Group hot air balloon ride over the Sabina hills
Highlights
- Experience the thrill of a hot-air balloon flight and let the wind carry you over the skies of the Roman countryside.
- Admire from above the course of the Tiber, the medieval villages and the remains of the archaeological site of Otricoli.
- Fly in serenity, capture the most beautiful landscapes and enjoy a tasty aperitif on landing.
Your guide
We were established in 2010 and since then we have become one of the most important realities in Italy for hot air balloon flights. Being an ENAC-recognised operator, we guarantee the qualification of our pilots and the safety of the means used to accompany you in the wonderful experience of ballooning.
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Full description
Experience the thrill of a hot-air balloon flight over the Sabina hills, in the Lazio hinterland. A very pleasant trip that will allow you to admire from above the millenary ruins of Roman archaeological sites, and then continue towards the Tiber river and the countryside surrounding the capital.
Flying in a hot-air balloon is anextraordinary experience, to be enjoyed at least once in one's life to discover the pleasure of being carried by the wind aboard the wicker basket and look out over the world from a new perspective, experiencing the incredible sensation of 'floating' in the air.
The ground crew and experienced pilots will give you an unforgettable moment, to be enjoyed to the full without any worries other than capturing the most beautiful views. You will be amazed!
What we will do
We will meet in Otricoli, not far from Magliano Sabina (RI), where the crew will welcome us and give us all the necessary instructions for the flight. When the air inside the balloon is hot, we will take to the air and fly over the Otricoli area, a town that from the top of a hill dominates thearchaeological area below.
This area was inhabited by pre-Roman populations and preserves constructions from different eras, such as the fascinating medieval walls. We will fly over the Tiber and admire the pretty villages from above, with the lush Roman countryside providing the backdrop for the duration of the trip.
We will fly early in the morning to take advantage of the best wind conditions. After landing, the staff will offer us an aperitif of wine, cold meats and cheeses typical of the area. It will be a fun occasion to perform the ritual of the 'baptism of flight', complete with a certificate signed by the pilot. At the end, the staff will take us back to the meeting point.
The activity lasts between 3 and 4 hours, including 1 hour of actual flight time.
Who it is aimed at
This activity is at an easy level and open to everyone from 8 years old and up. No prerequisites are required. The only restrictions are for pregnant women and those with walking limitations.
Other information
The experience is generally available from mid-March to mid-November on the dates indicated in the calendar (continuously updated).
Attention! Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time of the activity.
Persons weighing over 115 kg are required to pay a surcharge of 50% of the fee. Please contact us privately for more information.
Prices vary by week and weekend as follows:
- Monday to Friday: €229
- weekends (and public holidays): 249€
Dogs are not allowed on board the hot air balloon.
The day before the activity you will receive a message from the pilot confirming the flight and the exact meeting time.
Recommended clothing
Seasonal layered sportswear and comfortable shoes (no sandals and heels)
Don't forget to bring
- hat
- water bottle
- camera
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid 12 months from the date of purchase
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Choose your preferred date
Get in touch with the guide with the contact details on the voucher and choose the day for the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Magliano Sabina, Rieti
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed date reservation and the weather conditions are not suitable for the safe conduct of the activity (in the expert opinion of the guide), you will be refunded the full amount paid. The guide may suggest an alternative date or time for you to conduct the activity. You can freely choose whether or not to accept these proposals. If you can’t retrieve it, we will process a full refund! If you have set the date for your Gift Voucher and bad weather did not allow the activity to take place, the Voucher remains regularly valid until the expiration date indicated on it.
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is moderate. You get a full refund if you cancel within 8 days from the activity start date. Within 7 and 5 days from the activity start date you will get a 50% refund. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
On Freedome, you can pay with any rechargeable credit card or prepaid card (including Postepay) from Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB networks. We also accept debit cards enabled for online payments. You can also use the digital wallets Apple Pay and Google Pay.
