Hot Air Balloon Rides Mondovì

• Flying in a Hot Air Balloon, what you need to know before you fly
• Flying in Mondovì: the hot air balloon capital of Italy
• Hot air balloon festival in Mondovì: the International Balloon Meeting
• How much does it cost to fly in a hot air balloon in Mondovì?
• Gift a hot air balloon flight over Mondovi

Flying in a Hot Air Balloon, what you need to know before you fly

A hot air balloon is a means of transportation that uses the hot air present in the balloon to rise into the air. Each flight is unique and unrepeatable because the craft has neither a motor nor a rudder, but follows the currents without a clear destination. The pilot uses his experience and perfect knowledge of the winds to ensure scenic flights and safe landings.

After attending a short briefing on safety measures, passengers settle into the wicker basket, ready to take flight. A hot air balloon flight takes about 1 hour and is a suitable experience for everyone. You only need to be in good health and have no lower limb issues since you travel standing up in the basket. The activity is not recommended for pregnant women and pacemaker wearers.

Flying in Mondovì: the hot air balloon capital of Italy

Mondovì is the hot air balloon capital of Italy because of its excellent flying conditions and almost always favorable winds. During the tour, you can fly over the ancient village perched on the hill and follow the course of the Tanaro River among the gentle slopes of the Piedmont hills.

Mondovì‘s skies offer striking views of the colorful Langhe landscapes with the fields and vineyards that have made this area famous for wine production. As you rise in altitude, you can see the high peaks of the Alps, the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines and, on clear days, even in the Ligurian Sea.

Hot air balloon festival in Mondovi: the International Balloon Meeting

Every year, numerous hot air balloon champions and enthusiasts gather from all over Europe to participate in the International Balloon Meeting. Before the start, spectators watch the pilots and ground crew prepare the aircrafts by inflating the balloons with large flames.

One of the main attractions of this festival are the special hot air balloons, majestic balloons with extravagant shapes that are very popular with the public, especially children. At the last hot air balloon meeting in Mondovì in 2020 as many as 30 balloons filled the sky with color, creating an incredible show.

How much does it cost to fly in a hot air balloon in Mondovì?

To fly in a hot air balloon in Mondovì, there are two available options: group flight and private flight. With a private flight, you can reserve the hot air balloon for you and your partner or for a small group of 3-5 people. With a group flight, on the other hand, you will do the activity together with other passengers.

Prices for group flights in Mondovì range from 195 to 225 euros, while private flights range from 399 to 495 euros per person. The price depends on the period and the offered services, such as an aperitif at the landing or taking videos and photos.

Gift a hot air balloon flight over Mondovì

Surprise someone special with an original gift and book a hot air balloon flight to celebrate a birthday, graduation, anniversary or any other occasion.
If you are looking for a special gift for your better half, you can reserve the entire basket and take advantage of some extra services to make the flight even more memorable. These include a high-altitude tasting for two and a musician who will accompany you during the flight to create the right atmosphere.