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Experience the gentle sport of floating in the wind with our pilots, who have been flying balloons since 1993. A sunrise and an adventure to share with family, friends and loved ones.
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Enjoy the spectacular views from a balloon basket and experience this ancient sport in Northam, the centre of the picturesque Avon Valley. We meet inside the Farmers Home Hotel, in Northam, approximately 1.5 hours before sunrise.
At Liberty Balloon Flights, we give you the finest experience of free flight in a balloon in the whole of Australia, hands down. View the sun rise over the horizon with pilots who have been flying for decades. We fly higher than any other operator in the country to give you the best views and no, you WILL NOT feel height sick. This is the full experience of a balloon flight with the personalised service only small groups can receive. Breathtaking views and safety assured with pilots who have been flying for over 30 years, not only in WA but also, for close to 20 years, Melbourne, in Victoria. With the added experience of flying up and down the Andes, Patagonia, Mexico, the UK, Myanmar and many countries and cities around the world, your pilots will make your flight as varied as the winds allow on your chosen day. We like adventure and we make it SAFE.
We call this "The Peaceful Adventure". Views across the Avon Valley in a morning you will never forget. Participate in the oldest form of aviation, a hot air balloon flight. The experience starts early, at around 05:00 am but we will contact you in the evening before your flight to confirm the exact time. We follow the Sun, and we try to be airborne just before dawn, hence the early start. Of course, dawn is at different times as the months' progress so we will meet a little later in the middle of Winter. Once we meet and after a quick check-in, you will jump into our vehicles, and we will drive you to the launch site we will use that day. We have many locations we use to take-off, always depending on the wind direction on the day. In case you don't know, hot air balloons just float, so we simply drift in the breeze. We tend to "fly-in" to the valley so we will drive upwind to take off. Ballooning is a hands-on experience and there are simple tasks for those who'd like to participate in setting the balloon up for the flight and there is certainly a job for everyone when we need to pack the balloon away after we have landed!.
The flight itself will last about one hour and your pilot will use the winds at different heights to navigate to the most appropriate landing site. At the end of it all, we will drive back to Northam for a well-deserved breakfast at Dome Café, which is inside the Farmers Home Hotel, our original meeting place.
We depart from three locations around Australia: In Victoria, we fly over Melbourne, Yarra Valley and Geelong/Bellarine. In Western Australia, we fly in Avon Valley, just over one hour away from Perth. City transfer is available as an option.
Liberty Balloon Flights - Terms and Conditions Passengers contracting the services of Liberty Balloon Flights (LBF) do so under the following terms and conditions: 1. Operator: Liberty Balloon Flights Pty Ltd (LBF), ACN 624461623, operates under Air Operators Certificate number CASA.TAAOC.0967 and is bound by legislation under the Civil Aviation Safety Authority of Australia (CASA). 2. Fares: Prices are in Australian Dollars and reflect the cost of the flight up to and including 31st March of the year of purchase. Prices may vary at any time, and the final price is confirmed at checkout. o 2.1 Currency: Prices are in Australian Dollars, and any refunds will be in Australian Dollars. LBF accepts no responsibility for currency fluctuations. 3. Alterations, Rescheduling, and Cancellations: o LBF must be notified by telephone or email of any cancellation or rescheduling requests. o 3.1: More than 72 hours before flight departure, a flight may be rescheduled. No cancellations or changes are permitted within 72 hours. A cancellation fee of $25 per person applies for cancellations outside of 72 hours. o 3.2: Passengers are recommended to arrange their own insurance for unforeseen circumstances, including inability to fly due to illness. o 3.3 No Show: If passengers cancel or fail to appear on the morning of the scheduled flight, no refunds or rescheduling will be permitted. Passengers may send a replacement, provided LBF is notified before the flight date. o 3.4: No refunds are available for trips booked with a gift certificate (see Section 4). o 3.5: Separate cancellation and alteration provisions apply to large groups and customized events. LBF reserves the right to amend fees and notice periods. Special circumstances may be superseded by terms in the booking confirmation documentation. o 3.6: Passengers who have lost their flights may reactivate their tickets for $150 per ticket, subject to availability, passenger numbers, and LBF’s sole discretion. 