Hot Air Balloon / Stellenbosch Prices & Tickets 2023

Nothing stirs the inner romantic or nostalgic sentiment quite like hot air ballooning. It also happens to be the world’s first successful passenger-carrying mode of flight!

On one of these breathtaking hot air balloon rides, South Africa opens up to you. You’ll enjoy spectacular views as you glide over the unparalleled surrounding beauty of the Cape Winelands. Suspended in a little wicker basket and skimming the treetops hundreds of meters above terra firma – you’re in for the adventure of a lifetime!

One of the most spectacular and visually distinctive activities, hot air ballooning is truly a once in a lifetime pursuit. Furthermore, drifting across the Cape Winelands just serves to enhance what is an already remarkable experience.

One of the tours available begins at picturesque sunrise on a farm in Stellenbosch. From a hot air balloon, Stellenbosch is even more memorable. Sail over the acres of Wineland and take in views that belong in an oil painting. For the perfect trip for two, enjoy an early-morning hot air balloon ride over Cape Town as it’s draped with dew.

Perfect photo opportunities await, but remember to put the camera down every now and then and just soak up the experience too!

Hot Air Balloon, Stellenbosch Prices 2021

Prices for the Stellenbosch hot air balloon begin at USD $264 to USD $ 1125. When booking one of the tours in a hot air balloon, Cape Town, prices depend on the features of your chosen tour. While both tours offer similar highlights, the major difference comes with choosing between a private or group tour.

Compare prices across the ticket providers below:

Classic Flight

Soar over the Cradle of Humankind or the Magaliesberg mountain range on a sunrise hot air balloon flight. Have some refreshments as you watch the balloon being inflated, then set off on a scenic adventure in the sky. Fly over one of the two sites with your experienced pilot, taking in the...

$163.42

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Safari Flight

Get more out of your time in South Africa by combining a hot air balloon ride with a game viewing experience. Traveling by hot air balloon instead of car allows you to fly over several game reserves in a short space of time in the scenic Cradle of Humankind area. Along the way, look out for local...

$179.85

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Early Morning Balloon Safari with Breakfast from Magaliesburg

Take in aerial views of the Magaliesbergs and the Cradle of Humankind on this hot air balloon safari. Get the best possible perspective on this striking landscape without paying for the high price of an airplane or helicopter tour. Spend the hour-long flight sipping champagne and enjoying the...

$229.90

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Exclusive Classic Flight for Two

Enjoy an intimate balloon ride on a smaller ballon built for two passengers. Float above the Magaliesberg Mountains for epic views at sunrise, sipping sparkling wine and enjoying commentary from your dedicated guide/pilot. Once you land, enjoy a full English breakfast to round out your experience.

$259.88

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Times of Hot Air Balloon Rides Cape Town

Departure for hot air balloon rides, Cape Town, begins at sunrise from Stellenbosch. The actual time of this will vary according to the season but it is important to factor in travel time from your accommodation to the Klein Joostenberg Farm.

Best Time to go for Hot Air Balloon Cape Town Specials

Your early morning take-off is a good start as the first hour of sunrise provides the calmest and most ideal conditions for a flight. However, the best time to enjoy a trip in a hot air balloon, Stellenbosch, is in the spring or summer months between September and March. Cape Town’s rainy season begins in May so it’s best to enjoy a hot air ballooning tour outside of this period.

Hot Air Balloon Rides, Cape Town

Enjoy a breathtaking hot air balloon ride over the gorgeous Cape Town landscape. You can choose from a memorable shared aerial experience accompanied by a fun group and numerous photo opportunities or a more intimate experience where you take to the sky for an incredible tour.

Take a look at these fantastic tours in more detail!

Shared Stellenbosch Winelands Ballooning

This unmatched adventure begins by meeting before sunrise at the launch site in Klein Joostenberg Farm, Stellenbosch.

Sip on something hot as you watch the experienced crew setting up your beautiful balloon, a sight to behold in itself.

After a brief 20 minutes during which you can catch your breath (only to lose it again taking in the spectacular views) you’ll ascend into the golden sunrise that’s starting to streak across the early morning sky.

Lifting upward hundreds of meters into the sky, the opportunity presents an endless array of photo-worthy sights. Enjoy Table Mountain views, Cape Town snippets and the carpets of vines across the Stellenbosch vineyards below.

After roughly 1 hour, your balloon will begin its descent to the landing site, where an effervescent glass of sparkling wine beckons, giving the crew a chance to pack up your balloon.

Breakfast awaits at the Klein Joostenberg Bistro, a restaurant where inspiration is drawn from traditional French cuisine and utilizing fresh, regional farm produce. But as all good things must come to an end, the day draws to a close on your hot air balloon affair.

This unforgettable tour through the Cape Town sky is truly amazing with everything from gorgeous aerial views to a tasty breakfast. This tour is perfect for anyone, from families to friends looking to enjoy a fun Cape Town activity.

Private Hot Air Balloon Stellenbosch Flight

Suspended between a wicker basket and beautiful balloon, start ascending upwards towards the sunrise-streaked African sky for around 60 minutes of pure joy. Soak up views of the Stellenbosch vineyards as they lie across the landscape below, hanging heavy with vines.

Capture the moment by camera as you peer over to Table Mountain and the surrounding Cape Town cityscapes before descending. Perfect for couples looking for a romantic and totally unique activity, this hot air balloon tour is unmissable.