Perth Avon Valley: Hot Air Balloon Flight & Breakfast

Summary

Float above perth’s avon valley at dawn with breakfast included

You’ll wake before dawn for a hands-on hot air balloon flight over Perth’s Avon Valley—maybe even help set up with your local guide—before floating above golden fields as the sun rises. After landing softly back on earth, share a relaxed breakfast with your small group. It’s peaceful, surprising, and oddly grounding.

What’s the experience like?

The morning didn’t exactly start smooth — I fumbled my alarm and nearly missed the pickup. My partner was already outside in the chilly dark, laughing at me while I tried to zip my jacket with one hand and hold coffee in the other. When we reached Avon Valley, the sky was that deep blue just before sunrise, and our guide (Dave? Or maybe Dan — I was still waking up) handed us these thick gloves if we wanted to help get the balloon ready. The burners whooshed so loud it startled me, but honestly, it made everything feel more real. The grass was damp underfoot and there was this faint smell of eucalyptus drifting from somewhere nearby.

I’d always pictured hot air balloon flights as kind of silent and floaty, but there’s this weird mix of excitement and calm once you’re actually up there. We drifted over the Avon River — it snaked through fields that looked almost gold in that early light. Someone pointed out kangaroos below (I barely spotted them), and Dave told us a bit about how ballooning started here — apparently people have been doing this for ages, which made me feel less nervous somehow. The wind decides where you go, so each flight’s different; today we glided east longer than they expected, which meant extra time in the air. Not complaining.

Landing felt softer than I thought it would — just a few bumps and then we were back on solid ground. There was laughter when someone’s hat blew off (not mine for once). Afterward, we all sat together for breakfast — eggs, toast, strong coffee — nothing fancy but it tasted better than usual after being up there. I kept thinking about how quiet everything had been above the valley, except for the occasional burst from the burner or someone whispering wow without meaning to. Still can’t quite shake that feeling of floating; it sticks with you longer than you’d think.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Hot air balloon flight at dawn

• Arrive at Avon Valley launch site
• Participate in balloon setup if desired
• Fly across Avon Valley at dawn
• Enjoy views of Avon River and farmland
• Experience peaceful, tranquil balloon flight

Top questions

What time does the Perth hot air balloon flight start?

The flight takes place at dawn to catch sunrise over Avon Valley.

Is breakfast included after the balloon ride?

Yes, breakfast is included after landing.

Can children join the hot air balloon tour?

Children aged 6 and above can join the flight.

Where do flights take place in Perth?

The flights are held across Avon Valley near the Avon River and surrounding farmland.

Do I need any experience to join?

No experience is needed; guides handle everything but you can help set up if you want.

Is this suitable for pregnant travelers?

No, pregnant women over 20 weeks gestation cannot fly.

How long does a typical flight last?

The exact duration depends on wind direction but usually covers sunrise hours.

What’s included

Your day includes an early morning pickup at Avon Valley, optional participation in setting up the hot air balloon with guidance from your pilot, a scenic sunrise flight drifting over farmland and river landscapes depending on wind direction that day, plus a relaxed group breakfast after landing before heading home again.