Hot Air Ballooning

Hot Air Ballooning which is an amazing experience is headed by Sunrise Nepal (Pty)Ltd, with daily flights starting the first week in October all the way through to the last week of April. However, Nepal’s climate is ever changing, therefore it all depends on weather conditions. With this in mind it may be advantageous to get confirmation as to the best time to go hot air ballooning in Nepal and base your holiday accordingly. However, it may be essential to do this closer to the date you wish to leave, so as to have a realistic forecast of weather conditions. Nonetheless, Hot air ballooning should rather be kept as a flexible event should you wish to avoid disappointment.

Some interesting points to note: There is no age limit for hot air ballooning, however, a moderate fitness level is still necessary as you will need to stand the duration of the flight and after landing you may also be required to amble through paddocks. Small children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Bear in mind the walls of the baskets are about four feet in height, making it difficult for children to see over. If you’re wondering what you should wear, it is best to base clothing choices according to what would have been worn if you had decided on hiking, therefore it includes sunglasses, cap, gloves and boots or a strong pair of shoes. Lastly never assume you have enough memory or film in your camera always take more than less, you’ll never forgive yourself when you have to let an awe inspiring view pass you by.