4. Gift Certificates: Gift certificates are valid for 36 months from the date of purchase and must be fully paid to be valid. They are non-redeemable for cash and non-refundable in part or in full. Certificates are transferable to other individuals and valid only for the period indicated. Once redeemed (i.e., a trip date is booked), Section 3 terms apply, and the value remains non-refundable. Extension fees: 6-month extension - $75 per person; 12-month extension - $100 per person. 5. Cancellations Due to Weather: If LBF cancels a flight due to weather, passengers may rebook at no extra charge within 12 months. If passengers attempt to fly three or more times within this period, LBF will endeavour to honour the booking for an additional 6 to 12 months, depending on location. 6. Refunds for Direct Bookings: Refunds for flights booked directly through LBF incur a $25 per person administration fee, up to a maximum of $200 per booking. Vouchers, gift cards, and discounted tickets are non-refundable. 7. Refunds for Agent Bookings: Refunds for tickets purchased through an agent must be obtained directly from the agent, who may retain booking fees up to 100% of the price at their discretion. 8. Booking Processing and Payment: Bookings can be made by telephone, email, or on the LBF website. A booking is confirmed only upon issuance of a confirmation reference number. Unpaid bookings will be cancelled 72 hours before travel. 9. Preparing for Your Flight: Hot air ballooning involves outdoor activities, including take- oe and landing in potentially uneven fields. Passengers must dress in practical clothing and sturdy footwear, as fields may be wet or muddy. Participation in balloon setup and packing is encouraged but not mandatory. Landings may be bumpy, and the basket may tip, leaving passengers horizontal briefly. Contact LBF with any concerns. 10. General Mobility: Passengers must be able to climb in and out of the basket (approximately 1.2 meters high) unaided, using footholds and steps provided. LBF stae will supervise, but the pilot’s decision on passenger fitness is final. o 10.1 Less Abled Passengers: Less-abled persons should seek medical advice before booking. CASA rules may prohibit certain disabled persons from flying for safety reasons. Passengers participate at their own risk, and LBF accepts no liability for damage or injury. o 10.2 Pregnant Persons: Pregnant persons are recommended not to fly and should consult a doctor before travel. 11. Medical Conditions: Passengers with medical conditions must confirm suitability to fly before booking and notify LBF stae. As tours may last over 4 hours, passengers should carry necessary medication. Participation is at the passenger’s own risk, and LBF accepts no liability for damage or injury. 12. Alcohol and Drugs: Passengers impaired by alcohol, drugs, or prescription medication, or whose behaviour disrupts others, will not be permitted to fly. 13. Carriage at Pilot’s Discretion: The pilot has absolute discretion to decide whether a passenger may fly, prioritizing safety. LBF accepts no liability for inconvenience or damage caused by such decisions. 14. Minimum Age Requirement: Children must be at least six years old to fly. Children up to twelve years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult. 15. Flight Times: Flights operate early in the morning, close to sunrise, and rarely near sunset. LBF cannot guarantee being airborne at sunrise or that weather conditions will ensure favourable views. 16. Flight Duration: Flights last approximately one hour, though duration may vary due to weather or landing availability, at the pilot’s discretion. 17. Disclaimer: Passengers participate at their own risk. LBF accepts no liability for any loss, claim, injury, or damages arising from participation. 18. Photographs, Filming, and Media: LBF provides photography and filming services. Passengers assign all copyright to LBF and grant the right to use images in any medium for any reasonable purpose without compensation or notification. 19. Personal Items: Personal items are carried at the passenger’s risk. Bags and backpacks are not permitted on the balloon due to weight and safety restrictions. o 19.1: Passengers are advised not to bring valuables. 20. Payment Methods: Payments can be made by cash, direct deposit, Visa, Mastercard, or other methods available on the LBF website. 21. Credit Card Declined: If a payment cannot be authorized three days before travel, the booking will be cancelled. LBF will attempt to contact the customer for alternative payment, but bookings will not be held without a confirmed payment and reference number. 22. Travel Agent Vouchers: Acceptance of travel agent vouchers depends on the agent’s good credit status with LBF. 23. Industry Partners: Due to operational needs, passengers may fly with an industry partner, or partner passengers may fly with LBF. All partners hold appropriate permits and insurance.