Hot Air Balloon Flight Geelong: Views of Port Phillip Bay
Float above rolling hills and the Barwon River, then eat breakfast at ground level.
A hot air balloon flight near Geelong takes you up for roughly an hour to see rolling green hills, farmland, the winding Barwon River, and Port Phillip Bay's coastline. On clear mornings the view extends toward the You Yangs and the ocean. The flight launches from one of several sites (Geelong, Murgheboluc, Bannockburn, or across the Bellarine Peninsula) chosen by the operator based on wind conditions that morning. After landing, you eat a buffet breakfast at the Holiday Inn, with transport to and from the launch field and insurance all included.
Step-by-step itinerary
Hot air balloon flight and sightseeing
- Launch from selected location
- Enjoy aerial views of Geelong
- See rolling hills and farmland
- View Barwon River and coastline
- Experience unique perspectives of region
- Conclude flight and have breakfast
What’s included
- Approximately one hour in the air.
- buffet breakfast at the Holiday Inn after landing.
- transport to the launch field and back.
- insurance.
Times
- Every day 05:00
Before you book
Operated by Liberty Balloon Flights - Melbourne, Yarra Valley, Geelong and the Avon Valley (Perth)
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The experience
The balloon launches early, when the air is calmest. You'll spend roughly an hour aloft watching the landscape unfold below: the patchwork of farmland, the river's curves, the sweep of the bay. The exact launch site shifts with the weather. The operator picks from Geelong itself, Murgheboluc, Bannockburn, or the Bellarine Peninsula to find the best wind conditions on the day you fly. Each location offers a different angle on the same diverse landscape.
Once you're back on the ground, the crew drives you to the Holiday Inn in Geelong for a buffet breakfast. Transport to and from the launch field is part of the package, as is the insurance. The whole outing runs about three and a half hours from start to finish.
Flights run year-round, though November through March sees the most availability. Geelong sits just over an hour's drive from Melbourne, so this works as a day trip or as part of a longer stay in the region. Children from age six are welcome. The guide speaks English and Spanish.
Is this one for you?The guide speaks English and Spanish, so you can follow the commentary in whichever language is comfortable: families with children from age six and mixed-language groups can all fly together without a language barrier.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and Spanish.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 12 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What will I see from the balloon over Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula?
From the air you'll see rolling green hills, farmland, the winding Barwon River, and the coastline of Port Phillip Bay. On clear mornings the view can reach toward the You Yangs and out toward the ocean.
How long do I actually spend in the air?
The balloon flight lasts approximately one hour, with the full experience (including transport and breakfast) taking about three and a half hours total.
Where does the balloon launch from?
The launch site depends on wind conditions that morning and may be Geelong, Murgheboluc, Bannockburn, or across the Bellarine Peninsula. The operator chooses the best location for safe flying.
Is breakfast included, and where do we eat?
Yes, a buffet breakfast is held at the Holiday Inn in Geelong after the flight. Transport to the launch field and back is also included.
Hot Air Balloon Flight Geelong: Views of Port Phillip Bay
3h 30m · EN · ES
from AU$ 388.24 per person
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