Aoraki Balloon Safaris

Tranquil * Romantic * Enthralling * Exciting. Well inland from the sea coast, the Methven location offers the freedom to utilise altitude, therefore we offer pristine fine day views of Mt Cook and entire 300km panorama of Canterbury Plains, (by Mt Hutt). This cannot be equalled anywhere. View the world's finest example of a braided river system, the Rakaia River. 5 hours enroute from Queenstown, and 1 hour southwest from Christchurch city. Meeting at daybreak your venture concludes with a buffet 'champagne-style' picnic breakfast in the farmer's field. A non-flying ground fare also available. Floating to wherever the breeze may take you. 'The Magical Sky Experience'. All major credit cards and EFTPOS accepted plus BarterCard, BBX and YHA card. Tariff: $295 per person, Thrifty $245 (conditions apply). Non-flying ground fare $40. Freephone: 0800 142 429 (NZ only).