What to expect
Your hot air balloon flight
We fly all year arounf from Praz sur Arly directly facing Mont Blanc. Go on an adventure and let yourself be carried by the winds aboard our gondolas during a soothing flight with extraordinary views.
How it works
Once you have purchased your tickets on our site or received them as a gift, you can select the desired flight date on our schedule.
After studying the weather conditions, our pilots will inform you by SMS the day before the flight whether it is confirmed or cancelled.
All our flights take place in the morning, with a meeting time between 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. depending on the season.
Be on time to make sure you don't miss your flight!
Getting the balloons ready
Once welcomed at our launch site, we will give you a safety briefing and your balloon will be ready in about twenty minutes.
The opportunity for you to enjoy this grandiose spectacle.
Less than 30 minutes after the meeting time, you will be boarded in our basket ready for take-off.
Make way for dreams and wonder
The balloon basket leaves the ground and you are immediately reassured by the gentleness and tranquility of this extraordinary means of transport.
The balloon gains altitude and quickly reaches 2000m with the Alpine landscapes appearing on the horizon.
Let yourself be guided by your pilot who points out the mountain ranges that you are contempla
Landing and back to reality
After about 1 hour of flight, flying at low altitude over the mountainous terrain, your pilot searches for the ideal terrain to land.
After having folded and put away the equipment, you enjoy a last moment with the crews around a glass of Champagne (*).
Finally, we take you back to the starting point aboard our vehicles and you leave with your head full of dreams.
* Alcohol is dangerous for your health, consume in moderation
In all four seasons, treat yourself to a moment of plenitude between 1500 and 2500 meters above sea level.
Set off on an unforgettable aerial journey through the most beautiful natural site in France.
In complete safety, supervised by our team of professional pilots, discover new landscapes depending on the altitude.
Travel to another dimension in the footsteps of Jules Verne.
Flights take place all year round except for the period from October 20 to mid-December.
Organize a memorable event for your employees or clients.
Take some height for your seminar or incentive operation.
Your guests will remember a breathtaking panorama of Mont Blanc.
Emotions and sensations guaranteed.
A dream accessible from 7 to 107 years old
Hot air ballooning is the most calming and peaceful form of air transportation available.
So, no feeling of vertigo, no jolts or sudden movements during the flight. You float weightlessly in a pod offering a 360-degree view.
Our activity does not require extraordinary physical conditions, only the standing position is required during the flight hour. We accept children from 7 years old, and this without age limit!
The hot air balloon that will amaze you
We'll quickly introduce you to the unusual machine you're going to fly in!
Hot air balloon envelope
Made of polyester and with a volume of 5000 m3, it contains hot air which allows you to rise into the air as if by magic!
Our Alpes-Montgolfière advert
So that onlookers who see us flying from below can call us to book their next flight.
Burners
Powered by propane gas, they allow the hot air contained in the balloon to be heated so as not to collapse. Can be used as a BBQ, but you have to watch the cooking.
Happy passengers
Admire the scenery and listen attentively to their pilot's crazy stories.
Experienced pilot
Obviously included in your flight for your safety!
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Passengers on board
Our small capacity baskets carry a maximum of 7 people, unlike the largest balloons in the region which carry 16 people per basket. This way, you can enjoy your flight in a more friendly atmosphere and guaranteed proximity with your pilot who will answer all your questions with passion.
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Hot air balloons in our fleet
We have 5 hot air balloons in our fleet that most of the time take off all at the same time. Guaranteed spectacle that allows for beautiful photos! This allows us to accommodate up to 32 people per flight, ideal for seminar or group activities.