• Enjoy a hot air balloon flight up to 60 minutes, plenty of time to admire sweeping vistas of ancient rainforest mountains and of shimmering cith skyline - nature and cityscape in perfect harmony.
• This is more than just a scenic balloon flight, it includes a visit to O'Reilly's Grand Homestead in Gold Coast Hinterland.
• Breakfast is on us! Your trip includes a full hot breakfast and sparkling wine at O'Reilly's Vineyard and if you feel like it you can taste wines from O'Reilly's fabulous cellar collection.
• A VIP option is also available. Enjoy private transfers with your own chauffeur. This option also allows you to sleep in a little longer.
• Looking for serenity and thrills all in one day? We have the perfect Gold Coast combo for you. Join our Gold Coast Classic Ballooning & Vineyard Breakfast with Arro Jetboating.

Enjoy an early hot air balloon flight on the Gold Coast. Imagine floating across the silent early-morning landscape in a hot air balloon lead by our team of hot air balloon profesionals, but that's not all... your experience also includes a visit to the O'Reilly's Grand Homestead & Vineyard.

What to Expect

Begin your day with an early morning departure as you rise above the Gold Coast Hinterland in a scenic hot air balloon flight. This is one of the most tranquil and unforgettable ways to take in the sweeping views of the Scenic Rim, Mt Tamborine, Lamington National Park, and the distant glitter of the Gold Coast skyline.

Led by an experienced team of hot air balloon pilots and ground crew, your flight is safe, professional, and beautifully timed to catch the golden light of sunrise. After touching down, your morning continues at O’Reilly’s Grand Homestead & Vineyard, where a gourmet breakfast and vineyard stroll await.

Choose from a variety of options—classic hot air ballooning with vineyard breakfast, an extended experience that includes an Arro Jetboat thrill ride, or a luxury VIP flight with private hotel transfers for two.

Features and Highlights

Classic Hot Air Balloon Ride & Vineyard Breakfast

• Scenic 40-60 minute balloon flight over the Gold Coast Hinterland
• Panoramic views of the Scenic Rim, misty valleys, and rainforest-covered mountains
• Complimentary return coach transfers from hotel or designated meeting point
• Hot breakfast served at O’Reilly’s Grand Homestead with sparkling wine
• Stroll through the historic vineyard grounds by Canungra Creek
• Wine tasting available at the cellar door
• Meet and greet with Mountview Alpaca Farm’s friendly alpacas
• Digital photo package (valued at $80) included
• Commemorative flight certificate

Hot Air Balloon Flight & Arro Jetboating Combo

• Enjoy all inclusions of the classic ballooning and breakfast experience
• Continue the adventure with a 45-minute Arro Jetboating thrill ride on the Gold Coast Broadwater
• Experience high-speed spins, fishtails, and 360-degree manoeuvres with a professional jetboat pilot
• Drop-off included to Sea World Cruise Terminal for jetboating check-in
• Guests are required to arrange return transport after the jetboat ride

VIP Hot Air Balloon Flight for Two with Private Transfers

• Private chauffeur pickup from your hotel—later start, no waiting
• Comfortable transfer in a dedicated private vehicle to the launch site
• Non-exclusive flight with panoramic views over the Gold Coast Hinterland
• Boutique vineyard breakfast and continental buffet with sparkling wine
• Post-flight wine tasting and peaceful vineyard stroll
• Return transfer in your private vehicle, concluding a serene and exclusive morning
• Ideal for anniversaries, proposals, or couples’ getaways

Inclusions Across All Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon Ride Packages

• Return coach transfers (or private vehicle for VIP option)
• Scenic hot air balloon flight (approx. 40–60 minutes)
• Hot breakfast with sparkling wine at O’Reilly’s Vineyard
• Wine tasting experience at the cellar door
• Access to vineyard grounds and historic homestead
• Interaction with friendly alpacas from Mountview Alpaca Farm
• Digital photo package sent the same day
• Expert commentary and flight certificate

Why Choose a Hot Air Balloon Ride on the Gold Coast?

• It’s the only way to witness the entire Hinterland from the air—peaceful, panoramic, and picture-perfect
• A unique blend of luxury and adventure, combining scenic views with gourmet dining
• Flexible options to suit romantic getaways, family mornings, or high-adrenaline seekers
• One of the top-rated hot air balloon ride experiences in Queensland with expert safety standards

See all hot air balloon rides in Australia. 

