Hot Air Ballooning at Augrabies is the latest adventure product to reach this remote outpost in the Northern Cape. A real authentic adventure.
Our local Kalahari Ballooning website is at www.kalahariballooning.yolasite.com
At last, Hot Air Ballooning SA has a permanent Kalahari Ballooning operation at Augrabies. Here is the outline and a review on the flight.
We have been asked if we fly over the Falls. Ballooning is a variable science and Park regulations limit our manouverability. We do not usually fly directly over the falls but launch about 8km's upstream and on about half of the flights, pass close enough to ensure stunning views of the Orange River, the Blouputs Valley, Riemvasmaak and the Namib skyline.
Some days we head upstream and have landed behind Lutzville and over, past Bobbejannkrans and Neusberg and land near Warmsand on the Keimoes road.
Flights last about an hour, the whole process takes 3 to 4 hours, depending on the destination.
Our current special introductory offer is R6000 for the flight for 2 or 3 adults or a family of 4 (Two adults, two teens) (Weight limit 300kg)
Sport flying is also available where more interesting flight or those of a longer duration can be arranged.
Flights are from our Hot Air Balloon launchfield, on the edge of the Augrabies Village, 10km's from the falls. 30 minutes before sunrise is check-in time dressed in natural fabric outdoor clothes and sturdy shoes. We might have to walk back to the road.
