We may have forgotten the real pleasure of flying in the air, with frequent flights and some delays, and standing in long lines to complete travel procedures and the weight and luggage of waiting. The balloon ride experience is a great opportunity to revive your love for flying, as you will have the opportunity to fly in the sky of the most beautiful natural places in the world, away from the crowds of airports, for a very wonderful and unforgettable adventure.
From the desert of Dubai to the Château d’Aux in Switzerland, here is a list of the 10 best places to experience balloon flying:
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1- Cappadocia, Turkey
It would be unfair not to mention Cappadocia at the top of this list as one of the best places in the world to ride a balloon.
This region in Turkey is famous for its topography, called “chimneys of the jinn”, and its rock formations dating back more than 2000 years, which makes it look from the sky one of the best balloon flying experiences.
2- Napa Valley, United States
California’s Napa Valley is world famous for its charming vineyards, stunning landscapes, and rustic atmosphere that can be seen from above on a hot air balloon ride.
The weather in Napa Valley is characterized by mildness throughout the months of the year, which makes balloon flight here possible throughout the year.
3- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Balloon Adventure Emirates, licensed by the UAE General Authority of Civil Aviation, offers a luxurious experience of flying over the sands of the desert in one of the finest airships in the world.
An hour’s drive from Dubai, you are on a date with flying over the desert sands and dunes, green oases and wandering beauty, at an altitude of 1219 meters.
4- Bagan, Myanmar
Bagan is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Myanmar, and is famous for its eleventh century temples, in addition to the experience of balloon riding in the early morning and enjoying the most beautiful scenery at sunrise.
On this magical excursion, you will see many beautiful landscapes as the first rays of sunlight rise on Buddhist towers, temples and ancient buildings in the city that was once the capital of the Burma Empire.
5- Masai Mara, Kenya
The most beautiful thing is that you can see these animals during their migration from the top through a flight safari unparalleled in the balloon. This may be one of the most expensive flights in Kenya, but it’s well worth everything you pay.
6- Luxor
Luxor is located in the Nile River Valley, and was formerly known as the city of Thebes, dating back more than four thousand years. Luxor is universally referred to as the largest open-air museum in the world.
Balloon rides in Luxor are a great opportunity to see the most beautiful Egyptian monuments and temples, in addition to the charming landscapes overlooking the Nile, to make it a unique and unforgettable experience.
7- Letchworth National Park
The hot air balloon rides in the sky of Letchworth in New York lasts about an hour, during which you see greenery and beautiful waterfalls, an experience that you should not miss during your visit to New York.
The journey takes you across the Genesee River where stunning green heights, some of which are as high as 600 feet.
8- Albuquerque, United States
Albuquerque is located in the state of New Mexico and hosts the International Balloon Festival, the largest of its kind in the world, where in October every year more than 500 airship balloon begins in the city sky early in the morning, and balloon lovers gather to watch this huge event from all over the world.
The park hosting the festival spans a vast area of 365 acres to accommodate visitors and participants in this unique event.
9- Yarra Valley, Australia
The Yarra Valley is located an hour’s drive from Melbourne, and is considered one of the most beautiful valleys in Australia, where it is famous for the ballooning trips that sights of the enchanting Melbourne sights and landscapes, wavy hills and vineyards … and the kangaroo too!
10- Gstaad, Switzerland
Who wouldn’t dream of flying over the charming Alps of Switzerland and seeing the beautiful nature and steep mountain peaks?
You can head to Gstaad, Switzerland, to participate in the annual Chateau Docks International Balloon Festival, which takes place in January every year, for an adventure that you will never forget!
