Hot Air Balloon Rides in Portugal

Our hot air balloon rides in Portugal allow you to appreciate its wonderfully diverse landscape and intriguing towns from a whole new perspective. From the air you can see the rivers winding their way from the mountains through rolling plains and fertile farmland to the sea, admire the medieval towns with their labyrinth of streets, the whitewashed villages nestled amongst orchards of olive and orange trees and the seaside towns basking in the sun.

We offer hot air balloon rides throughout Portugal from Braganca in the north to Castro Verde in the south.

What's a hot air balloon ride like?

On one of our balloon rides in Portugal your day typically begins at around 8am when the crew carry out meteorological checks to ensure that the wind and weather conditions are perfect for your flight. A fan and burners are used to inflate the balloon to its full majestic size. Then its time to say goodbye to terra firma as your hot air balloon lifts up into the air. During the flight you can relax and enjoy the spectacular views and exhilarating sensation of flying. At the end of the flight its back to reality as the balloon glides gently down to a suitable landing spot but the pampering isn't over yet as there's still time to enjoy a glass of champagne with the pilot while the balloon is packed away.

People often imagine that a hot air balloon flight will be noisy and windy, when in fact it is the opposite! As you are moving with the wind you won't feel it on your skin, and only your conversation, the quiet whisper of the burner and the murmurs of the countryside need break the silence. The gentle pace of a balloon ride gives you time to take in the full beauty of the country below you, to take magnificent photos and to just unwind.

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Where you can fly?

Hot Air Balloon Rides near the Algarve

Castro Verde, Alentejo
We have currently had to suspend our flights in Albufeira. The launch spot nearest the Algarve is currently Castro Verde, a pretty rural town surrounded by oak woods and wide open pastures that are filled with flowers in spring. It is less than an hour's drive from many parts of the Algarve and will show you a very different side to the Portuguese landscape.

Hot Air Balloon Rides in Northern Portugal

Bragança is the capital of the rather romantically named region Trás-os-Montes (Behind the Mountains). As its name suggests the countryside is mountainous, wild and beautiful. This is one of Portugal's less well known regions but well worth a visit. Lose yourself in the breathtaking scenery of the natural parks, the cities bursting with history, the tiny isolated villages where life has changed little in generations and indulge yourself in the rich local food.

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Hot air Balloon Rides in the Alentejo,

Located south of the Tagus River, the Alentejo stretches from the unspoilt beaches of the Costa Azul over wide golden plains dotted with crooked olive trees, and embraces vineyards and cork oak forests before meeting the rugged hills of the Spanish border. The region is renowned for its history- a journey through the Alentejo can be a journey through the ages from Megalithic sites, Roman remains, Moorish ruins, Medieval castles and walled towns to Baroque palaces .

We offer hot air balloons in Castro Verde, Evora, Marvão, Sousal, Monforte, Elvas, Alter do Chao, Avis, Coruche, Estremoz and Fronteira.

Perched on a hilltop surveying the surrounding plains the ancient city of Evora is the capital of the Alto Alentejo. It's old city walls encircle a wide variety of architectural gems including romanic, gothic, manueline, mannerist and baroque buildings, palaces, an imposing cathedral, pretty squares and narrow winding streets.

Marvao is one of Portugal's most spectacular Medieval walled towns and a candidate for World Heritage status. On a steep and rocky escarpment little white houses nestle up to the 13th century castle and church. Outside the town the landscape has a wild and rugged beauty

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Sousal is a pretty sleepy town in the heart of the Alentejo popular for its bustling Saturday market, August festival and medieval battlegrounds.

The town of Monforte has a rich cultural and architectural heritage. It is also a great base for exploring the natural beauty and leafy countryside of the Ribeira Sacra region. The name means Sacred Riverbank and its historical importance is reflected in a wide variety of monuments dating from the middle ages onwards.

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The best way to appreciate the hill top town of Elvas is by air. This border town has been fortified repeatedly as wars waged between Moors and Christians and then between the new states of Spain and Portugal conflicts, particularly as it is located on a hill top. From the air it is possible to see more clearly the legacy of each age and also to spot some gems you might otherwise miss such the remains of an impressive aqueduct just outside the walls and the Arab arches that dot the old streets.

Alter do Chao was once where the Kings of Portugal bred the famous Lusitano horses and boasts an interesting castle whose courtyards flourish with orange and cypress trees.

Avis was founded in 1214 by the grand-master of the military Order of Avis. Legend has it that the castle was built in secret during the night, so that the Moors in the neighbourhood would not be alerted, and every morning the half built walls were hidden with branches. The castle and the order's huge monastery are now picturesque monuments. Avis sits between fertile fields of wheat, corn , vegetables and orchards and the parched plains of the South. The nearby Maranhão dam is a draw for watersports enthusiasts.

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The peaceful town of Coruche is in Portugal's agricultural heartland. Many of the local people still work in farming, cork production and horse breeding. So the area is characterised by fertile fields and cork forests. The areas also boasts two dams, interesting Roman remains, a medieval aqueduct and 17th century churches.

Estremoz is an ancient gated town, watched over by a 13th-century castle.The town was once an important base for the Portuguese army in it's 17th century battles against the Spanish. Now it enjoys a more peaceful existence surrounded by vineyards, oak groves and orchards

The elegant town of Fronteira is famous for its 16th/17th and 18th century architecture and azulejo (tiled) church.

Cost and Reservations

Hot air balloon rides in Portugal cost €195 per person and must be booked in advance. They are suitable for the whole family. We also offer VIP flights at €750 for two- ideal for romantic occasions or celebrations. Please contact us for more information

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