Hot air balloon flying lesson in Bucharest

Embark on an unforgettable journey. Experience the thrills of flying in a unique aircraft: a hot air balloon.

Be like one of Jules Verne's heroes! Learn how to control a hot air balloon. Experience the thrills of flying in a unique aircraft. Balloon flight is usually compared with sailing, except, in this case, water is replaced by the endless sky. You can enjoy this experience with 3 of your friends.

Ballooning is one of the flight types which creates a contemplative atmosphere just through the basic act of flying. The lesson takes 60 minutes, during which you will learn how to assemble the balloon and how to maneuver this kind of aircraft during flight. A hot air balloon flight is the perfect gift idea for photography enthusiasts. Your photos will become living memories of this amazing flight. The feelings you will experience are beyond any words.

Venue: Bucharest (the airfield is situated at about 18 km from the center of Bucharest)

Exact location, directions and meeting place will be available to you once you have purchased your voucher(s). This information is listed on Activity Pass- the document which confirms your booking. You must book and complete your activity prior to voucher’s expiry date.

Please have in mind that this activity depends on the weather conditions and on obtaining all the approvals necessary for the flight. The commanding pilot has the responsibility to ensure maximum safety conditions during the flight; therefore he has the absolute authority to decide the interruption or postponing the mission at any time. We recommend you to book your activity in advance so that we will be able to reschedule if necessary.

Voucher valid for: 12 months

How long this activity takes: 1 hour + an introductory mini-course on the main controls and flight preparation

Minimum number of people required: 1

Minimum age required: At least 16 years old (8-16 years old children/teenagers are allowed as well, but only if they’re accompanied by a first degree relative)

Maximum age required: does not apply

Spectators and Family: are welcome to watch you

More Info:        

• The maximum number of people who can participate in such a flight at the same time is 4 persons (supposing that each passenger weighs approximately 80 kilograms and the maximum weight of all participants does not exceed 400 kg)
• This activity is not addressed to people suffering from epilepsy or from any heart conditions
• Your transfer to the location is not included
• Please have in mind that, during winter, we not only have weather restrictions but also some airfields may be closed entirely. In this case, we will do our best to schedule your experience at a different venue.  

This activity is running between April and October every year, on customer demand, depending on availability.