Jaipur Countryside Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

This early-morning ride starts with pickup from your hotel or another address in Jaipur; the exact pickup time is confirmed after booking, and you should be ready at least 15 minutes before it. You are driven about 45 minutes to that morning’s launch site in the countryside, and the vehicle may stop for other guests on the way. Light refreshments are served before take-off, and the crew gives a safety briefing. You then spend about 60 minutes in the air in a shared balloon, which carries from about 6 up to 24 guests; you cannot choose the size. The pilots are internationally certified. The wind sets the route, so no sight is promised, but you may drift over fields, villages and rolling hills as the sun comes up, and flights often launch in the countryside around Samode, depending on the wind. After landing you receive a first-flight certificate, and the drive back to Jaipur takes about an hour, so plan on about 4 hours in total. The price is from US$314 (USD) per person, and sunrise flights run from September to April. The minimum age is 5. No weight limit is stated, but guests are placed in balloons by weight. The ride is not suitable for pregnant women, people with heart problems or wheelchair users, and you need to be able to stand for about an hour. Bring sunglasses, a camera and comfortable layers, and wear flat, closed shoes; skirts and saris make climbing into the basket difficult. There are no toilets where the balloons take off. Pets, smoking, drones and alcohol are not allowed. Cancel up to 24 hours before for a full refund. If weather cancels the flight, you get a full refund or can rebook. Live prices are shown when you book. Read more about the Jaipur countryside and the flying area beyond it. This ride is listed on the Jaipur hub.