adult passenger. The adult passenger will be fully responsible for the child's actions throughout the flight experience.
  • A written authorisation by parents or tutor must be submitted upon reservation and boarding (if child is not traveling with the parents or tutor).
  • 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.
  • Wheelchair can only be on a Request Basis. Operator does not guarantee the availability of wheelchairs.
  • Pregnant women are not permitted to fly
  • 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.
  • Participants will not be allowed to consume alcoholic beverages or other substances forbidden by Thai law prior or during the services. As a consequence, immediate action will be taken and no refund will be given.
  • 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.
  • Wear suitable clothing that will protect you from heat of the balloon burner and the sun as well as suitable shoes (no flip-flops). Also useful are sunglasses, a hat (that won't fly off!) and binoculars.
  • 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.
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up from all Chiang Mai city hotels. Surcharge will apply for pickups from Four Seasons Resort
Chiang Mai and Veranda High Resort Chiang Mai


Departure Time

06:10 AM

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

3 hours 20 minutes


User's Reviews

262briana

27 Feb, 2024

Really unique experience well worth the early morning trip. We actually got in the ballon around 650 and lifted off before sunrise. We watched the Sunrise from around 1000 feet. We caught the upper air currents and were up for a close to 1 hour. Very unique view of the landscape. We would do this again, as one of the group this was his second time. Very experienced pilot!

H9757BHstephanies

30 Jan, 2024

Very professional and delightful hot air balloon trip over Chiang Mai at dawn. The driver was prompt when he picked us up at our hotel. Staff at the office were friendly and helpful. The Pilot was excellent and included a brief history of hot air ballooning over our celebratory champagne. Highly recommend!

kristin_k

14 Jan, 2024

Picked up at the hotel at 6am. Short ride to the balloon site. Watched the balloon inflate, got in and took off. It was amazing. There were two couples plus our pilot in our basket. There were two balloons and 4 couples on the day we did our adventure. There was not much wind so we didn't go very far. We went high, tho. And it was so quiet! We were in the sky for about 45 minutes. The landing was super smooth in a rice field. After landing the ground crew helped move the balloon closer to the car (we were 5 ft off the ground or so). Back at the starting point we had a champagne toast before returning to our hotel. A great experience - definitely recommend it to anyone!

Gary_G

30 Nov, 2023

La Vacanza Travel delivered again a very enjoyable outing. Although a very early pick up time( 05:20), the driver was exactly on time and we drove to pick up another couple before proceeding to the balloon departure site. The weather was fortunately largely cooperative. Cannot always get absolutely clear skies but at least no bad winds. Our pilot, Ropes K., having many years of experience, provided a pleasant journey and fortunately did open the trap door on us-lol! The trip was actually taken December 1, 2023 but that option was loaded yet that is why it otherwise shows as November.

ty44bray

06 Aug, 2023

We had a very enjoyable and professional experience. The balloon company picked us up at our hotel in Chiang Mai and drove us to the flight office where we had coffee and snacks. We were able to watch as they finished setting up the ballon and then climbed aboard. We had about a 45 minute flight, and had incredible views of the city, mountains and countryside. The pilot was happy to answer questions and had been flying for over 10 years. The landing was smooth, and they brought us back to the flight office for champagne and snacks. They were even accommodating enough to drive us straight to the airport afterwards so we could catch our plane.

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Definitely a great trip !!

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Wonderful Sunrise Trip!

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A magical start to the day

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Wonderful hot hair balloon ride and service

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Amazing experience

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Amazing experience!

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An amazing experience and a must do for anyone travelling to Chiang Mai

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Once in a lifetime flying experience over Chiang Mai.

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空中ご安遊、日の出に祈り。

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