Gold Coast: Hot Air Balloon, Winery Breakfast & iFly
Mermaid Beach, Gold Coast
Soar above the Gold Coast Hinterland and Scenic Rim on a hot air balloon ride. Enjoy a hot breakfast at a boutique vineyard with a glass of sparkling wine. Experience the thrill of skydiving at iFLY.
This Gold Coast activity combines a hot air balloon flight over the Scenic Rim with indoor skydiving at iFLY Surfers Paradise, ideal for solo travellers, couples, and families.
Highlights
- Soar above the Gold Coast Hinterland and Scenic Rim on a hot air balloon ride
- Expert pilot and fully licensed balloon crew ensure a safe and enjoyable experience
- Full buffet breakfast at the 5-star Langham Hotel, located beachside
- Experience indoor skydiving at iFLY in Surfers Paradise
- Combine two iconic Gold Coast experiences in one day
Description
The day begins before dawn with pickup for a hot air balloon flight over the Scenic Rim. Watch balloons inflate before gently rising above rolling hills, farmland, and the peaks of the Gold Coast Hinterland. After landing, participate in packing up the balloon with the crew before transfer back to Surfers Paradise.
Enjoy a full buffet breakfast at Ayoka restaurant in The Langham Hotel, offering beachside ocean views. Following breakfast, head to iFLY Surfers Paradise for a 90-minute indoor skydiving session. A certified instructor guides participants through real skydiving manoeuvres inside a wind tunnel that is weather-proof and suitable for ages 3 to 103.
This combined experience covers both tranquil sunrise flight and adrenaline-pumping indoor skydiving, with transfers included and all arrangements handled in one booking.
Includes
- Full hot air balloon flight experience with expert crew
- Digital photos from the hot air balloon flight
- Pilot-signed commemorative certificate
- 5-star buffet breakfast at Ayoka, The Langham Hotel, beachside Surfers Paradise
- iFLY indoor skydiving session with certified instructor
Excludes
- Travel to iFLY Surfers Paradise (self-arranged; located centrally in Surfers Paradise)
Important Information
- All bookings are weather dependent; iFLY is an all-weather activity
- Avoid wearing white clothing
- Bring a fully charged camera for photos
- Participants must be able to climb a 1.2 metre ladder into the balloon basket unassisted
- Standing is required for the duration of the balloon flight
- Pregnant women and those who dived the day before are not eligible
- Consult your doctor if you have medical conditions or accessibility issues before booking
- No passengers will be allowed to fly if impaired by alcohol, drugs, or prescription medicine
- Handbags and backpacks are not permitted on the balloon; do not bring large bags due to safety restrictions
- Digital photos are provided each flight unless the camera fails; no refunds apply for photo failure
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book early to secure your preferred date. Wear comfortable clothing and bring sunscreen for the morning balloon flight. The best time to visit is early morning to enjoy calm weather and clear views during the balloon ride.
