• More than 7 days before the flight departure: A cancellation fee of $25 per ticket will apply. Refunds cannot be issued for change-of-mind decisions
• Bookings cancelled within 7 days of a flight departure or no-shows cannot be refunded. No-shows cannot be refunded
• Please note that you cannot receive a refund on any trips booked with a gift certificate or gift card
• All tickets include a non-refundable administration fee of at least $30 per person
• All tickets are transferable to others

Changes to Booking:

• More than 7 days before the flight departure: No fees apply
• Between 48 hours and 7 days before the flight departure: A rescheduling fee of $50 per person will apply
• Within 48 hours of the flight departure: No changes are permitted

• Wear warm casual clothing (jeans & jacket), clothes that can get a little dirty, and enclosed sturdy footwear
• A hat and sunglasses are also advisable
• Carry gloves and a beanie in winter
• Don’t forget your camera

Monday – Friday

Availability:

• Available every weekday: Departs from 5am (varies according to time of sunrise)
• Not valid: Saturday, Sunday or public holidays
• Departure Point: Northam Airfield, Withers St, Northam WA 6401
• Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your check-in time. Late arrivals and no-shows will not be eligible for a refund
• Bookings valid to 31 December 2025

Important:

• Flights are subject to weather conditions and minimum passenger numbers and may be altered or cancelled at the discretion of Windward Ballooning
• Check-in time for tours varies based on the time of sunrise and fluctuates depending on the time of year
• Flight time is approximately an hour, however, please allow up to 4–5 hours for the entire experience
• Hot air balloon rides are shared, meaning you will likely share your ride with other guests
• There are no weight restrictions for any of the tours. At the time of booking the weight of each passenger is collected to ensure proper weights and balances of the hot air balloon are adhered to
• Hotel transfers are not included
• Travel insurance is recommended

Terms & Conditions:

• This experience is not suitable for children aged 6 years and younger
• Children must be at least 7–12 years old, at which age they are usually tall enough to see over the edge of the basket (which is 1.2 m high) without being held up. All children under 18 must be accompanied by a supervising parent or adult guardian aged 18+
• This is not suitable for pregnant passengers
• Passengers must be in good general health to participate
• Windward Ballooning is not responsible for the loss of personal belongings, injuries, or damages sustained from participation in hot air balloon tours or tethered hot air balloon rides
• Read the full Terms and Conditions here

Cancellations:

• More than 7 days before the flight departure: A cancellation fee of $25 per ticket will apply. Refunds cannot be issued for change-of-mind decisions
• Bookings cancelled within 7 days of a flight departure or no-shows cannot be refunded
• Please note that you cannot receive a refund on any trips booked with a gift certificate or gift card
• All tickets include a non-refundable administration fee of at least $30 per person
• All tickets are transferable to others

Changes to Booking:

• More than 7 days before the flight departure: No fees apply
• Between 48 hours and 7 days before the flight departure: A rescheduling fee of $50 per person will apply
• Within 48 hours of the flight departure: No changes are permitted

Please Note:

• Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
• Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date

Important:

• The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
• We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website

Windward Ballooning

Enjoy a mesmerising sunrise hot air balloon ride over the idyllic Avon Valley, an hour’s drive from Perth, Western Australia. Join the acclaimed team at Windward Balloon Adventures, boasting an impressive legacy of 29 years in the skies. As Western Australia’s foremost hot air ballooning company, they proudly stand as the most seasoned and esteemed operator, ensuring an unforgettable experience filled with wonder and awe.

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