Methven-Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Flight: Soar up to 9500 ft Above Canterbury Plains

Experience the thrill of a Methven-Mt Hutt scenic hot air balloon flight, soaring up to 9500 ft above the picturesque Canterbury Plains. Enjoy panoramic views of the mountains and the Pacific Ocean.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Methven - There can be few finer places to take a balloon flight than New Zealand’s Canterbury Plains. We take off close to the foothills of Mt. Hutt, where the mountains provide excellent shelter from the prevailing North Westerly winds. We have unlimited airspace restrictions upto 9,500 ft which gives us fantastic views across the southern alps…
What's Included
  • Photos posted on Facebook or available upon request
  • Celebrate with a glass of Sparkling wine or fruit juice
Additional Information

Our expert pilots will transport you to an altitude of 9500 ft, giving you a breath-taking view of the Canterbury Plains. Witness the stunning panoramic scenes stretching from the mountains in the west to the Pacific Ocean in the east. Our launch point is the well-known base of Mt Hutt. The flight experience is nothing short of thrilling, as you soar…

Location
Recycling Station
Main Street
Methven town Centre Bus stop, in front of Methven Medical Centre
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(62 Ratings)
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Caitr_onac2025
Aug 11, 2025
Magnificent Methven - Unique experience on the Canterbury Plains! Incredible views of the Southern Alps. Our guide was very knowledgeable and reassuring- a safe pair of hands!
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Kerryf982
Jul 17, 2025
Fantastic flight - Amazing experience and a fantastic team very knowledgeable and experienced pilot,views like no other.What an amazing way to see methven area . Highly recommend.will be back again.
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Prashantunplugged
Jul 2, 2025
Great and wonderful experience in perfect conditions for flying - Wonderful experience today of flying in beautiful day at Methven…Whole family enjoyed each and every moment..Views were amazing and Graeme and team were amazing and super helpful
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Autumn_white
Apr 21, 2025
Phenomenal experience - a must do!! - What an incredible experience! Graham and his team were superb and made our first time ballooning so very special. Every aspect of this experience was perfectly managed from initial pick up, locating the appropriate spot to launch, safety considerations, in flight commentary on the area and not to mention a lovely glass of bubbles after landing. We cannot recommend Graham and his team highly enough for a stunning hot air balloon experience.
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402shitaln
Apr 17, 2025
unforgettable - Simply Amazing Experience and fantastic views. The flight was so peaceful and calm We all had great time together. I would recommend this to anyone who loves the scenic outdoors.
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Navigate60603076005
Mar 29, 2025
Methven Hot Air Balloon - What an amazing experience!! It had the most beautiful views. All the staff were so great with all their knowledge of the area. Thoroughly, thoroughly loved it!
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Wailuff91
Mar 29, 2025
Bucket list- Happy anniversary to us - This was a bucket list item for us and we are so glad we did it. Graham was so knowledgeable and easy to get on with. The crew were fantastic as well. Highly recommend the methven crew. Thank you so much
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Markus
Mar 25, 2025
A very relaxed & wonderful experience - not only because of the great photos!👍🏼 🔝 😎🍀 - Very well organized..., it was a great experience & Graeme a very safe experienced pilot!👌🏼🤓🍀 A MUST for every holidaymaker in good weather! Gladly again...! 👍🏼 LG / Markus
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Teresa_w
Apr 26, 2025
Methven hot air balloon ride - Amazing experience! A bit of waiting around beforehand and after as balloon is assembled and packed up. Nerve-racking and thrilling! Would recommend wearing a cap as the flame is really hot above your head.
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Donovan_o
Jun 26, 2025
Poor experience for what you pay. - You travel 30 minutes to your take off area. Then when you get there you have to walk throw a field full of cow dung. The operators of the business then expect the kindness of people to set up the whole balloon operation. It takes an hour to set this up all while walking and carrying things that are lying on the cow dung. The flight itself is wonderful. Then when landing it takes another hour to pack the balloon all away. All while carrying the deflated balloon lying in cow dung. Not once is a wet wipe or cloth offered to clients. We found our arms and legs having dung on them. We then have a 30 min trip back. So the whole flight is about an hour. For the price you pay We really don't expect to be helping to set up and break down the equipment.
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From $221
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).