ONCE IN A LIFETIME! You’ve never experienced true magic, until you’ve flown in a Hot Air Balloon over Sri Lanka – Paradise Island.
The climate in Dambulla – Kandalama is exceptional for flying balloons, due to its extremely calm and predictable nature. Sri Lanka Balloon Rides generally take place in the early morning (because the weather is more stable), and the average distance we cover, in accordance with the wind speed and direction, is anywhere from one to ten miles. The height at which we fly will vary from tree top level – where we enjoy contour flying at low level to several thousand feet up: the perfect vantage point to observe the majesty of Dambulla – Kandalama area.
- We are proud to maintain the best safety record in 6 years of flying over Sri Lanka. And we are the only one in Sri Lanka with safety belts in the baskets.
- We fly the newest, spacious, and well-maintained balloons in the island.
- We carry the fewest passengers per balloon, ensuring a comfortable Sri Lanka Balloon flight experience.
- Majority of our flights follow a more scenic flight plan and our flight time is longer than any other operators in the area. We do not fly just straight. We descent and fly tree-top level over lakes, trees and all beauties on the ground as well as we fly high.
- Before your flight, you have an open buffet Sri Lankan breakfast at our take-off launch while you watch how we inflate the balloons. As the leading operator we are the first and only to offer this service.
- Our ground transportation vehicles are in current and full compliance with the Department of Motor Traffic. All are pretty new and includes A/C which are driven by friendly staff.
- Our balloons are also in full compliance with Sri Lanka Civil Aviation requirements for safe operation.
- A personalized flight certificate is presented to each passenger after landing. We’ve been the first to launch this tradition in Sri Lanka.
- Honest and professional service. Unique Hot Air Balloon Rides in Sri Lanka.
- No false statements; hidden costs; extra fees, taxes or charges. Sri Lanka Balloon Ride prices includes all taxes and fees.
- If flight is cancelled due to weather, no cost for you of any kind.
Package Includes
Transfers from/to hotel, snack Breakfast before take-off (bun, tea-coffee, banana), 1h Balloon Flight, Cold Water on board, Glass of Champagne – Juice – Water and Cake on landing location, personalized Flight Certificate, Insurance
$ 250 USD per adult
$ 200 USD per child (up to 12 years)
Flights are dependent on good weather conditions and its on pilot decision. If a flight has been cancelled due to inconvenient weather conditions and if the payment has been made, collected amounts are, according to your preference, refunded, or your reservation is transferred to the next day.
What You Should Know
- It is no colder in the balloon than it is on the ground. You should wear sensible shoes and dress comfortably. Flights generally take place in the early morning (because the weather is more stable), and the average distance we cover, in accordance with the wind speed and direction, is anywhere from 1 to 15 kilometers.
- The height at which we fly will vary from tree top level – where we enjoy contour flying at low level to several thousand feet up: the perfect vantage point to observe the majesty of Dambulla-Kandalama area.
- We collect you from your hotel approximately half an hour before sunrise.
- Transport to and from your hotel is provided in our luxury company vehicles and snack breakfast provided at take-off point.
- Your pilot will give you a safety briefing before take- off and tell you everything for a safe and enjoyable flight.
- The flight has a duration of 1 hour plus or minus 10 minutes, depending on weather conditions and terrain.
- After landing, we celebrate in style with a traditional glass of Champagne, juice and cake. Then, your pilot hands out your personalized flight certificate.
- You should allow 3 hours from start to finish.
