Drakensberg Hot air Ballooning

Hot air ballooning over the Natal Midlands and Drakensberg foothills

Hot air ballooning SA offer Hot Air Balloon flights for up to 12 people. Guests are invited to glide softly over the beautiful countryside of the KZN Midlands, with the stunning backdrop of the magnificent Drakensberg Mountains. The hot air balloon launch site is right in front of the Antbear so all you have to do is wakeup have a cup of coffee walk down to the launch site and join this once in a lifetime experience.

Hot air ballooning clothing:

Casual outdoor clothes as if you are going for a walk in the country. Flat shoes, or even better Wellington's or walking boots, especially in Summer and Autumn, when fields may be damp. Temperatures in the air are similar to those on the ground.

Hot air ballooning age limits

We have no upper age limit but ballooning is an outdoor sport requiring a degree of agility. We recommend that people should be fit enough to climb in and out of the basket and to stand for about an hour. We use partitioned baskets specially designed to ensure safety, comfort and a superb view. They are about 42 inches (1.1 metres) high, and have footholds to assist entry. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult on the flight and should be tall enough to see over the basket sides!

Hot air ballooning flight times

Balloon flights are made early morning. Expect to meet 30 minutes before sunrise itself. You will be informed of the meeting time when you make your booking.

Hot air ballooning weather conditions

For a successful flight we require light winds, no rain and good visibility. Should we have to cancel your flight at short notice for reasons such as bad weather, we reschedule your flight as soon as possible to suit your timetable.