Hot-Air Balloon Ride, Barcelona

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Enjoy a unique experience soaring over the Catalan countryside in a hot-air balloon with views of the mountains, coast, and more.

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Sejal S.

Jul 15, 2023
This excursion was coordinated SO SEAMLESSLY and was absolutely excellent! The driver was timely and terrific and our Pilot Nico was engaging and wonderful. We were... Read more

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Overview

Enjoy a unique experience and a lifelong memory: soaring over the Catalan countryside in a hot-air balloon. After arriving at the launch site, you'll meet your crew and learn about hot air ballooning, watching and helping to inflate the balloon if you'd like. Then relish the quiet as you fly through the air, enjoying the scenery outside Barcelona from a unique perspective. Upon landing, you'll receive a flight certificate and enjoy breakfast before returning to the city.

Enjoy a unique experience soaring over the Catalan countryside in a hot-air balloon with views of the Montserrat Mountains, Barcelona, Costa Brava, and more.

Highlights

Watch the sunrise over the Catalan countryside from the air
Learn about hot-air ballooning and how to inflate the balloons
Enjoy a unique activity and create a lifelong memory
Toast to the experience and eat breakfast at the landing spot
Receive a first flight certificate

Know before you go

Duration
3 hours

Recommended for
6 years old & up

Group
Small group

Food & Drink
Breakfast Included

What you'll do

Hot air ballooning is an exhilarating activity that requires an early start. You can either drive yourself to the launch site or add a transfer from your guide. The launch field is about 30 to 45 minutes outside Barcelona, and don't worry, if you opt for a transfer, your driver is happy to make a coffee stop on the way!

Why so early? Hot air ballooning will last up to 1.25 hours, so to ensure the longest possible flight, it's best to start early in the morning when the air is more stable. Plus, nothing beats sunrise in a hot-air balloon!

Upon arrival, get to know your crew, learn more about hot air ballooning and safety measures, and watch or help with the preparation process, setting and inflating the balloon. When ready, you'll climb in and take off into the sky, watching the sun rise above the mountains and illuminate the Catalan countryside. Once you reach the point of absolute quiet, your crew will explain how the wind, heat, and air all play a role in hot air ballooning, plus point out some memorable scenes in the distance. On a clear day, viewing the Montserrat Mountains, Barcelona, the Costa Brava, and the Pyrenees Mountains is possible.

After a smooth landing, the "chase crew" will meet you to collect the balloon and take you back to the launch field, where breakfast awaits. Enjoy a glass of Cava, toasting this fantastic experience before feasting on breakfast. As you prepare to return to Barcelona, your pilot will give you a signed first flight certificate as a keepsake.

What's included

Transfer from a central meeting point in Barcelona
Flight organization and ballooning team (pilot and crew member)
Third-party insurance
Safety briefing
Hot-air balloon flight up to 1.25 hours
Transfer back to the launch field
Cava, drinks, and breakfast
Signed first flight certificates

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Traveler reviews

Sejal S.

Fort Lauderdale, FL | Reviewed on Jul 15, 2023

This excursion was coordinated SO SEAMLESSLY and was absolutely excellent!
The driver was timely and terrific and our Pilot Nico was engaging and wonderful. We were able to have a light breakfast pre-flight and then had snacks post flight which was nice. The hot air balloon experience was exhilarating and the views were beautiful! Read more

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