Read The Tour Specialists Blog on all the things you need to know before you go on a hot air balloon ride.  

Itinerary - Gold Coast Classic Ballooning & Vineyard Breakfast

Pre dawn pick up

Pick up from selected Gold Coast hotels or one of our convenient meeting points, Nerang or Canungra. Air conditioned coach transfers to our Hot Air Balloon launch site. Your confirmed Pickup/Meeting time will be issued when you reserve your spots. Our team of pilots are Australia's most experienced with the record for most reliable balloon ride take-offs in the southern hemisphere. Always a surprise, always an impressive sight. Arrive at the launch site, to see the amazing hot air balloon inflation display. 

Hot Air Balloon Gold Coast Fun Fact - Did you know, our hot air balloons stand taller than a ten storey building?

7.00am to 7.30am

Meet our great team of pilots who will be guiding your balloon today; they are expert in their field and extremly knowledgeable. Always happy to share their experience, don't hesiate to ask questions. They have some amazing facts to share about Hot Air Ballooning. Your balloon crew driver is ready and waiting to answer all your questions and have a bit of fun. We're pleased to say our team are a fun and highly trained crew are well practiced in maximising the enjoyment to be had. After landing there is some Hot Air Balloon pack-up games and lots of laughs.

8.00am to 9.15am

Once you come down to earth you will be taken to O'Reilly's Grand Homestead & Boutique Vineyard, it is only a short drive. There you will be treated to a delicious, fresh breakfast - relax in the serenity of the vineyard on the verandah of this picturesque grand Queenslander. After breakfast you have exclusive access to O'Reillys Canungra Valley Vineyard; take a sneak peak at our virtual tour, relax in the historic surroundings with a glass of sparkling wine to toast your morning.  

9.45am to 10.30am

It is time to say goodbye. Our air conditioned coach will return you to your hotel or meeting point. We can also drop you off to theme parks, shopping centres & link with a number Gold Coast Hinterland tours. Just let us know where you would like to be dropped off at time of booking or few days prior.

Itinerary - Gold Coast Classic Ballooning & Vineyard Breakfast with Arro Jetboating

Pre dawn pick up

Air conditioned coach transfers from The Spit to Broadbeach or join us at one of our convenient Meeting Points. Our team of pilots are Australia's most experienced with the record for most reliable balloon ride take-offs in the southern hemisphere. Our team recommend driving west, to the Gold Coast Hinterland, where balloon take-offs are at their optimum. Your confirmed Pickup/Meeting time will be issued once you reserve your seats.

5.45am to 6.15am

Always a surprise, always an impressive sight. Arrive at the launch site, to see the amazing hot air balloon inflation display. Did you know our Hot Air balloons stand taller than a ten storey building?

Hop on-board to experience the fun & unique sensation of your first Gold Coast hot air balloon ride, floating gently above the spectacular Gold Coast Hinterland, in Queensland, Australia.

So much to see, but often it's the sensation of floating silently over this picturesque landscape at sunrise for your classic hot air balloon flight, that really makes this a special time. Breathe in the wide-open spaces and be amazed at the colourful spectacle of our other balloons in the morning sky.

7.00am to 7.30am

Our team of pilots, expert, knowledgeable and great guys are guiding your balloon & have some amazing facts to share with you about your hot air balloon ride this morning. Experience the joys of this historic form of flight. Your balloon crew driver is ready and waiting to answer all your questions and have a bit of fun. We're pleased to say, our team are fun and highly trained crew, well practiced in maximising the enjoyment to be had, on your first hot air balloon ride. After landing, of course their is some hot air balloon pack-up games and lots of laughs.

8.00am to 9.15am

Come down to earth and it's a short drive to O'Reilly's Grand Homestead & Boutique Vineyard.  Our breakfast is a real highlight!  We have exclusive access to O'Reillys Canungra Valley Vineyard- take a sneak peak at our virtual tour  Relax in the historic surroundings with a glass of sparkling wine to toast your morning.  A full freshly cooked breakfast, pastries, fresh juices, eggs & bacon, cereals & fruit is all yours as you relax in the serenity of the vineyard on the verandah of this picturesque grand Queenslander.

