A birthday hot air balloon safari turns a milestone into a morning everyone can share. A milestone birthday is a chance to do something the guest of honour will talk about long after the candles have been blown out. For those who would rather share an experience than add another present to the shelf, a sunrise hot air balloon safari makes a compelling choice.
At Bill Harrop’s “Original” Balloon Safaris, the morning begins at our private launch site in the Magalies River Valley, near Hartbeespoort. There is time for a hot drink and a close-up view of the crew preparing the balloons before the flight begins.
Make the morning the occasion
Once airborne, the pace changes. The basket travels with the wind, so no two flights follow precisely the same route. The birthday guest can take in the valley as the sun rises, with friends, family or a partner alongside them.
The experience continues after landing with sparkling wine and orange juice, followed by a buffet breakfast at our Clubhouse Pavilion. With approximately an hour in the air and three to four hours for the full morning, there is plenty to enjoy together before the rest of the day begins.
Celebrating together?
A shared flight works well for a couple or a small party. If you are hoping to bring a larger group, let our Reservations team know how many people you have in mind. They can advise on the available options, taking the flight date and passenger requirements into account.
It is also worth telling the team that you are celebrating a birthday when you enquire. They can help you plan the booking around the occasion, particularly if guests are travelling from different places to join the flight.
Give the birthday guest something to look forward to
If choosing a date together is part of the surprise, you can enquire about a personalised gift voucher letter instead. The voucher is supplied as a PDF, so you can print it and present it in your own way.
All balloon flights depend on suitable weather conditions, and advance booking is recommended for weekends and popular dates. If you have a particular birthday morning in mind, enquire early so our team can discuss availability with you.
Planning a milestone birthday? Explore our Magalies River Valley balloon safari or contact Reservations with your preferred date and number of guests.
Making a day of it? Explore South African Tourism’s ideas for a Hartbeespoort day trip.
Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to welcoming you on board.
