Global Ballooning Australia

Global Ballooning Australia Creating breathtaking experiences for 33+ years! Flying in Melbourne, Yarra Valley and Mansfield. Ready to experience the wonder? FLIGHTS SCHEDULED 7 DAYS A WEEK
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Operated by a 4th generation aviation family.
120k+ happy passengers flown. For over 33 years, Global Ballooning has been delivering awe-inspiring hot air balloon adventures. As Australia’s #1 hot air balloon company, they are renowned for an impeccable safety record and unforgettable experiences. Owned and operated by a fourth-generation aviation family, Global Ballooning combines unparalleled ex

pertise with a passion for creating lifelong memories. With 120,000+ happy passengers and countless glowing 5-star reviews, they invite you to discover the world-famous Yarra Valley from a whole new perspective. Just a 50-minute drive from Melbourne’s CBD, the Yarra Valley is a premier wine region featuring over 80 sprawling vineyards. From the unique vantage point of a hot air balloon, take in panoramic views of lush grapevines, the winding Yarra River, and majestic mountain ranges. Drifting gently with the breeze, you’ll soak in the serene beauty of the landscape - perhaps even catching a glimpse of kangaroos in their natural habitat. Features:

Approx. 1 hour sunrise balloon flight over the Yarra Valley

In-flight photos

Digital flight certificate

In-flight commentary from expert pilots sharing insights on ballooning and navigation

Interactive experience in the inflation/ deflation processes

Complete flight and ground insurance

Flight souvenir

(Optional) Buffet breakfast

(Optional) CBD return transfers for Yarra Valley flight with breakfast packages

Morning views don't get more perfect than this! ⛵🎈Boats on the water, balloons in the sky, golden hues... with scenes li...
10/02/2025

Morning views don't get more perfect than this! ⛵🎈

Boats on the water, balloons in the sky, golden hues... with scenes like this, you just know it’s going to be a good day!  ☀️

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Morning views don't get more perfect than this! ⛵🎈Boats on the water, balloons in the sky, golden hues... with scenes li...
10/02/2025

Morning views don't get more perfect than this! ⛵🎈

Boats on the water, balloons in the sky, golden hues... with scenes like this, you just know it’s going to be a good day! ☀️

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POV: Your summer moodboard 🍋✨ ✅ Floating above Melbourne at sunrise✅ Sipping Limoncello like it’s your full-time job✅ Li...
31/01/2025

POV: Your summer moodboard 🍋✨

✅ Floating above Melbourne at sunrise
✅ Sipping Limoncello like it’s your full-time job
✅ Living your best ‘main character’ moment

Book your sky-high escape, sip in style, and let’s make this summer iconic 🥂

Global Ballooning started with a dream: one man, one dog, and one balloon - and wow, what a ride it’s been so far! ✨Glob...
16/01/2025

Global Ballooning started with a dream: one man, one dog, and one balloon - and wow, what a ride it’s been so far! ✨

Global Ballooning’s founder, Kiff Saunders started sharing his joy of ballooning to others in 1992, driven by making our breathtaking flights accessible to as many people as possible. Oh boy, did he succeed!

We’ve flown with 120,000+ passengers, sharing jaw-dropping views, magical sunrises, and stories that stick with you.

From humble beginnings to Hall of Fame honours, our passion for ballooning never gets old, because every flight is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

Ready to see the world from our office in the sky? 🎈



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What a perfect full-circle moment! 💕 20 years ago, Simon proposed to Kerrie on a magical Global Ballooning flight 💍 Fast...
09/01/2025

What a perfect full-circle moment! 💕

20 years ago, Simon proposed to Kerrie on a magical Global Ballooning flight 💍

Fast forward to December 2024, and they chose to return to the skies where it all began, celebrating two decades of marriage and two incredible daughters!

We absolutely love being a part of these special moments with our passengers and are so grateful to have shared this milestone with them - twice!

