Location: South Africa » Kwazulu Natal » Drakensberg » Central DrakensbergDrakensberg Hot air ballooningHot air ballooning in the Drakensberg and Natal Midlands SSA Hotairballooning operates hot air balloon flights on the edge of the Drakensberg mountains and the Natal Midlands in KwaZulu Natal South Africa. Take off is from various sites around the Kamberg Valley and Natal Midlands within sight of Giants Castle. You will meet approx 30 minutes before sunrise at your allotted hot air balloon launch site. Here your pilot will give you a safety brief. Once the hot air balloon is heated and your in! You will enjoy a flight of around an hour. After helping pack the balloon you will return to a location close to the take off point for an Alfresco breakfast and Champagne. What to wear when hot air ballooning? Casual outdoor clothes as if you are going for a walk in the country. Flat shoes, or even better Wellingtons or walking boots, especially in Summer and Autumn, when fields may be damp. Temperatures in the air are similar to those on the ground. Is there an age limit to hot air ballooning There is no upper age limit but hot air ballooning is an outdoor sport requiring a degree of agility. Its recommend that people should be fit enough to climb in and out of the balloon basket and to stand for about an hour. Partitioned balloon baskets are specially designed to ensure safety, comfort and a superb view. They are about 1.1 metres high, and have footholds to assist entry. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult on the balloon flight and should be tall enough to see over the basket sides! Time of day for your balloon flight Hot air balloon flights are made early morning. Expect to meet 30 minutes before sunrise itself. You will be informed of the meeting time when you make your hot air balloon flight booking. What is good ballooning weather For a successful hot air balloon flight light winds are required with no rain and good visibility. Costs of hot air ballooning All hot air balloon flights cost R1850 per person and include a champagne breakfast afterwards. There are also hot air balloon launchsites in other parts of South Africa including Kwa Zulu Natal, Mpumulanga and Gauteng. Accommodation in and around Central Drakensberg Hartford House accommodation in Central Drakensberg
Home to the family of the last prime minister of the Colony of Natal, Hartford House is situated on South Africa’s most famous thoroughbred farm near Giant’s Castle. Chosen by the Rulers of Dubai as the location for their priceless stalli... More
 Antbear Guest House accommodation in Central Drakensberg
The Antbear Guesthouse is a thatched, whitewashed cottage built high on a natural platform overlooking the Bushmans River and Giants Castle. This cottage is a bit off the beaten track and is more of an insider tip than just another bed and breakfast.... More
 Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse accommodation in Central Drakensberg
Having been one of the originators of the Country House movement in the 1980's, Richard and Mouse then travelled overseas working and absorbing the "foodie" world with a view to opening Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse - their intimate gour... More
 Wild Berry Guest Farm accommodation in Central Drakensberg
On the Giants Castle Rd. Wild Berry, set in the heart of the Drakensberg is a birdwatchers dream. An ideal base to discover the local attractions, explore the farm or enjoy a game of chess or have a quiet (romantic) break. A unique experience.Set in ... More
 Giant's Castle Camp (Giants Castle Game Reserve) accommodation in Central Drakensberg
Giant's Castle Game Reserve in the central region of the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park takes its name from the silhouette of the peaks and escarpment that resemble the profile of a sleeping giant. Wild flowers of the Drakensberg is the design them... More
 Silver Hill Lodge accommodation in Central Drakensberg
Silver Hill Lodge is situated in the beautiful Kamberg Valley, Central Drakensberg. It is a mere 35 minutes from Nottingham Road and Mooi River. The Little Berg mountain range, which includes Mount Cleopatra, Mount Erskine and Mount Lebanon prov... More
 Cathedral Peak Hotel accommodation in Central Drakensberg
Discover a paradise of fresh mountain air and exquisite surroundings. Cathedral Peak is renowned for its natural beauty and the award-winning hotel is one of South Africa's firm favourites.From its cosy setting in a quiet valley, visitors look ou... More
 Sycamore Avenue Treehouse Lodge accommodation in Central Drakensberg
Sycamore Avenue Treehouses are situated at Hidcote, between Mooi River and Estcourt, within sight of the Drakensberg. We have five eccentric and romantic ‘Treehouses’; all are made by hand from local woods by the ingenious sculptor Bruce ... More
 Kamberg (Kamberg Camp) accommodation in Central Drakensberg
Kamberg nestles in the foothills of the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park , its central position ideal for visits to many other well known Berg areas from Lotheni to Giants Castle. Kamberg is a delightful spot in it's own right with three attractive p... More
 Didima Camp (Cathedral Peak) accommodation in Central Drakensberg
Didima camp features 62 two-bed luxury chalets, 2 four-bed cabins, a two-bed honeymoon suite and a six-bed bungalow. Each of the two-bed chalets are back to back and an interleading door allows the two chalets to be converted into a four-bed family u... More
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