Looking for a hectic activity to enjoy with the family? How about letting yourself be tempted by a hot air balloon flight? For a long time, you will fly over the ground discovering breathtaking landscapes. Memorable experience, 100% guaranteed!
Long considered an inaccessible activity, family hot-air ballooning is gaining ground and becoming more democratic. Indeed, the services are growing. In addition to family outings, this experience can be enjoyed with friends or colleagues on the occasion of a special event or a birthday. But before deciding to take off, certain information is to be known. Already, be aware that children under the age of 10 generally cannot practice, because it is not certain that they will be able to last an hour admiring the landscape.
Pregnant women, people with prostheses or who have medical contraindications also cannot enjoy this experience. Before leaving the house, remember to make your tribe wear the right outfits. Casual clothes with a sweater and a vest are recommended without forgetting the hat. Prefer flat shoes to high heels. Another thing:hot air balloon flights only take place between mid-April and mid-October. Stable wind conditions are necessary for the flight to go smoothly. This stability appears at sunrise and sunset, which is why the walks only start between 6 a.m. and 7 a.m. and between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. And don't forget to bring a camera or camcorder to capture the trip.
On the big day, you reach the take-off location with your family. In principle, the place is not close to dwellings and obstacles that may hinder the inflation of the balloon. The land will be communicated to you a few days before departure. It must be grassy and cover at least 100 m².
Regarding the flight, it lasts one hour. However, you should allow at least three hours which includes the inflation of the balloon, the flight, the balloonist's toast which takes place after landing and then the drive back.
Now that the hot air balloon is ready, it's time to take to the skies. During the flight, you will not feel dizzy, because you have no contact with the ground. The pilot modifies the heading of the balloon and manages the speed so that the quality of the experience is at its peak. On the ground, a team follows the route and remains in constant communication with the pilot.
After 60 minutes, it is time to initiate the landing. The pilot chooses the best place that is accessible by car, but must not contain animals or be cultivated. This landing place is not always known in advance. Once the hot air balloon has landed, the valve is opened to let the air escape. The team is already waiting for you on site to pick you up. She takes care of deflating the balloon and putting it away. Most service providers offer a balloonist's toast after each flight, just to celebrate this great experience with dignity.
