Balloon flights from Alice Springs from the specialists at Kakadu Ayers Rock Tours

	Let us introduce you to the gentle joy and total freedom of Hot Air Ballooning What better way to see some of the most rugged and spectacular scenery in Central Australia?
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Alice Springs Balloon Flights has been operating in the Alice Springs area since April 1992. Our Chief Pilot has over 20 years ballooning experience and over 2000 hours flying time with an impeccable safety record. We hold all the necessary Insurance and Civil Aviation Certificates to operate.

Our passengers are collected in climate controlled comfortable vehicles one and a half hours before sunrise from your accommodation house in Alice Springs.

You are then driven to the launch site, which is determined on the morning depending on the wind direction. We have about 20 different launch sites within a 40km radius of Alice Springs, and these locations are individually chosen due to their picturesque and unique settings.

Your morning begins before dawn when the wind is gentle and a new day is about to begin. Soaring majestically over the terrain you will be overcome by the awesome and vast landscape which stretches out endlessly underneath.

Watch the kangaroos bounce and speed their way on their journeys, gaze up to the swirling eagles and cruise over the peaks of the ancient MacDonnell Ranges stretching out like a family of caterpillars crawling over the heart of Australia.

Wildlife loves the cool early mornings presenting great photo opportunities of them and the surrounding countryside.

After your flight, toast your morning's experience with a champagne breakfast chosen to celebrate your Baptempte de l'air (Baptism into the air) and receive your Flight Certificate.

Our breakfast mainly consists of: Freshly made marinated chicken drumsticks Croissants with ham & cheese

Freshly baked Outback damper, with honey & jam Fresh fruit platter Fresh cheese platter Scrumptous chocolate cake all with an assortment of fresh juices, tea & coffee and of course champagne!!

Vegetarians are catered for on request. Passengers recieve their flight cerificate during breakfast.

Premium Balloon Flight:
Adult
^ Premium balloon flight tour (includes breakfast & transfers) Adult $220.00 and $25.000 Aviation Insurance Levy Tour Code/Spinifex30
Chase & Breakfast Tour $30.00 Tour Code/SpinifexChase

Child (6 - 16 years inclusive)
^ Premium balloon flight tour (includes breakfast & transfers) Child $176.00 and $25.000 Aviation Insurance Levy Tour Code/Spinifex30CH
Chase & Breakfast Tour $30.00 Tour Code/SpinifexChaseCH

Pick up/transfers/returns from all local accommodation houses
30 minute balloon flight
Champagne breakfast as per below
Flight certificate

After you flight toast your morning experience with a champagne breakfast chosen to celebrate your Baptempte de l'air (Baptism into the air). This gourmet breakfast includes freshly baked marinated chicken, fresh croissants with ham & cheese, freshly baked Outback damper, with honey & jam, resh fruit platter, sumptuous cheese platter, blueberry muffins and all with an assortment of fresh juices, tea & coffe , not to forget to toast your success with a few glasses of fine champagne! Vegetarians are catered for on request.

All prices are valid from April 1st 2007 till 31 March 2008 Includes GST

Departs daily before sunrise (time varies), also depends on weather conditions.

Not Available at Ayers Rock

Insurance Fee * Due to the imposition of mandatory flight insurance by the Australian Government under the Air carriers Liability Act and the rapidly increasing and uncertain premiums in the adventure industry, a separate fee is payable to cover insurance. The fee is $25.00 per passenger payable by cash or credit card to the crew on the morning of the flight

Ballooning Itinerary (Alice Springs)

4.00am
Pick up from accommodation in Alice Springs
4.40am
Arrive at launch site and lay out balloon
4.50am
The inflation of the balloons is a majestic sight!
5.10am
Balloon is ready for lift off. Passengers climb aboard as sun's first rays lighten the sky. We are ready for lift off! The views below are breathtaking! Enjoy sightings of kangaroos and other wildlife while pilot offers commentary on the area.
5.45am to 6.00am
Back on terra firma! Balloon is packed away. (Flying time varies depending on the day)
7.00am
Arrive at Heavitree Gap Outback Lodge for breakfast. Breakfast is a time of celebration, feasting, relaxation and leisure. Time to chat with the crew and meet other guests. Breakfast typically includes chicken drumsticks, juice, tea & coffee, croissants, bread & condiments, freshly baked muffins and of course champagne.
8.00am
Climb aboard coaches for return to accommodation or transfer to other tours/airport. Time to wind down.
Approx 8.15am
Arrive back in Alice Springs or join one of our fully inclusive package tours!

Please note:
Pick up times vary according to season.
Above times vary slightly & December (summer) times are shown.
June (winter) times are approximately 1 hour later (pickups from 5am).

Inclusions
All tours include return transfers from Alice Springs accommodation, a traditional balloonists breakfast & a flight certificate.

Weather Conditions
Should the ballooning be cancelled due to adverse weather conditions, we will endeavor to rebook the passengers for another date that suits their schedule. Sometimes this is not possible, therefore the passengers are entitled to a full refund.

Cancellation Policy
Clients who cancel their ballooning tour within 24 of departure will not be given a refund. Clients who are a "no show" on the morning of the tour will not be given a refund. Clients who suffer "cold feet" on the launch field will not be given a refund. Where circumstances are beyond a client's control, please contact our office immediately.

FOC Policy
Tour Escort may join the Tour Group FOC. (Subject to availability)

Opening Hours
Office hours weekdays - 12 noon to 7:00pm
Office hours weekends - 12 noon to 6:00pm
Office hours public holidays - 12 noon to 6:00pm

Start & finish times
Times vary considerable throughout the year. Summer: 4:00am to 8:30am. Winter: 5:00am to 9:30am. Contact our office for exact times, or exact times will be provided in writing upon booking confirmation.

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As one of the Northern Territory's leading small group safari specialists "Australia 4 Wheel Drive Rentals (incorporating www.kakaduayersrocktours.com) , we seek out tours to some of Australia's most famous landmarks including Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kakadu National Park. From the sunny tropical Top End in it's dry and spectacular wet season's to the spiritual heart of the sandy Red Centre, from Aboriginal Culture to abundant wildlife and incredable flora - then onto Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney and Cairns we have sourced an excellent range of tours for your next vacation in Australia.

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