{"id":6027,"date":"2019-10-29T14:44:46","date_gmt":"2019-10-29T09:14:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/minneriyasafari.com\/?post_type=product&p=6027"},"modified":"2023-03-24T16:40:02","modified_gmt":"2023-03-24T11:10:02","slug":"hot-air-ballooning-in-dambulla-sri-lanka","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/minneriyasafari.com\/product\/hot-air-ballooning-in-dambulla-sri-lanka\/","title":{"rendered":"Hot Air Ballooning Dambulla"},"content":{"rendered":"
There is \u201cMagic in the Air\u201d in the Cultural Triangle, what better way to see all that our beautiful countryside has to offer than with an early morning sunrise hot air balloon flight !\u00a0If you are lucky enough to visit the beautiful island of Sri Lanka then you should take the opportunity to see the wondrous sights from the air starting from Kandalama, Dambulla in the Cultural Triangle.<\/span><\/p>\n Wondered what it would be like to be a cloud ? Find out firsthand with an exciting hot air balloon ride by Sun Rise Ballooning. Not only will you experience the thrill of a wingless flight, but you will be able to see all of the area\u2019s great attractions and breathtaking views !<\/span><\/p>\n As you gently leave the bonds of earth, you will float effortlessly over jungles, lakes and waterways as day breaks with the awakening of wildlife and villagers waving as you fly over their homes and the colours of nature.<\/span><\/p>\n Flying over the jungle you may see elephants roaming freely, variety of birds, wild life, water buffaloes standing in the paddy fields and monkeys swinging from the trees.<\/span><\/p>\n After an exhilarating flight over the jungle you will be welcomed on landing by friendly villagers who are happy to meet and greet you. Your Pilot will toast the flight with a glass of champagne after which our transport will take you back to your hotel.<\/span><\/p>\n You will have the rest of the day to visit around Sigiriya, Habarana and include a safari at Minneriya or Kaudulla National Parks. (Not Include the Tour)<\/span><\/p>\n Include:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Exclude:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Flight information:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n November to April \u2013<\/strong>\u00a0Daily flights during the season weather permitting in the Cultural Triangle. Your Hot Air Balloon Flight is approximately one hour and it will take up to a maximum of 4 hours from the time of pick up ie: between 4.45am to 5.15 am depending on your location, to the time you are dropped off at your hotel after the flight.<\/span><\/p>\n Our normal launch site is in Kandalama, however, depending on the direction and speed of the winds, Pilots at their discretion, will change launch sites<\/span><\/p>\n Pick up points are:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>Habarana, Sigiriya, Dambulla and Kandalama<\/span><\/p>\n Season:<\/strong><\/span> Price:<\/strong><\/span> Minimum age of kids is 7 years old.<\/span> ** Call us for local rate and resident visa holder rate<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Hotel Pickup Times:\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Habarana & Sigiriya Area Hotels \u2013 4.45 Am However, times may differ from the location of the hotel to the launch site in\u00a0Kandalama.<\/span><\/p>\n * Free Pickup from above area hotels<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Departure Time Comments:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Departure Location:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n # Kandalama Launch area.<\/span><\/p>\n Return Location:<\/strong><\/span> The passenger capacity varies from the sizes of balloons, which is based more on weight and temperature than the number of passengers. Our balloons can carry from 8 \u2013 16 passengers per flight.<\/span><\/p>\n Dress casually and comfortably for the weather, it is a little warmer while the sun is out. We also recommend closed toe shoes to opened toe or high heeled shoes as we want to protect your feet just as much as the rest of you. A hat or cap to protect you from the heat of the burners.<\/span><\/p>\n We encourage families to participate in Hot Air Ballooning, however there are issues to consider before deciding to take your children. The sides of the basket are approximately 4\u2019 high, therefore, children who are not as tall will not enjoy the beautiful views and may get irritated. Adults are not permitted to hold or carry children during a flight.<\/span><\/p>\n A child under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.<\/span><\/p>\n Another fact to consider is, the burners directly above. We\u2019ve found that very young children, are often frightened by the noise of the burner. Because of these reasons and past experience, children under the age of 7 are not permitted to take the flight.<\/span><\/p>\n Pregnant mothers and guests taking medications must consult their physician before flying in a Hot Air Balloon.<\/span><\/p>\n Photographs:<\/strong><\/span> We normally reach between 500 and 2,500 feet high \u2013 and where allowed.<\/span> Afraid of heights (acrophobia)?<\/strong><\/span> Where do we land?