What time do the hot air balloon flights depart?

All flights depart at sunrise. The entire experience lasts approximately 2-3 hours.

Where is the meeting point for the balloon flight?

Klein Joostenberg Parking Lot in the Cape Winelands, near Stellenbosch.

Is hot air ballooning safe?

Our pilot is SACAA certified with countless flight hours. Balloons are regularly inspected.

What is included in the balloon flight experience?

Pre-flight coffee/tea, a scenic balloon flight and sparkling wine. Breakfast and meals are not included, except on our Exclusive Flight Experience which includes a full meal at the local bistro.

How many passengers fly in each balloon?

Up to 8 passengers per flight for a comfortable and intimate experience.

Can children go on a hot air balloon ride?

Children 10+ or at least 1.2m tall are welcome when accompanied by an adult.

What should I wear for the balloon flight?

Warm layers, closed flat shoes, hat and sunglasses recommended.

What happens if the weather is bad?

We will contact you to reschedule. Safety is our priority.

How much does a hot air balloon flight cost in Cape Town?

Weekday flights are R4,050 per person and our Sunrise Package is R4,500 per person. Our September Special is R3,825 per person, bookable on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays in September. Both include the scenic flight and sparkling wine.

How do I pay for my balloon flight?

Sunrise flights are secured with a non-refundable R250 per ticket admin fee via EFT or SnapScan, with the balance paid on site by card machine on the day. Gift vouchers are paid in full.

How much does a hot air balloon flight cost in South Africa?

Hot air balloon flights in South Africa range from R3,000 to R5,000 per person. Cape Town Ballooning offers gift vouchers from R4,050 and our September Special from R3,825 (Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays in September) including sparkling wine.

Is hot air ballooning in Cape Town a good gift idea?

Yes! A balloon ride over the Cape Winelands is one of the most popular gift experiences in Cape Town, perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, proposals, and bucket-list adventures.

What is the best time of year for balloon flights in Cape Town?

Flights operate year-round. Autumn and winter (April to August) offer the most consistent flying conditions, though summer flights are also spectacular.

Can I book a private hot air balloon flight?

Yes, we offer private balloon charter flights for proposals, corporate events, and celebrations. Contact us to arrange a private experience.

How do I get to the balloon flight launch site?

Our meeting point is Klein Joostenberg Parking Lot on the R304 Stellenbosch Road, about 25 minutes from Cape Town CBD and 15 minutes from Stellenbosch.

Unique Corporate Team Building Ideas in Cape Town — Group Balloon Flights

Looking for unique corporate team building activities in Cape Town? Group hot air balloon flights offer an unforgettable shared experience for teams of up to 16 people.

A group hot air balloon flight over the Cape Winelands takes 2 to 16 guests, departs at sunrise from Klein Joostenberg 30 minutes from Cape Town CBD, and returns teams to the office well before lunch.

Corporate group boarding a hot air balloon for a team building flight near Cape Town — An exclusive charter gives your team the balloon to themselves.

Why Balloon Flights Work for Team Building

A genuinely shared experience

Standing together in the basket, watching the sunrise over the mountains, creates a bond that no boardroom exercise can replicate. Nobody is competing and nobody is presenting.

It is memorable for the right reasons

Wine tasting, cooking classes and golf days are well-trodden. A balloon morning is the one people still mention a year later.

Group Sizes and Private Charters

Exclusive charters

An Exclusive Flight Experience gives your group the whole balloon for 2 to 8 guests, and a Large Party Exclusive covers 9 to 16 guests across two balloons. Both include a full meal at the local bistro.

Availability rules

Exclusive flights can only be booked on a date with no other bookings, so plan corporate mornings as far ahead as possible.

Team celebrating with sparkling wine after a corporate hot air balloon flight in the Winelands — Back on the ground with time to spare before the working day.

The Full Corporate Experience

What is included

Pre-flight coffee and team briefing, the scenic balloon flight of approximately one hour, and a sparkling wine celebration after landing. Exclusive packages add a full meal at the local bistro.

Logistics for corporate groups

Our launch site at Klein Joostenberg is approximately 30 minutes from Cape Town CBD, making it easily accessible for a morning activity before returning to the office. We can invoice the company directly.