Alpine Hot Air Balloon Flight over the Greater Interlaken Area

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Spoken languages: English, French, Italian, Spanish, German
Minimum age: From 12 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: strict More info
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Activity description

Get an aerial view of the Alps on this fascinating, early morning hot air balloon flight over the great Interlaken area.

Experience the raw beauty of Europe’s most impressive mountain range on this Alpine hot air balloon flight. An activity that celebrates the seasons, travel across the Bernese Oberland between the emerald-colour waters of Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, discovering dense forests, alpine meadows and glaciers as you soar into the cloud line.

Location
This activity takes place at the Höhematte and travels across the Harder Kulm at 1,321 metres in the Berner Oberland region of Switzerland (Bernese Alps), overlooking the towns of Interlaken and Unterseen.

Activity
Arriving at the Höhematte before sunrise, meet the ground team and pilot for this scenic hot air balloon flight in the Alps. This an experience that can be organised for groups of friends and families alike, help the crew ready the balloon and organise the equipment, watching as your pilot starts to inflate the balloon. Once fully inflated, you will step inside the carriage and the ground team will release the anchors, allowing you to glide gently and slowly into the air. With your pilot in total control, all you have to do is enjoy the view – watching the sun rise over the Alps – an advantage afforded by the seasonal nature of ballooning so close to the mountain range.

Travelling high above the mountain range at an altitude of 12000 feet, explore the dramatic peaks along the roof of Europe, cruising above ice age glaciers and summits that have never felt a footprint.

A beautiful spectrum of colours can be seen throughout the seasons, with winter whites, blossoming greens in spring and vibrant orange hues come autumn. The pilot can influence the course of the balloon by climbing or descending and is in permanent radio contact with the ground crew, which will meet with the balloon at the landing position. On touchdown, the equipment will be packed away and guests can enjoy a glass of fizz or light refreshments to celebrate the experience.

Conditions
Operating throughout the year, flights take place before sunrise. Overall, 4 to 6 hours of time have to be planned. Meeting time and place will be informed by the flight crew the day before (first passenger briefing is available 2 days before the flight). 

 
Course of events

The crew will transfer you back to the initial meeting point following the flight.

Activity requirements

Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Minimum age of 12 years/from a height of 120 cm

 

Special terms

Please note prices are per group:

1-4 people: CHF 2,320

Included
  • Scenic Hot Air Balloon Ride
  • Champagne & Snacks
  • Post flight: crew will transfer back to meeting point
Excluded
  • Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Do not forget to bring
  • Closed Toe Shoes
  • Suitable Outerwear
  • Camera/GoPro
100% secure payments
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Meeting point
Meeting point defined by flight crew the day before. The meeting point is within 30 minutes from Interlaken, either easy access by car or public transportation. Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 30 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
30 days
Cancellation between 10 and 30 days prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
10 days
Cancellation 10 days or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule