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Float above the rainforest-covered hills of the Atherton Tablelands in a hot air balloon and watch the sunrise. From the peaceful sky, enjoy sweeping views of the Atherton Tablelands on one side and the coast toward the Great Barrier Reef on the other. Return hotel transfers from Cairns, in-flight commentary, a digital photo package, and a pilot-signed certificate are included. After landing, everyone helps pack up the balloon before celebrating the flight with a glass of sparkling wine or juice.

Head to the Atherton Tablelands at dawn
and watch the balloon inflate
Travel about 2 hours from your Cairns hotel to the launch site in the Atherton Tablelands on an air-conditioned coach. Arrive before sunrise to watch the impressive sight of the balloon being inflated. Fully inflated, the balloon rises higher than a 10-story building.
Fly into the sunrise with an experienced pilot

Once the balloon is ready, climb into the basket with your experienced pilot. Drift peacefully over rainforest-covered hills and mountains against the backdrop of the rising sun and breathe in the fresh air.
Admire open views of the Atherton Tablelands on one side and the coast toward the Great Barrier Reef on the other. Commentary is provided during the flight.
Pack up the balloon together after landing
and celebrate with sparkling wine

Your pilot gently guides the balloon to the landing site. After landing, join in the fun pack-up game as everyone folds the balloon together and takes more photos. Chat with the pilot and ground crew, celebrate the flight with a glass of sparkling wine or juice, and receive a certificate signed by the pilot.
After refreshments, ride the coach for about 1 hour back to your hotel in Cairns.
※ You must remain standing throughout the flight.
Meeting point :
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Meeting point information:
Pickup takes place at the hotel or designated pickup point selected at booking. Please check the voucher provided after booking confirmation for the exact pickup location and time. Pickup times are very early, so please be ready and waiting 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. If you provide your mobile number, you will receive an SMS with driver details and a live tracking map, so please keep your phone on.
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