Hot Air Balloon Ride in Mumbai

Hot air balloon is one of the most adventurous activities one should experience and be part of. There are number of places across the country where hot air balloon facilities are available these days .

Mumbai is one of those cities in India where life is fast and the schedules of most people are very hectic. People therefore look for various leisure activities for fun and relaxing during the holidays and weekends.

A hot air balloon ride can be a very good option for such an activity. Lonavala which is a famous hill station near Mumbai does have facilities and operators for a memorable hot air balloon ride.

Lonavala is situated in the Western Ghats and is home to a number of lush green forests, vast dams, lakes, streams and beautiful hills. A hot air balloon ride therefore provides panoramic views of the entire lush green picturesque landscape.

Hot Air balloon rides are something which are relatively new in India and would be a really fun and thrilling thing to be part of. There are hot air balloon rides coinciding with the sunset and sunrise timings depending on seasons.

There are different types of balloons of various sizes that can accomodate people ranging from 2 to 22 people as per preference. Ideally a hot air balloon ride lasts for an hour but sometimes the times can differ due to the weather conditions. The operating times for this activity are from September to end of April.

All safety guidelines and precautions are followed for this activity. Prior to the hot air balloon ride there will also be a quick briefing session by the instructors. The pilot onboard will safely conduct the whole activity. 

The altitudes will be changed as per the air conditions by the pilot. You can witness the change in the colours of the sky during the sunrise and sunsets which is a rather marvelous sight.

Post the completion of your hot air balloon ride you will be awarded with a Flight certificate which will always remind you about this lovely experience. Hot air balloons only operate when weather is permissible and the sky is clear.

Monsoons are generally avoided due to safety concerns. Pick up and drops to and from the spot are arranged. Hot air balloon rides can be done in large groups or even in small groups as per your preference.

A hot air balloon ride would be a really memorable experience which you are absolutely going to love.

PACKAGE DETAILS:

• The Hot air Balloon safari is a half day long activity and generally happens during the times coinciding with the sunrise or the sunsets depending on the season.
• The pickup and drop to the site for balloon rides would be arranged by our team from your hotel or any convenient nearby spot.
• Once you arrive at the launch site, some refreshment would be served which you can enjoy eating while we get the hot air balloons ready and properly inflated.
• All necessary safety checks would also be done. A group of instructors including the pilot would brief you about some basic rules to follow during the hot air balloon ride.
• An experienced pilot would be then taking you for the ride. The altitudes would be altered in mid air by the pilot suiting the weather conditions.
• Witness all the beautiful 360 views of the entire region and experience the thrill of being mid air during the balloon ride.
• This whole balloon safari would span for about an hour post which we will start descending. Post the landing, a drop to your hotel or a convenient location can be arranged.
• In flight photographs and videos of the entire hot air balloon ride experience can also be purchased.