Ballooning - Raging Thunder

Description

Let Raging Thunder introduce you to the safe and exciting sport of ballooning, in a spectacular dawn trip which highlights the diverse eco-culture of the Cairns region.
As the sun rises our pilots gently lift off and quietly glide the balloons over the panorama of the Cairns Highlands (also known as the Atherton Tablelands).
Afterwards you are treated to a wonderful breakfast at our outback adventures site, and then returned to Cairns or Kuranda with plenty of time to enjoy other tours in the same day.
And did we mention that Raging Thunder fly the world’s LARGEST commercial balloons which are over 120ft tall? So get aboard and experience the ride of your life!!!

Because of the nature of balloons they can’t be steered, instead they are carried along by wind currents. The Kuranda range provides a buffer from the coastal winds, making the gentle Mareeba valley the ideal place for ballooning, having less cancelled flying days than any other location in the world.
Just after dawn the cool air in the Mareeba Valley provides the stable conditions which are perfect for ballooning, which is why we fly at dawn. Allowing our flights to always be controlled, with our landing being gentle affairs with the basket remaining in the upright position.

Trip Includes

Return accommodation transfers
Exhilarating scenic Tablelands balloon flight (30 or 60 minute flights available)
Australia's most experienced balloon pilots
Friendly helpful crew
Flight certificate
Cross Country Balloon chase
Photos & merchandise available for purchase on the day

Duration

Allow 5hrs round trip from Cairns

Departures

Accommodation transfers from Cairns & Northern Beaches at 4.30am
Returns approx 9.30am

Other Information

Flights routes may vary due to weather and at the pilot's discretion
Dress warmly as it can very cold in the early mornings
Sunglasses are strongly recommended
Children must be at least 4 years old (no infants) for safety reasons
Ballooning is not suitable for anyone who is pregnant
An additional $30pp Aviation Insurance Levy payable on the day of tour

Everything Travel Group Comments

This is something everyone has to do at least once in their lifetime. The 4am wake up is pretty hard to handle at the time but is quickly forgotten when you are floating at 4,500ft staring at the most amazing sunrise. 30 minutes is actually plenty of time in the air but if you really want to indulge yourself then gor for the full hour, you won't regret it!

Suggestions: You're best to book in advance as this is a very popular activity and there are limited spaces available.

Wow Factor: 9.5/10
Fun Factor: 8/10

Currency Converter Prices & Options

Why book online before you arrive?

Adult: 60 minute flight AUD$295.00
New price: AUD$305.00 (from 1st April 2012)
Adult: 30 minute flight AUD$195.00
New price: AUD$205.00 (from 1st April 2012)
Child (4-14 yrs): 60 minute flight AUD$200.00
New price: AUD$210.00 (from 1st April 2012)
Child (4-14 yrs): 30 minute flight AUD$120.00
New price: AUD$130.00 (from 1st April 2012)

Ballooning - Raging Thunder