Embark on an unforgettable full-day adventure that begins with a breathtaking hot air balloon ride over Cairns, followed by an exhilarating jet boat experience on the water. Your day kicks off with a pre-dawn pickup from your accommodation, taking you to the balloon launch site where you’ll have the chance to watch as the balloons are inflated. Once the balloon is ready, step into the basket and let your experienced pilot guide you on a peaceful journey above the stunning rainforest-covered hills, mountains, and tablelands at sunrise. From this incredible vantage point, you'll be treated to panoramic views stretching from the Atherton Tablelands to the coastline, with the Great Barrier Reef shimmering in the distance.

After landing, enjoy a light snack and a refreshing glass of sparkling wine, soaking in the serenity of the moment. Then, it’s time for your next thrill: a 35-minute jet boat ride on Cairns’ Trinity Inlet. You’ll be taken to the marina, where the real adventure begins. Hold on tight as your captain delivers high-speed spins, slides, and adrenaline-pumping action, all while sharing fascinating insights about Cairns and the surrounding region. It’s the perfect combination of breathtaking views and heart-racing excitement for a day you won’t forget!

Info

Inclusions

Hot Air Balloon ride over the Atherton Tablelands
35-minute Jet Boat ride on Trinity Inlet
Digital photo package
Hot Air pilot signed commemorative certificate
On landing enjoy a glass of sparkling wine or juice with a light snack
Air insurance levy fee ($30)
Interesting and educational expert commentary
Hotel pick up and transfers in air-conditioned coach to Bad Fishy Jetboat at Marlin Marina

Time

Pick up times for this experience will be provided by the tour operator after booking and is pre dawn
The hot air ballooning Cairns experience concludes between 8:45 am and 9:45 am

Duration

Please allow up to 6 hours for this experience

Departure Location

Pickup is available from accommodation in Cairns and Northern Beaches, please contact the tour operator after booking to arrange

What To Bring

Camera and water
Dress in casual layered clothing
Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
For the Bad Fishy experience please bring anything you don't mind getting wet and a towel
If your flight time is from April to October (in winter), you need to wear warm clothes to prevent the cold; in other months, there will be warm airflow due to the burning of hot air balloons, so you do not need to wear warm clothes
It is recommended that you wear long pants and closed-in shoes - no heels, slippers or skirts, please
Bring a jacket as it gets quite cool as the sun rises and please avoid white clothes
Carry hats and sunglasses, and a fully charged camera for taking pictures

Terms And Conditions

Hot air ballooning is contingent upon suitable weather conditions. Should cancellation occur due to unfavourable weather: If you decide not to rebook or cannot find an alternative date for the ballooning experience, the Jetboat tour will still be available for you on the scheduled afternoon, however, the cost of the Jetboat tour will no longer be complimentary and the standard retail price of the Jetboat tour will be deducted from the original payment when processing your refund
If the jetboat cruise is cancelled by the operator, the complimentary ticket is not refundable or transferable
If you reschedule hot air ballooning, attend the jetboat tour before the rescheduled date, and subsequently decide to cancel the balloon ride within the acceptable cancellation timeframe, a refund is available. However, the regular retail price of the jetboat tour will be deducted from this refund
Children under 3 years old cannot participate
Children 3 - 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult
Jetboat requires children to be 1.1 meters tall
Children aged 13-17 years old can travel on the balloon flight by themselves but must be accompanied by a responsible adult for the duration of the tour
You must be able to climb up the 1.2-meter foothold ladder into the hot air balloon basket without assistance
You must be able to stand for the duration of the flight
Pregnant women and those who participated in diving the previous day are not suited to this activity
Passengers with medical conditions or who have accessibility issues, please check with your doctor or specialist before booking
At no time will a passenger be allowed to fly if their judgment is impaired by alcohol, drugs, or prescription medicine
Due to weight and safety restrictions, handbags and backpacks may not be carried on the hot air balloon, please do not bring large bags
Unless the camera fails, digital photos will be provided on every flight. If the camera fails, no compensation or refund will be given
Please note that the timings might be adjusted due to seasonal changes, and the specific schedule is subject to the reservation confirmation you received
Following the Jet Boat ride, please make your own way back to your accommodation

Cancellation Policy

Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
Late arrivals or no-shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Booking Information

Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

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Hot Air Balloon Flight and Bad Fishy Jet Boating - Cairns

Highlights

What you can expect