Traveling in a balloon is a unique experience that we recommend to all audiences. And it is that everything that entails is worth it: seeing the process of inflating the balloon, the smooth takeoff, the relaxing flight, the feeling of peace when landing, the possibility of contemplating the landscape in a unique way, the emotion and the adrenaline of the height and the suspension in the air …
Any place is good for a balloon ride, but the truth is that in some corners of the world the experience can be even more amazing. Today at Vuela Viajes we want to tell you about 10 of the best corners of the planet to travel by balloon. Would you like to join us?
Cappadocia, Turkey
How could it be otherwise, let’s start by talking about Cappadocia, a historical region of Turkey, considered by many to be the best place in the world to travel by balloon. And we are talking about one of the most beautiful landscapes in the world.
Masai Mara, Kenya
It is also worth flying in a balloon in the Masai Mara Reserve, Kenya, one of the best places to go on safari. Although you will be able to observe wildlife throughout the year, it is best to do this excursion between July and October.
Serengeti, Tanzania
We are still in Africa to tell you about the Serengeti National Park, which is located in Tanzania. If you have the possibility to travel to this place, do not hesitate to take a balloon ride. You will be able to see lions, hippos and giraffes, among many other animals , from the air.
Albuquerque, United States
We change continents to tell you about Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States), where every year the Albuquerque International Balloon Festival is held, which is considered the largest balloon festival in the world. The event lasts nine days and around 500 balloons participate.
Colorado Springs, United States
We continue in the United States to talk about Colorado Springs, a city in Colorado where the Colorado Ballon Clasic is held every year, a festival in which funds are raised for charities. In addition to enjoying balloon rides, you can attend concerts, photography contests, buy typical products …
Queenstown, New Zealand
One of the many activities that you can do in Queenstown, New Zealand, is to take a balloon ride. You will be able to contemplate the landscapes of Middle-earth from "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" from the air. In addition, here you can explore lakes and fjords, climb, ski, go mountain biking …
Wadi Rum, Jordan
Another place worth seeing from the air is Wadi Rum, in Jordan. The landscape of this desert seems unreal, with gorges and sandbanks the color of rust. Of course, it is important to bear in mind that the balloons leave very few days a year because of the wind, and always at 6 in the morning.
Bagan, Myanmar
We also want to recommend that you fly in a balloon over the temples of Bagan, Burma (Myanmar). This experience will allow you to contemplate the more than two thousand temples that have survived to this day, as well as towers, pagodas and Buddha statues.
Tuscany, Italy
Of course, in Europe there are also many corners where ballooning is really worth it. Without a doubt, one of them is Tuscany, the most beautiful region in Italy, which is home to charming cities and towns, as well as amazing landscapes.
Château d’Oex, Switzerland
Finally, we want to recommend you to fly in a balloon over Château d’Oex, Switzerland. Thanks to this experience, you will be able to contemplate from the air villages of fairy tales and the snow – capped peaks of the Alps.