Unforgettable experiences with Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights – just 30 minutes’ drive west of Brisbane CBD.
Your Ballooning Adventure Awaits
Looking for an unforgettable experience to enjoy this summer – or the perfect Christmas gift? Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights offers boutique, owner-operated hot air balloon rides over the Greater Brisbane, Ipswich, Scenic Rim and Somerset regions.
Since 2001, every flight has been personally piloted by our Chief Pilot and owner Graeme Day, who brings over 33 years of ballooning expertise. Unlike larger operators, we welcome only a maximum of 10 passengers per flight per day, ensuring a more intimate, personalised and professional experience. Whether marking a special occasion, family gathering, ticking off a bucket-list dream, or simply exploring from above, this unforgettable ballooning experience captures the true magic of flight.
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Shared or Exclusive Flights – Your Choice
- Shared Flights –up to 10 passengers only on a boutique sunrise balloon flight.
- Exclusive Flights – Enjoy the ultimate private hot air balloon experience, perfect for couples, families, or special celebrations.
Whichever you choose, your flight will be a safe, memorable journey drifting serenely over city and countryside. From the air you can see incredible bird’s-eye views of Queensland’s oldest provincial city of Ipswich, the Great Dividing Range mountains, Brisbane’s skyline, the countryside of the Scenic Rim and Somerset and plenty more. Find out more about where we fly and what you can see here
What’s Included in Your Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flight?
We pride ourselves on offering a boutique ballooning experience that feels intimate, personal, and carefully crafted. Here’s what you can expect when you book with us:
- Meet the Chief Pilot and crew at the convenient meeting point in Ipswich, the Ipswich Visitor Information Centre carpark.
- Approximate 1-hour scenic balloon flight: Glide silently over Ipswich, Scenic Rim, and Somerset regions, transitioning from city views to lush countryside.
- Boutique flights with no more than 10 passengers: Enjoy a personalized and intimate atmosphere away from crowded tours.
- Pilot-led flights with Chief Pilot Graeme Day: Benefit from the expertise, safety, and stories of owner, operator & Chief pilot for every flight, with over 33 years’ experience.
- Personalized in-flight commentary: Learn about the landscapes, history, and ballooning itself while drifting over stunning terrain.
- Participate in balloon inflation & deflation (optional): Get involved and become a part of the magic of ballooning by helping with the setup and packing down of the balloon process, making it a hands-on part of the adventure.
- Restaurant breakfast after the flight: Savor a delicious breakfast to celebrate your flight and to round off your morning
- Transportation and free parking: We provide easy in-flight program transport to and from the meeting point, from launch to landing, plus free parking at the central meeting point.
- Personalized commemorative flight certificate: Take home a keepsake of your special adventure.
- Full insurance and GST included: Fly with confidence knowing all safety and legal requirements are met.
Your entire experience will take approximately 3 to 4 hours, allowing you to soak in every moment from pre-flight preparations to the celebratory breakfast.
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Celebrate This December & January Holiday Season
The holiday season is the perfect time to come together, celebrate and create lasting memories. A hot air balloon flight is an ideal activity for family reunions, Christmas gatherings, milestone celebrations or simply taking time to reflect.
December and January flights fill fast – secure your place now.
Early Bird Festive Season Flight Special: Use the code XMAS2025 for 10% off T & C apply.
Dates of Validity: Booked before 30 November 2025 for Flight dates between 1 December 2025 to 31 January 2026.
Christmas Gift Experience Vouchers
Struggling to find a meaningful gift? Celebrate your favourite person with a gift they’ll always remember. Our gift experience vouchers are the perfect Christmas present for your family, partner or friends. Floating Images Gift Experience Vouchers are more than a present – they’re an experience that transforms. Perfect for:
- Christmas gifts for family or friends
- Special celebrations or anniversaries
- Couples or families seeking a shared adventure
- Valid for 3 years – giving your loved ones flexibility
- Beautifully presented – ready to gift immediately
- Truly memorable – offering peace, joy, and inspiration
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How Ballooning Makes You Feel
A hot air balloon ride is unlike any other experience. As you float gently with the sunrise, you’ll feel:
- Calm & peaceful – drifting effortlessly above the world
- Inspired – a rare opportunity to reflect and reconnect
- Joyful – the thrill of adventure with moments of pure serenity
- Connected – sharing a once-in-a-lifetime memory with loved ones
Book or Gift Today
With over two decades flying the skies of Greater Brisbane, a maximum of 10 passengers per day, and the option of exclusive private flights, Floating Images offers the most personal hot air ballooning experience in the region.
Escape. Reflect. Celebrate.
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10 Reasons to Choose Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights
- Boutique, Owner-Operated Experience – Intimate flights with a maximum of 10 passengers, ensuring personalised, attentive service.
- Award-Winning Excellence – Proud recipient of the Best of Queensland award, recognised for exceptional tourism experiences 6 years running. Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights is one of only two hot air balloon operators in Queensland to hold Ecotourism Australia’s Sustainable Tourism Certification. This certification recognizes businesses that meet global best practices in environmental, cultural, and socio-economic sustainability.
- Expert Chief Pilot & Safety – Over 33 years’ experience, with all flights led by our Chief Pilot and owner, guaranteeing safety and professionalism and ensuring complete peace of mind.
- Stunning Greater Brisbane Views – Soar over Ipswich, Scenic Rim, Somerset, city scapes and suburban sprawl, patchwork farmlands, rivers, and mountains for breathtaking perspectives.
- Personal & Professional Service – Direct support from owners ensures flexible bookings, VIP requests, and seamless experiences.
- 5-star experience – Putting smiles on passengers’ faces is our priority – it’s part of the reason why we have a five-star TripAdvisor rating.
- Closest hot air balloon company to Brisbane – We’ve been operating in the South-East Queensland region for 24 years. Our meeting point is just a 30-minute drive from Brisbane CBD.
- Exclusive & Shared Flights Available – Choose a private adventure or share the experience with others in a small group.
- Memorable Holiday Experiences – Ideal for Christmas gifts, family gatherings & reunions, or exclusive flights for a magical, private celebration.
- Relaxing & Inspirational – Gently floating above landscapes allows guests to unwind and celebrate life from a new perspective.
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