Thank you, and , for sharing this special milestone with us!



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Talk about a sight for sore eyes... 😍 Just another day in the life of our pilots, and , who don’t just navigate the ski...
06/01/2025

Talk about a sight for sore eyes... 😍

Just another day in the life of our pilots, and , who don’t just navigate the skies but also have an eye for breathtaking views.

When the sky’s your office, every view is a masterpiece!

Hello 2025 💕Kickstart the new year with something unforgettable - see the first sunrise of 2025 from the skies! 🌅With th...
30/12/2024

Hello 2025 💕

Kickstart the new year with something unforgettable - see the first sunrise of 2025 from the skies! 🌅

With the weather looking AMAZING, there are limited spots left for our flights on 1st of January, so don’t miss out on this unforgettable way to kick off the year!

A huge thanks to for these stunning sunrise shots from the weekend 📸



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Let’s press play on the highlights of 2024! ▶️We soared to new heights this year! From festivals to VIPs (and even a cen...
12/12/2024

Let’s press play on the highlights of 2024! ▶️

We soared to new heights this year! From festivals to VIPs (and even a centenarian!), here’s a rewind of our biggest 2024 moments ✨

🎈 Mildura Big Balloon Bash
Eight days of vibrant skies, morning and afternoon flights, and balloon festival magic

🏆 Success at the World Balloon Champs
Eddie soared to greatness! Ranking 6th out of 120 pilots at the World Ballooning Championships in Hungary, he claimed the top spot among the 8 Australian pilots in the comp!

🎂 Flying 103-year-old Trudy
Meet Trudy, the 103-year-old legend from Lilydale Aged Care, who took to the skies with us. Age is just a number when adventure calls!

🌤️ Time Out Recommends Us
We’re on Time Out’s 2024 list! They called it; we deliver unforgettable flights

🎾 Carota Boys at the Australian Open
Tennis + balloons = the perfect match! The Carota Boys brought big laughs to the skies during the AO

✈️ Flying the Turkish Airlines CEO
VIPs only! We hosted the Turkish Airlines CEO to celebrate new direct flights from Turkey to Melbourne

To all our passengers: THANK YOU for making 2024 magical. Let’s do it again in 2025! ❤️🎈

This one’s for the cricket fans! Only two weeks to go - are you ready for the Boxing Day Test at the iconic ? 🏏✨Imagine ...
11/12/2024

This one’s for the cricket fans! Only two weeks to go - are you ready for the Boxing Day Test at the iconic ? 🏏✨

Imagine floating in a hot air balloon at sunrise, with breathtaking views of the MCG, the Yarra River, and Melbourne city waking up below. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime perspective of this world-class cricketing hub - and yes, we’ve even flown a balloon with an Indian flag over the stadium! 

Drop a 🇮🇳 or 🇦🇺 in the comments to let us know who’s taking home the victory this year?

Cricket’s great, but the view from up here? Unbeatable. Let’s fly! 🎈✨

05/12/2024

A few ‘moving postcard’ moments from the beautiful Yarra Valley... ✨

There’s nothing quite like taking in the breathtaking vineyards, rolling hills, and morning mist. 

Ready to soar? Let’s make your dream flight a reality 💫

Kickstart your day with a view that’s brewtiful! ☕️Get ready to float over Melbourne with our 7-Eleven balloon – the bes...
28/11/2024

Kickstart your day with a view that’s brewtiful! ☕️

Get ready to float over Melbourne with our 7-Eleven balloon – the best seat in the sky! 🙌 Want to see the city from 4,500ft up and enjoy $99 OFF Melbourne hot air balloon flights with Global Ballooning? Now’s your chance!

❗️Fun fact: Melbourne’s the coffee capital of Australia – and honestly, nothing says “local” like grabbing your 7-Eleven coffee before the balloon flight and then floating above the city, soaking in the breathtaking views. (Heads up: You might feel 10x cooler than usual!)

