The 7 Best Balloon Flights in South Africa

1.Early Morning Balloon Safari with Breakfast from Magaliesburg

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 418 reviews · from $240Our pick

Meet at Bill Harrop’s Original Balloon Safaris near Magaliesburg for a one-hour flight over the Magaliesbergs and Cradle of Humankind. Your pilot provides live commentary, followed by post-flight drinks, a certificate, and a sparkling wine buffet breakfast. The full experience takes about four hours, and weather can affect departure.

“The entire experience from the moment you arrive to park was so incredibly welcoming. They are so professional and organized. Our pilot, Nick was professional and funny and made the while trip something to remember for ever.....highly recommend.”

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2.Pilanesberg National Park/Sun City Hot Air Balloon Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 63 reviews · 4 hours · from $421

Leave Sun City or a Pilanesberg lodge before sunrise for an open safari-vehicle ride to the launch site. After a 45-minute to one-hour balloon flight, enjoy sparkling wine, a flight certificate, and a full English breakfast at a private lodge. English-speaking guides lead this shared experience.

“The hot air balloon was so peaceful and our pilot was made it an amazing adventure. He was very good and made our trip very enjoyable.”

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3.Hot Air Balloon Flight along Magalies Valley

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 5 hours · from $360

Meet at Sandton City for a private early-morning transfer to Hartbeespoort. Watch the balloons rise over the Magaliesburg range, fly for about an hour, then toast your landing with sparkling wine and enjoy a buffet breakfast. Stuart is among the hosts praised for helping with photos and keeping the experience calm and friendly.

“We enjoyed every moment from the pick up to the drop off! Very happy with the certification as well. The rode itself was memorable!”

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4.Hot air Balloon and Cape Winelands Private guided tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8 reviews · 10 hours · from $635

Start with an early hot-air-balloon flight above Stellenbosch, then enjoy breakfast, historic Stellenbosch, Lanzerac wine and chocolate, Delaire Graff, and Franschhoek. Your private English-speaking guide handles the driving and can shape the winery visits around your tastes. Natasha and Joseph have earned especially strong praise, while guide quality can vary.

“El paisaje es hermoso. Nuestro piloto fue genial e hizo de esta experiencia una ùnica. Lo repetirìa.”

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5.Hot Air Balloon and Wine Tasting Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · from $545

Start at 5:00 am with a hot-air balloon flight from Joostenberg Vlakte, followed by breakfast, Stellenbosch, Lanzerac, Delaire Graff, Franschhoek, and Dieu Donne. Your private guide handles the day’s transport and tracks the balloon for pickup. Joseph has guided some departures.

“We loved our hot air balloon trip and wine tasting. They were fabulous, and our driver, Joseph, was so kind. I would recommend this tour to everyone.”

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6.Hot Air Balloon Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $360

Start early with tea, coffee, and biscuits before a 60-minute hot air balloon flight over the Magaliesberg range and Cradle of Humankind. Your experienced pilot and crew handle the flying while you enjoy the views. After landing, celebrate with sparkling wine, then sit down to a champagne breakfast at the Clubhouse, Pavilion, and Restaurant.

“Loved, loved, loved our Hot Air Balloon flight! The early pickup time had me questioning whether this was really worth it, but it was soooo worth it. Our pilot was great in explaining how everything would work and the views were amazing. This was the one of the best parts of my trip to Johannesburg. As if the thrill of being in a hot balloon and beautiful views weren't enough, after our flight we had a champagne toast and a full breakfast with lots of options for everyone. Definitely a great way to wrap up the activity. I would definitely recommend.”

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7.Private Hot Air Balloon Tour in Cape Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $683

Meet your pilot before sunrise for a one-hour balloon flight above the Stellenbosch winelands, with views of Simonsberg and Paarl Rock. Your private driver then takes you to Delaire Graff and Spier Wine Farm. Conrad and his team handle the flight, transport, breakfast, and return to Cape Town.

“Hot air ballon was amazing tour, I really recommend to any people who want to enjoy stellenboch view and beautiful photos, book this campany . I Really recommend”

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