10.30am

Air conditioned coach transfer to Arro Jet Boating, departing from Sea World Marine Presinct in Main Beach. 

12.30pm

Check in for your JET BOAT ADVENTURE!  Check in is 30 minutes prior to 1pm departure.  Your checking includes a full safety briefing.

Note: Jet Boat tour may be taken on a separate day or at a different time on the same day as your ballooning tour, however you will need to make your own way to Arro Jetboating for all other areas.Arro Jet Boating is located at Sea World Marine Precinct in Main Beach. Check in time is 30 minutes before departure. Please advise us if you would like to take Jet Boating on another day or later time.

1.00pm

Arro Jet offers the Gold Coast's most exhilarating marine experience on the Gold Coast. Departing from Sea World Marine Precinct in Main Beach, Arro Jet is the only Jet Boating experience to launch directly into the high-speed action zone. Brace yourself for exciting high-speed turns and spins across the waterways.

Prepare for an adrenaline-fueled adventure as your expert pilot guides you through high-speed turns, spins, and thrilling 360-degree manoeuvres. It's a heart-pounding journey you won't forget.

After Your Jet Boat Ride

You will need to make your own way back to your accomodation from Sea World Marine Precinct.

Important notes: any person, who is pregnant, suffers from back, neck, or heart conditions, or has previous injuries are strongly advised not to ride on Arro Jetboating vessels. Children must be over the age of 5 years and a minimun height of 120cm to be able to participate in Arro Jet boating.

Itinerary - Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon VIP Experience for Two with private transfers

Pre dawn pick up

Private exclusive door to door pickup at your Gold Coast or Brisbane Resort, enjoy the scenic drive to Gold Coast Hinterland for the gentle beginning on Australia's only Luxury Hot Air balloon tour this morning!  Your confirmed Pickup/Meeting time will be issued as soon as you Reserve your booking.

6.00am

A great team of pilots, expert and knowledgeable are your guides. You arrive just in time to see the spectacular sight of your hot air balloon inflate.  Take off & experience the fun & unique sensation of hot air ballooning over the Gold Coast Hinterland, Australia.  As the day beings, your hot air balloon ride gently floats over the picturesque landscape, allowing you to breathe in the wide-open spaces!

6.30am

The patchwork panorama below brings new sights every day, watch out for the variety of Australian birdlife & take in the peace & serenity that is hot air ballooning.

8.30am to 9.00am

Come back to earth and be whisked off by your private transfer to a the relaxing surrounds of your own private area at O'Reilly's Vineyard, to enjoy a scrumptious 3 course breakfast. Our breakfast is a real highlight!  We have exclusive access to O'Reillys Canungra Valley Vineyard - take a sneak peak at our virtual tour. Australian sparkling wine to toast your hot air balloon ride, cooked to order is your choice of our gourmet tropical breakfast menu.  All yours as you relax in the serenity of the vineyard on the verandah of this picturesque grand Queenslander.

Return - You decide

Maybe a stroll after breakfast on one of Gold Coast's beautiful tropical beaches or a few more photographs with a palm tree background and no shoes! Return private transfer is available of course but , please advise your driver when you wish to depart for your accommodation.

Please note: while this experience can accommodate an individual flyer, a minimum charge equivalent to two passengers applies.

Tour Languages Offered

• English

Departs From

Gold Coast

Departure Time

Pre dawn pick up around 4.00am

Destinations

• Gold Coast city Skyline
• Gold Coast Hinterland

Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Daily

Does not operate on Christmas and New Year's day

Duration

40 to 60 minute flight
Allow 6 hours in total

Fitness Level Required

Low, Medium

Restrictions

Must be physically fit and able to climb in and out of balloon basket unaided

Height: From 120 Cm / 3ft11in

• Your ticket
• Walking shoes
• Camera
• Dress casual outdoor layered clothing. White clothing not recommended.
• Peak Hat & sunglasses
• Bottle of water

There is no height limit for flying. The basket is approximately 120cm high with a couple of footholds on a side of the basket where small children can have views through these holes. The minimum age for a child to fly is 3 years old. Children must be supervised at all time and cannot fly on their own. Children's rates are applicable for children aged 3 - 12 years inclusive. Proof of age is required under 5 years, we suggest passport. Children under 3 cannot fly and must stay with an adult at all time.