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Trading traffic jams for cloud-nine views 🚦➡️ ☁️Why settle for a regular morning commute when you could be soaring over ...
13/11/2024

Trading traffic jams for cloud-nine views 🚦➡️ ☁️

Why settle for a regular morning commute when you could be soaring over Melbourne with the best seat in the house? 🌅✨

Skip the hustle and embrace pure morning bliss - this is your sign to take your average morning to new heights!

Tag a friend who needs this kind of adventure in their life! 🙌

📸 .j.wilko 

Trading traffic jams for cloud-nine views 🚦➡️ ☁️Why settle for a regular morning commute when you could be soaring over ...
13/11/2024

Trading traffic jams for cloud-nine views 🚦➡️ ☁️

Why settle for a regular morning commute when you could be soaring over Melbourne with the best seat in the house? 🌅✨

Skip the hustle and embrace pure morning bliss - this is your sign to take your average morning to new heights!

Tag a friend who needs this kind of adventure in their life! 🙌

📸 .j.wilko



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Flying high with a golden touch! ✨ Did you know Eureka Tower’s crown is plated with 24-carat gold? Just a little sparkle...
06/11/2024

Flying high with a golden touch! ✨

Did you know Eureka Tower’s crown is plated with 24-carat gold? Just a little sparkle to match our sunrise flights over Melbourne!



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- How do we capture those amazing in-flight photos? 📸We hang a GoPro camera off the envelope of the balloon, and our p...
04/11/2024

- How do we capture those amazing in-flight photos? 📸

We hang a GoPro camera off the envelope of the balloon, and our pilot will snap the selfie - so get ready to say “CHEESE!” 😄

The best part? The in-flight photos are on the house! You can easily download any digital photos and videos from the Global Ballooning App after your flight.

Trading the stage for the sky... 🎈😍 Saturday morning saw Taiwanese music legends , , , , and float over the Yarra Vall...
28/10/2024

Trading the stage for the sky... 🎈😍

Saturday morning saw Taiwanese music legends , , , , and float over the Yarra Valley skies, bringing serious vibes to the Yarra Valley sunrise! ✨

Did you know that Melbourne is the ONLY major city in the world where you can soar above the CBD in a hot air balloon? 🎈...
17/10/2024

Did you know that Melbourne is the ONLY major city in the world where you can soar above the CBD in a hot air balloon? 🎈 How cool is that?

Imagine drifting above iconic landmarks as the city comes to life below - it truly is a one-of-a-kind view.

When you spot our balloons soaring over the skyline, don’t forget to tag us! We love seeing the magic through your eyes 🌅

📸 .j.wilko

Did you know that Melbourne is the ONLY major city in the world where you can soar above the CBD in a hot air balloon? 🎈...
17/10/2024

Did you know that Melbourne is the ONLY major city in the world where you can soar above the CBD in a hot air balloon? 🎈 How cool is that?

Imagine drifting above iconic landmarks as the city comes to life below - it truly is a one-of-a-kind view.

When you spot our balloons soaring over the skyline, don’t forget to tag us! We love seeing the magic through your eyes 🌅

📸 .j.wilko

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30 Dickmann Street, Richmond
Melbourne, VIC
3121

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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Valentine’s Day plans? 🎈💕 We still have spaces available on 14th February for a romantic hot air balloon flight over the Yarra Valley! 🌄✨ Prefer to surprise them later? Grab a Let Love Fly Experience voucher for 2 before the offer ends on 15th February! 🎁 #globalballooning

Vibes are high for the Year of the Snake! 🐍 Who knows, your next balloon adventure might come with a bonus Mandarin lesson! Our talented pilots are masters at navigating the skies - and speaking Chinese like absolute pros 🎈🏮 Let’s celebrate good luck, love, and sky-high fun this Lunar New Year! 🎉 #globalballooning