<\/strong><\/span> The direction of the Hot Air Balloon cannot be controlled by steering as it travels only with the wind and at the speed of the wind. There are usually different wind directions at different altitudes, and by seeking out different wind currents a pilot can maneuver his balloon in several directions.<\/span><\/p>\n For safety reasons, balloonists generally prefer for the winds to be less than 10 mph and the clouds to be at least 2000\u2032 above the ground.<\/span><\/p>\n How far will we fly?<\/strong><\/span> After the landing?<\/strong><\/span> After each flight we commemorate the adventure with a Champagne Celebration.<\/span><\/p>\n About the Tour Operator:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Cancellation Policy:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Flights are dependent on good weather conditions. In case of flight cancellation due to bad weather conditions, full amount will be refunded. If you wish and we have availability, possible to attend next day\u2019s flight. On the other hand, if you want to cancel your Sri Lanka Balloon Flight, you can cancel it up to 5 days before the flight and you can get your payment back (except Gift Vouchers).<\/span><\/p>\n Additional Tour Information:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Tour Start :<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>6.00 AM<\/span><\/p>\n Meeting Point :<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Hotels in Habarana \/ Sigiriya \/ Dambulla & Kandalama<\/span><\/p>\n Vehicle Type : <\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Hot Air Baloon<\/span><\/strong><\/span>\u00a0(SIC)<\/span><\/p>\n Include:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0><\/span><\/strong><\/span>\u00a01 hour Balloon Flight Fees\u00a0<\/span>><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Celebratory Champagne & Juice \u2013 Water<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Hotel pickup & drop off<\/span><\/p>\n Not Include: <\/span><\/strong>Food & Drink, Additional fee for pickup out area<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1156,"template":"","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}}},"product_cat":[26],"product_tag":[97,99,98,100],"class_list":{"0":"post-6027","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-excursion","7":"product_tag-hot-air-ballooning","8":"product_tag-hot-air-ballooning-dambulla","9":"product_tag-hot-air-ballooning-sigiriya","10":"product_tag-hot-air-ballooning-sri-lanka","11":"desktop-align-left","12":"tablet-align-left","13":"mobile-align-left","15":"first","16":"instock","17":"sale","18":"shipping-taxable","19":"purchasable","20":"product-type-variable","21":"has-default-attributes"},"yoast_head":"\n\n
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\n<\/strong>2023 &\u00a0 2024 >\u00a0 20th October to end of April.<\/span><\/p>\n
\nAdult<\/strong> \u2013 260 USD Adult<\/span>
\nChild<\/strong> \u2013 205 USD (Ages 7 – 11 Year)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
\n* Teenagers under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult and kids under 7 years old and pregnant ladies will not be allowed to take the balloon flight.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/span>Dambulla Area Hotels \u2013 5.00 Am<\/span>
\nKandalama Area Hotels \u2013 5.15 Am<\/span><\/p>\n\n
\n<\/strong>Returns to original departure point<\/span><\/p>\nHot Air Balloon Capacity:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Hot Air Balloon d<\/span><\/strong>ress code: <\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
Can I take my children in\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Hot Air Balloon<\/strong><\/span>: <\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n
Can anyone fly in Hot Air Balloon: <\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
\nYou are most welcomed to bring in your still or video cameras aboard to take as much memorable pictures and videos to last a lifetime of your memorable sky safari over beautiful Sri Lanka !!<\/span><\/p>\nHow High Does The Hot Air Balloon Fly?\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
\nDo we fly on the same direction twice?<\/span>
\nWhere the hot air balloon flies is always in the direction of the wind and no two flights are the same.<\/span><\/p>\n
\nMany people who have a fear of heights or were just anxious about flying have realize it is not what they were expecting, there is no rocking or turbulence like on a plane. Why don\u2019t you give it a try and have a new experience.<\/span><\/p>\n
\nWish I had an answer for you on that one, but I don\u2019t! This is really a part of the excitement and adventure of ballooning! We might land in a large field or even someone\u2019s front yard !<\/span><\/p>\n
\nWell, that depends on the winds. Since we fly with the winds, if the wind is 2 mph, we will fly about 2 miles. If the wind is 8 mph, we will fly closer to 8 miles. You get the picture.<\/span><\/p>\n
\nWe go nowhere until our crew shows up to get us. Balloon chasing is a fun challenge and hopefully the chase will be there waiting for us, or will arrive shortly after we land to take you back to your place of pick up and to pack up the balloon. Your vehicle could also join in the fun with our chase team, if you wish!<\/span><\/p>\n\n
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