10 Best Hot Air Balloon Rides Around the World
For more than two centuries, humans have used hot air balloons to launch themselves into the atmosphere and observe the world below from a unique perspective. The exhilarating experience of riding in a hot air balloon safely and comfortably, however, has never been more accessible than now. Today, adventurous travelers in every corner of the globe can enjoy amazing views of world’s most spectacular landscapes and ancient civilizations, gaining a new appreciation for the beauty and diversity that is planet Earth. Located an hour’s drive away from Melbourne, the Yarra Valley is best known for it’s world-class wineries. A hot air balloon ride offer visitors a safe and serene flight over undulating hills and glens etched with a patchwork of orchards, vineyards and farms with the distant mountain peaks of the Great Divide framing the scene. Hot air balloon flights are a popular pastime in Yarra Valley. Many operators begin and end their flights at local wineries where vis...