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Hot Air Balloon flights from Methven
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Discover the magic of flight with Adventure Balloons NZ. Soar peacefully above Canterbury at sunrise and enjoy panoramic views of Mt Hutt, the Southern Alps, and the stunning South Island landscape on an unforgettable hot air balloon experience.
Highlights
- Mt. Hutt and Southern Alps scenic hot air balloon flight
- Unlimited free airspace upto 9500 ft. for best views across the mountains cloud base permitting
- Views to the East of the patchwork Canterbury Plains through to the Pacific Ocean
- 4X4 transport from Methven centre to the take off site and return from the landing site
- Post flight Champagne style celebration
- Inflight photographs available for purchase a day after the flight and to view on facebook
Experience the breathtaking beauty of New Zealand from the peaceful silence of a hot air balloon with Adventure Balloons NZ. Based in Methven, just over an hour from Christchurch, our sunrise flights offer an unforgettable journey above the spectacular Canterbury Plains with panoramic views of Mt Hutt, the Southern Alps, braided rivers, rolling farmland, and, on clear mornings, the Pacific Ocean.
Your adventure begins before sunrise when you meet our friendly team in Methven. After a warm welcome, you'll travel with us to the launch site, chosen by your pilot to make the most of the day's weather conditions. Before take-off, you'll receive a comprehensive safety briefing and have the opportunity to help inflate the balloon—a fascinating experience that gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the art of ballooning.
As the balloon gently lifts into the morning sky, you'll drift peacefully with the wind, enjoying uninterrupted 360-degree views of Canterbury's spectacular landscapes. Unlike other forms of flight, hot air ballooning is remarkably quiet, allowing you to fully appreciate the tranquillity of the surroundings while your pilot shares local knowledge and points out landmarks along the way.
Each flight is unique, following the direction of the wind and offering a different perspective every time you fly. During the journey, you'll have plenty of opportunities to take incredible photographs and simply relax as you float effortlessly above one of New Zealand's most beautiful regions.
After approximately one hour in the air, your pilot will make a gentle landing where our ground crew will be waiting to greet you. Celebrate your adventure with a traditional post-flight drink while sharing stories of your flight before returning to Methven.
Whether you're visiting New Zealand, celebrating a special occasion, planning a romantic surprise, or crossing a bucket-list experience off your list, a hot air balloon flight with Adventure Balloons NZ is an experience you'll never forget.
Itinerary
- Meeting at the bus stop, roughly 116a Main Street, Methven. There is parking at meeting point.
All prices are shown in NZD ($)
- Adult$357.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$260.00
- Adult$304.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$260.00
- Adult$304.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$260.00
- Adult$304.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$260.00
- Adult$304.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$260.00
- Adult$304.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00
- Child$260.00
- Adult$357.00
- Child$260.00
Authenticated Reviews & Photos All of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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Kate Tyler from New Zealand wrote on 12 August 2025
Amazing!!
What an amazing experience!! Thank you so much Graeme and Storky for taking such great care of us and making the experience all the better; you guys are brilliant.
From Hot Air Balloon flights from Methven
Thanks Kate, really appreciate your review, we do like it when the experience is enjoyed. Graeme [cid:[email protected]]
josephinew8 from New Zealand wrote on 01 August 2026
Epic
Highly recommend this experience. Felt safe and looked after. Would love to do this again.
From Hot Air Balloon flights from Methven
Thanks Josephine, glad you enjoyed it Graeme
alsgh_w from South Korea wrote on 23 May 2021
...걱정됩니다.
시작부터 30분 시작시간 늦춰진거 연락안와서 밖에서 생고생 아침이라 얼어 죽을뻔. 만나서 열기구 탑승하고 점차 올라가니 뷰도 좋고 날도 좋고 너무좋음. 조종수 분이 어르신이였는데 높이 올라가더니 쓰러지심. 너무 당황해서 앉게하고 쉬게 하니 좀 나아지셨는지 다시 괜찮다고 하시는데 속으로 욕밖에 안나옴. 분위기 조지고 바로 착륙하자했는데 착륙포인트까지 가야해서 어쩔수 없이 탐. 다른 승객 걱정되서 남김니다.
brendaj5 from New Zealand wrote on 29 July 2026
Christchurch hot air balloon ride
Absolutely FANTASTIC experience & the guys were AMAZING, weather & views were perfect on the day, highly recommend to do this with adventure balloons thanks guys
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Yolandi Irle from New Zealand wrote on 22 December 2025
Flying high
Wonderful experience, breathtaking 360’ views. Learned about the set-up and pack-up which was interesting. Would definitely recommend this experience!