Hot Air Balloon Flights

Enjoy a 1-hour scenic hot air balloon flight at sunrise and fly over the Lowveld section of the Blyde River, 15km west of Hoedspruit, at the foot of the Northern Drakensberg Escarpment. Flights are conducted throughout the year, with mid-summer sunrise at 05h00 and mid-winter sunrise at 06:30. We meet 50 minutes before sunrise at the Sun Catchers Launch site. Due to the high number of weather cancellations, we will not be flying from 16 Dec 2024 to 2 Jan 2025. Our pilots and crew will ensure a safe, enjoyable, and informative adventure that will be one of the highlights of your visit to the Kruger to Canyon Biosphere. After the flight, the customary sparkling wine will be served, and a flight certificate will be presented. Please note that this activity is dependent on favorable weather conditions. Flights might get cancelled due to strong winds.