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Operation Season - November - April
Luxury Balloon Rides Gift Voucher Delivered in Sri Lanka
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Hot air ballooning is unique from all other forms of flight in that there is little sensation of motion or perception of height. Balloons travel with the wind & at the same speed which makes for one of the magical sensations of the flight. “Sensational tranquility” ….. is how many describe it! or as “surreal, peaceful and quiet”. Floating at heights of 500 to 2000 feet on average, this feeling of peace and tranquility is apparent from the extent of sigh’s & smiles as the earth seems to slowly descend & rotate below you whilst the views rapidly expand. After the excitement of the takeoff and its preparations, within moments you are at ease & in awe of the lofty spectacle while you effortlessly drift over the treetops, wildlife, lakes & rivers, cultural sites, local urban homesteads….. & landmarks like Sigiriya Rock that adds an intimacy with the landscape & people that most travelers volunteer as “an experience of a lifetime” whilst floating over the Sri Lankan countryside in gentle, panoramic harmony with nature. Apart from the occasional burst of the burners there is little to disturb the unusual noiseless environment. |
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A Hot Air balloon flight is made up of a total travel experience of approx 4-hrs duration starting with the preparation and inflation of the balloon, flight briefing, takeoff, flight, landing & retrieval and return to your hotel after a champagne breakfast. A typical flight schedule is the early morning i.e. Sunrise, with flights commence soon after dawn. The exact meeting time varies depending on the season and will be nominated when you make your reconfirmation call between 4 pm and 5 pm the day prior to your flight. On the morning of your flight you will receive a wake up call one hour prior to the meeting time. This call is put through ONLY if the weather is suitable for a flight. No call - No flight! But you must be in reach of a telephone or be able to be reached i.e. via your hotel. On the assumption that Sunrise is at approx 0615hrs then the following would apply as a typical flight. |
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Ballooning Itinerary
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6.00 - 6.45
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Transfer from hotel to takeoff point, being sure to arrive at our meeting point by 0645 hrs but confirmed the evening prior.
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6.45 - 7.00
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We transfer you to the takeoff and experience the fun of assisting the pilot and crew in preparing the balloon for takeoff. This can be as memorable as the journey in the air. The launch and picturesque landscape at sunrise, as nature awakens to the first rays of the new day is the reward to an early start…..
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7.00 - 8.00
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By sunrise you are aloft and enjoying your flight with all the beauty and magic that ballooning offers
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8.00 - 8.30
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Landing…. the smiling faces and hearty welcomes of the local villagers coming to greet you is an unexpected delight…. then the endeavors of the retrieval by our ground crew together with the pilot, at his best, displaying the finer techniques of landings and maneuvers. It’s all part of the flight experience. The final pack-up of the envelope and equipment plus lots of laughs & photos add to the memories.
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8.30 - 9.30
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Coming down to earth and the reality of returning to life as seen from the ground, whilst retaining the perspective of that of a bird, we head for a deserving breakfast of champagne, juice & fresh tropical fruits. Our van meets you and with the pilot you’re returned to your hotel or waiting vehicle with your Flight Certificate in Hand.
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| Flight only package or Flight Voucher (Foriegn Guest) - Per Person
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A 3 to 4-hour travel experience
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Approx. One hour flight +/- depending on conditions
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Champagne & Tropical Fruit Breakfast
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Transfers back to your vehicle / Kandalama (Your driver can follow the flight with our ground crew and meet you on landing!)
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Adventure Asia Int. Balloon Flight Certificate
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A great start to your morning!
SKU: Adventure_Balloons_001
In Stock: Yes
Price: $279.64
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| Flight only package or Flight Voucher (Sri Lankan Nationals) - Per Person
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A 3 to 4-hour travel experience
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Approx. One hour flight +/- depending on conditions
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Champagne & Tropical Fruit Breakfast
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Transfers back to your vehicle / Kandalama (Your driver can follow the flight with our ground crew and meet you on landing!)
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Adventure Asia Int. Balloon Flight Certificate
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A great start to your morning!
SKU: Adventure_Balloons_002
In Stock: Yes
Price: $184.21
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| Luxury Balloon Package (Foreign Guest) - Per Person
Luxury Ballooning Package
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Extra Sleep In
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6.30 am
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Chauffeured private pickup at your hotel, with time to spare taking you direct to the launch spot
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Chauffeured
vehicle transfers
Pre flight drinks
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6.45 am
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Arrive just in time to see your balloon inflate & sip a pre-flight drink. Take off & experience the fun & unique sensation of hot air ballooning. Your balloon floats for approx. an hour over the picturesque landscape at sunrise, breathe in the wide-open spaces and take in the best views with your binoculars.
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60 minute scenic
Balloon Flight
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7.00 am
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Take in the unique views of landscapes, villages, people and landmarks with a wide panorama along the coastline only fully appreciated from the air and only at the intimate pace of a balloon flight.
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Champagne
Breakfast
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8.00 am
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On landing enjoy a tropical fruit, fresh fruit juice and Champagne Breakfast to toast your flight in the true French tradition.
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Your resort &
breakfast
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9.00 am
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Coming back to earth, you’ll be whisked off by your chauffeured vehicle to your resort, to enjoy a private breakfast….. on route if you wish!
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Flight Certificate
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Late
return
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Maybe a stroll after breakfast or even make a picnic breakfast on route back to your hotel with a few more photographs! The return transfer is available at your disposal; please advise your driver when you wish to depart for your hotel. You will be issued with your flight certificate signed by your pilot.
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SKU: Adventure_Balloons_003
In Stock: Yes
Price: $478.59
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