Hot Air Ballooning in Sri Lanka

Hot Air Ballooning tours can be organized in combination with a round-trip.

Hot Air Ballooning in Sri Lanka

Hot Air Ballooning is unique from all other forms of flight as there is little sensation of motion or perception of height. Balloons travel with the wind & at the same speed, which makes for one of the magical sensations of the flight. “Sensational tranquillity” … is how many describe it whilst others as “surreal, peaceful and quiet”.
Floating at heights of 500 to 2000 feet on average, this feeling of peace and tranquillity is apparent from the extent of sighs & smiles as the earth seems to slowly descend & rotate below you whilst the views rapidly expand. After the excitement of the take-off (and its preparations with the inflation of the balloon), within moments you are at ease & in awe of the lofty spectacle while you effortlessly drift over the treetops, wildlife, lakes & rivers, cultural sites, local urban homesteads & landmarks like Sigiriya Rock. Ballooning adds an intimacy with the landscape & people that most guests volunteer as “an experience of a lifetime” whilst floating over the Sri Lankan countryside in gentle, panoramic harmony with nature. Apart from the occasional burst of the burners there is little to disturb the unusual noiseless environment.

Your Typical Hot Air Balloon Flight

A typical Hot Air Balloon flight is scheduled for take-off commencing soon after dawn to take advantage of the cool morning atmosphere and view the landscape also waking to a new day. The exact start time varies depending on the season and will be nominated when you make your reconfirmation call between 4 pm and 5 pm the day prior to your flight. Generally the arrival time at the launching point is 0630am.
Enjoy your one hour flight, floating serenely over stunning and breath-taking views of the countryside with only the occasional blasts of the burners to disturb the peace! Flying over the jungle you may see elephants roaming freely, water buffaloes standing in the paddy fields and monkeys swinging from the trees. View of Sigiriya standing majestically in the distance is very visible with the rising of the sun.
After an exhilarating flight over the jungle you will be welcomed on landing by friendly villagers who are happy to help pack away the balloon.

Things to make a note of:

• Dress casually and comfortably for the weather, it is a little warmer while the sun is out.
• We recommend closed toe shoes to opened toe or high heeled shoes as we want to protect your feet just as much as the rest of you.
• A hat or cap for protection.
• If you wish you may carry a pack of sweets to throw to kids when flying over their villages or hand over to them at the landing site when they come to welcome you as an adventurer to their homeland.
• Your vehicle can by all means follow you with the chase crew.
• You are advised to allocate a maximum of 3 1/2 hours for your balloon excursion.
• Kids below 7 years and pregnant women will not be allowed in the balloon. However, please talk to us about flying your kid.
• If a flight is cancelled due to bad weather we do not charge and payment is refunded in full case of advance payment.
• Your pick up locations will be from Habarana, Sigiriya, Dambulla and Kandalama and the times will depend on the pickup point. Times will be between 4.45 am to 5.30 am.
Ballooning is weather dependent and flies only between October and April every year. Under exceptional circumstances, weather permitting, this service could be extended for your enjoyment. Wishing you a wonderful holiday filled with ballooning delights with Happy Holidays.

This itinerary can be tailored to your specific requirements, budget and tastes.

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