A hot air balloon ride in Catalonia means an hour of calm, silence and landscape from the air. At Camins de Vent we fly all over Catalonia and our expert pilots share the secrets of the area you fly over while you discover the magic of ballooning.
In this guide we explain where we fly, what is included, how long it lasts, the best season and how to book your flight.
Why take a hot air balloon ride in Catalonia
Few places offer such a variety of landscape from a balloon as Catalonia: plains, mountains, rivers and villages waking up below you. It is a calm and safe experience, ideal for a celebration, a gift or simply to treat yourself to a different morning.
Where we fly: flight areas in Catalonia
We fly all over Catalonia. You can choose the area or decide later. Some of our usual areas:
- Anoia (Igualada area, where our office is)
- El Bages
- Osona (Vic area)
- La Cerdanya
- The Empordà and the Costa Brava
- The province of Lleida
- El Pla de l'Estany (Banyoles)
See all the options on the flight areas page.
What the experience includes
Depending on the option, the balloon ride includes: a flight of approximately 60-75 minutes, a toast with cava and pastries on landing, a photo report, a flight diploma and a 4x4 return to the starting point. Higher options add a country breakfast with the pilot, your favourite photo printed, the balloon pin or a hotel night. There are shared, private, afternoon and VIP gastronomic flights; see them all and the current price on the booking page.
What the flight day is like and how long it lasts
The flight lasts between 60 and 75 minutes approximately; the full activity takes the morning (take-off, flight, landing, 4x4 pick-up and toast). Flights take place early in the morning: around 07:00 in summer and 08:00 in winter (approximate). Two days before you call to confirm the weather, the place and the meeting time.
The best time of year to fly
We fly all year round. Ballooning depends on the weather, so it is always confirmed two days before and, if necessary, a new date is arranged with no problem. In winter we also offer a private afternoon flight, one hour before sunset, in the province of Lleida.
Giving a balloon ride as a gift
A balloon ride is an original gift: perfect for a birthday, a romantic gift, a wedding or a marriage proposal. You don't need to set the date or the area: the person who receives it chooses. We send the personalised ticket by email, and you can also receive it at home or pick it up for free at our office in Igualada. The voucher is valid for 365 days from purchase.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the flight last?
About 60-75 minutes; the full activity takes the morning.
What time do you fly?
Early morning: ~07:00 in summer and ~08:00 in winter.
Do I have to choose date and area now?
No, you can leave them for later.
What if the weather is bad?
The weather is confirmed two days before; if needed, a new date is arranged.
How long is the gift voucher valid?
365 days from purchase.
Book your hot air balloon ride in Catalonia
Choose your experience and discover Catalonia from the air with Camins de Vent.
