A bit about Oudtshoorn Ballooning ...
 We are a licensed Air Transport Service ...
Our Class II [chartering] air service number is : N606D ...
Our Class III [advertising] air service number is : N606D ...
We are authorised to operate an Air Service [balloons] in accordance with the approved operations manual, and the provisions of the Air Services Licensing Act 1990 [Act no 74 of 1962], and the Civil Aviation Offences Act 1972 [Act N.10 of 1972] ...
Oudtshoorn Ballooning is fully insured for third party liability [R2,500,000] - and for passenger liability to a value of R1,000,000 per person ...
Our Balloons are inspected and maintained in accordance with the rules and regulations of the abovementioned authority, at all times ...
There are seven commercial balloon flight operations in South Africa. Balloon Drifters Are experienced and our pilots are fully qualified and licenced by the South African Civil Aviation Authority [CAA]. We hold a current Operations Certificate as issued by CAA in December 2001. Copies are available on request ...
Our Fleet ... - at present consist of two Balloons. For groups between four and six passengers we use our 160,000 cubic feet capacity balloon. A smaller version at
[70,000 cubic feet capacity] is mainly used for training purposes ...
Experience - the unique sensation of Hot Air Ballooning in the Klein Karoo. Drifting on a gentle breeze, you will enjoy a sense of peace and tranquility; Enjoying the panoramic view of Oudtshoorn and the majestic Swartberg Mountain range, which will stay with you forever...
Balloon Flights, enjoyable by all... - It requires no special effort or training other than rising a little earlier than usual for some; to meet early-morning at the launch site. While you enjoy a cup - we prepare the Balloon for the flight.
Shortly before sunrise, and the pre-flight briefing, you will join the pilot in the basket for take-off. Your adventure begins when we gently rise and float away in the crisp morning breeze! After landing the retrieve crew will meet us and whisk you off to a sumptuous breakfast.
Requirements for an enjoyable flight requires ...
The payment of half the flight fee in advance - see the "rates" page ...
The passenger's name, weight, id or passport number ...
A contact phone number (preferably cell) - for incliment weather notification ...
Details of special or preferred beverage and breakfast requirements ...
Details of requirements for special occasions ...
What should I wear? - Whatever you feel comfortable in. Preferably casual clothing like jeans or slacks and for landing, flat sturdy shoes. Avoid woolen socks to prevent annoying plants and seed sticking to your feet. Don't wear nylon - Thin layers of clothing in natural fibres are preferable to bulky items such as a Parka. It is normally only cold on the ground, before take-off, due to the time of day ...
Leave bulky handbags or grips locked in your car. Bring your camera and binoculars. We recommend a cap or floppy hat to shield your head from the heat of the burners ...
Oudtshoorn Ballooning sells corporate wear like caps and T-shirts, so you can remember the experience. Take some home for your family - makes great presents. Companies can order their own logo's embroidered on item, and use them for marketing purposes ...
We arrange flights most anywhere, to suit specific requirements. We have a base in Gauteng - from where we run flights in the Magaliesberg Valley, Cullinan, Pretoria and Johannesburg areas ...
Can the "in-experienced" do this? - Most definitely! Ballooning is a "gentle adventure" suitable for anyone. You do however need to inform us if you have a physical condition which may require special care. We can make the necessary arrangements to assist you with most ailments. Motion sickness sufferers are advised to discuss the flying details before embarking on a flight. We do not normally allow ladies to fly, if pregnant. Passengers must be able to jump from a height of 60cm and be capable of standing for the duration of the flight ...
Am I to old or to young? - If you feel adventurous enough to want to fly in a balloon, then you are not too old or to young to do so - providing you can stand during the flight, and see over the edge of the basket. we will be more than happy to fly you - If you are of average fitness and mobility. Children are welcome to fly - at reduced rates. Children under the age of 8 years must be taller than 1,2 meters, in order to see over the edge of the basket. Children under the age of 12 must be in the company of their parents or gaurdian ...
I suffer from a height phobia? - Suspended beneath the balloon in a wicker basket is totally different from standing on a cliff or roof of tall buildings. You normally feel no wind in a balloon, and in between the firing of the burner, peace and tranquility combine to give the impression that you are not moving at all. From experience; even the most nervous soon relax and thoroughly enjoy the flight ...
Flights can be arranged anywhere to suit your specific needs. We have a base in Gauteng, from where we offer flights in the Magaliesberg Valley, Cullinan, Pretoria and Johannesburg.
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