Discover the romance of soaring above Girona’s Ampurdán countryside with Globus Empordà’s weekend hot air balloon trip. Witness stunning coastal views and celebrate with local cava and almond cake after landing.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours including preparation and celebration
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; no strenuous activity involved
Wildlife
History
The region’s Roman history is visible in archaeological sites like Empúries, linking natural beauty with ancient human stories.
Conservation
Medas Islands are a protected marine reserve focusing on preserving biodiversity, and balloon tours operate with minimal environmental impact.
Globus Empordà
Discover the romance of soaring above Girona’s Ampurdán countryside with Globus Empordà’s weekend hot air balloon trip. Witness stunning coastal views and celebrate with local cava and almond cake after landing.
Globus Empordà is a hot air balloon operator based in Colomers, Catalunya, offering flights across the Ampurdán (Empordà) landscape. The company runs a range of experiences including private flights for groups of different sizes, shared flights, family options, and romantic getaways. Flights typically rise between 500 and 1,200 meters, providing panoramic views of landmarks such as the Medas (Medes) Islands, Cap de Creus, the Ter River and other coastal and inland scenery.
Shared options include general shared flights and family shared flights for configurations such as 2 adults + 1 child or 2 adults + 2 children. Private flights list formats for groups including 5–8, 9–10, and 11–12 people, plus private weekday options. Romantic and weekend packages are listed, including midweek romantic flights. Some experiences combine a balloon flight with an overnight stay at Mas Rabiol or a private weekday flight plus a night at Mas Rabiol.
Post‑flight hospitality is a consistent feature: many experiences include almond cake and a celebratory toast with cava, while certain combined packages include breakfast with almond cake and juices. The business presents clear trip names and summaries for each offering, specifying passenger groupings and shared or private formats. Trip names listed include private and shared flights, family configurations, romantic packages, Figueras private flights, and combined flights with an overnight at Mas Rabiol. All package summaries state passenger counts and post‑flight refreshments.
Location
Colomers, Catalunya
Launches from Colomers in Catalunya.
Tours Offered
12 trips
Private, shared, family, romantic.
Typical Altitude
500–1,200 m
Panoramic views across the Ampurdán.
Post-Flight Treats
Almond cake & cava
Included on many experiences.
Select a private, shared, family or romantic flight from Colomers and enjoy panoramic views plus post‑flight almond cake and cava.
Dress in Layers
Temperatures can vary greatly from ground level to altitude—wear flexible clothing to stay comfortable throughout the flight.
Arrive Early
Plan to arrive at the launch site well before sunrise to catch the best weather and lighting conditions for takeoff.
Camera Ready
Bring a camera or smartphone with secure straps—photography opportunities of the Costa Brava and Medas Islands are outstanding from the balloon.
Mind Motion Sensitivity
If you experience motion sickness, consider taking precautions as the slow drifting can still affect some passengers.
Windbreaker or Light Jacket
Protects from wind chill during ascent and descent.
spring|fall|winter
Closed-toe Comfortable Shoes
Good traction and support for walk on uneven landing terrain.
Camera with Strap
Captures breathtaking views safely secured during flight.
Sunglasses and Hat
Protects against bright sunlight while airborne.
summer