Float over the Avon Valley at sunrise with pickup from Perth, a pre-flight breakfast, and a hands-on ballooning option. This 6–7 hour door-to-door experience pairs quiet morning skies with sweeping rural views and reliable, weather-dependent operations.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Before dawn, the bus eases out of Perth and the city lights shrink behind you. By the time the Avon Valley opens its arms—low hills, river flats and paddocks cut by the Avon River—you'll be unpacking a wicker basket beneath a canvas balloon. The burner roars; air climbs; the valley exhales beneath you as the balloon lifts into the first pale rays.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6–7 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most adults who can stand for 45–60 minutes and step into a low-sided basket; not recommended for those with serious cardiovascular conditions or pregnancy.
Wildlife
History
The Avon Valley supported Noongar communities and later 19th-century pastoral settlement; farming patterns and river terraces shape its broad floodplain vistas.
Conservation
Balloon operators work with landowners to minimize impact on paddocks and wildlife; stick to crew instructions, avoid trampling launch sites, and support local operators that follow sustainable practices.
Reserve your spot on the Hot Air Balloon Flights (Avon Valley) + Breakfast & Perth Pickup today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Dress in layers for dawn chill
Temperatures are lowest before sunrise and a steady breeze can feel colder aloft—wear insulating layers you can remove after landing.
Arrive ready for early pickup
Expect a very early meet time in Perth to reach the Avon Valley before sunrise; confirm pickup details the night before.
Check weight and health requirements
Operators collect passenger weights for weight-and-balance; pregnant guests and those with serious heart conditions are not recommended to fly.
Secure gear and camera straps
Wind and burners can jostle loose items—use straps for cameras and keep phones secured in pockets during inflation and landing.
Warm base and insulating layer
Pre-dawn starts and altitude mean chill—layers let you adapt before and after the flight.
Flat, closed-toe shoes
Launch and landing often occur on uneven paddocks; sturdy shoes improve stability.
Water bottle
Hydration is important after early starts, especially in warm months.
summer
Camera with strap
Sunrise lighting is exceptional—use a secure strap to keep your hands free during landing.