The @australianopen final is heating up... and so are the skies above Melbourne! 🎾🔥 While the players are serving up the action, we’ll be soaring high above it all in a hot air balloon! 🎈 With AMAZING weather on the way, it’s the perfect opportunity to take your weekend plans to the next level. Last-minute spots are available - book now and join us for an unforgettable flight! ✨ 🎥 @visitmelbourne #AO2025 #globalballooning

This is a story about hope, resilience, and the power of dreams ❤️ Last month, we welcomed a group of 20 visitors from Hong Kong, including 8 courageous individuals in wheelchairs, to experience something they never thought possible - a hot air balloon flight over the breathtaking Yarra Valley 🌅 After 8 months of planning, countless emails, and overcoming so many obstacles, we finally made it happen with two Easy Access Baskets. As they floated gently above the world, some laughed, some cried, and all of them were filled with a joy that words can’t describe. For many of them, this was more than a flight - it was a lifelong dream coming true, a moment of freedom they never imagined. Seeing their gratitude and pure happiness left our team humbled and overwhelmed with pride. This is why we do what we do. To create moments that truly touch the soul. #globalballooning

A new year brings a breathtaking beginning! ✨ This morning’s flight was the perfect start to 2025. There’s nothing quite like drifting above it all, witnessing the very first rays of the year lighting up the horizon 🌅🎈 Here’s to a year of endless sunrises, unforgettable adventures, and finding beauty in every moment ✨ #globalballooning

Moments like these are what it’s all about 💭🎈 This sunrise was pure magic, like stepping into a dream. Experience your own dream-like sunrise with a hot air balloon flight. It’s an adventure you’ll never forget! ✨ 🎥 @nathsway #globalballooning

Calling all cricket fans 🏏 whether you’re cheering for India or Australia, it’s time to take your passion to the skies! Score $99 OFF in our Boxing Day Sale and feel the thrill of soaring over the iconic MCG as the match unfolds below! It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience for every cricket lover. Don’t miss out on this unbeatable deal! 🔥 #BoxingDayTest #MCG #GlobalBallooning

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at Global Ballooning! Thank you for being part of our 2024 adventure. Whether you flew with us, cheered us on from afar, or dreamt of taking to the skies, we’re so grateful for each and every one of you. Here’s to a festive season full of joy, love, and dreams that take flight. Let’s keep soaring higher together in 2025! ❤️ #globalballooning

A morning too magical for words 😍 Our camera roll from this morning’s Melbourne flight is bursting with pink skies and dreamy views - floating through this cotton candy wonderland has us totally tickled pink! 💖☁️ On mornings like these, you know where to find us: soaring high with endless views and even bigger vibes 🎈✨ What are you waiting for? The skies are calling, this could be you!  #globalballooning

Celebrating 25 years of love… from way above! ✨ ❤️🎈 We had the absolute joy of hosting TWO amazing couples all the way from India, celebrating their silver anniversaries with a dreamy city balloon flight over Melbourne. Floating high above Melbourne’s skyline, they marked this milestone with unforgettable views and magical memories. Here’s to 25 years of love that’s truly gone the distance - and many more adventures to come! ✨ #globalballooning

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Our Global Ballooning Australia Story

Celebrating 26 years in 2018!

Proud award-winning company three years in a row and inducted into the Victorian Tourism Industry Hall of Fame for Best Tour Operator in Victoria at the RACV Tourism Awards 2014, 2015 & 2016.

Global Ballooning Australia have shared a sunrise with over 100,000 people over 26 years. Operating 364 days a year (weather permitting), gently float over the world’s most liveable city or the countryside.

When you choose Global Ballooning Australia you know you are flying with Victoria's most celebrated hot air ballooning business. You will enjoy award winning daily sunrise hot air balloon flights over Melbourne City and Yarra Valley, experiences recognised multiple times by the Victorian tourism industry that resulted in Global Ballooning Australia being inducted into the Hall of Fame as the best Tourism Operator in the state in 2016.