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Barossa Balloon Adventures invites you to come and share in our passion for hot air ballooning over the Barossa Valley. Imagine the feeling of a dream-like experience, floating above the lands, looking down on the Earth below, in complete awe. Experience the peace and beauty of floating over the South Australian country side as the sun is rising, glancing down at some of the most picturesque landscapes our beautiful country has to offer. Ballooning is one of the most breathtaking things you can do in your lifetime. For many it’s a dream, but it’s quite simple to make it a reality. Barossa Balloon Adventures is one of the longest running and most experienced hot air ballooning company in Australia. They run a number of different flight tours including flights over the Barossa Valley and the Murray River. The Barossa Valley is one of the most spectacular winery regions in Australia, and one of Australia’s premier ballooning locations. Balloon Adventures is one of the greatest sightseeing adventures In South Australia, and has been running for 30 years. Justin Stein, your pilot, has the most experience of flying the Barossa Valley region than any pilot in Australia. His in-depth knowledge of the topography and localised weather means he can skilfully choose your flight path to capture the best views the Barossa has to offer. The picturesque Langmeil Winery is where your adventure begins and ends. This historic winery is home to the original blacksmith, bakery and butcher shop established in Tanunda in 1843. The vineyard surrounding the winery is believed to be one of the oldest known surviving Shiraz vineyards in the world. The Barossa tour ends with a delicious gourmet breakfast back at the winery, where you can relax and reflect on the mornings events, whilst sipping Langmeil sparkling wine while indulging in the best Barossa produce available. If you’re planning a visit to the region, there’s no better way to see it, than by balloon. http://balloonadventures.com.au [email protected]