Ballooning in the Basque Country.

Ballooning in Euskadi, an unforgettable experience.

Ballooning in Euskadi is one of those experiences that are not easily forgotten. No wonder. There are no words to describe what it feels like to take to the skies and touch the clouds. A small adventure, which, guided by Joseba and his team, takes us to cross the skies of the Basque Country with the help of the air currents. And is that these balloon rides in Euskadi allow us to see places like the Salto del Nervión or Valderejo Natural Park from a bird’s eye view. Impressive. A real spectacle.

It is time to enjoy the idyllic landscapes that hide the Basque mountains, it is time to record in our minds those panoramic views and those sensations that we feel when flying for the first time. After enjoying the flight, after enjoying a toast with a cava or a txakoli, we will enjoy a good hamaiketako (11 o’clock lunch in Basque). All a detail that makes complete this beautiful experience in the interior of the Basque Country. Ready to fly in a balloon in the Basque Country?

Going up in a balloon for the first time is an experience difficult to describe. We recommend you to live this experience in first person to enjoy one of the most demanded activities in Euskadi.

Human beings have always wanted to fly. To feel the wind in the face, to enjoy the tranquility of the sky, to touch the clouds with their hands… in short, to feel free. That feeling of freedom is what attracts many people who decide to fly in a balloon for the first time in the Basque Country. A unique sensation that together with the incredible views that this experience gives us are the reasons most argued by the people who book their balloon flight with us. And you? Why do you want to fly in a balloon in Euskadi?

Ballooning areas in the Basque Country.

In the Basque Country and surroundings we have 3 main flying areas: Orduña, Valdegovia and Medina de Pomar. But it is not always possible to fly from any of them. And is that the balloon rides depend entirely on the weather conditions that occur in each of these points. It is for this reason that Joseba and his team of pilots will specify the location from where we will fly 48 hours in advance. In any case, we must arrive by our own means at the meeting point provided. From there, we will be taken by 4×4 to the take-off point. Depending on the flight zone we could enjoy some of the following places of interest:

Ballooning in Bizkaia.

The province of Bizkaia has a luxury take-off area. It is the only city in the province, Orduña. An urban center that encourages us to enjoy its incredible natural environment, its architectural heritage and its gastronomy after an incredible balloon ride. Sounds good doesn’t it? From the air we will have the opportunity to contemplate the Salto del Nervión, the highest waterfall in the whole peninsula, next to the always imposing Sierra Salvada, Gorobel Mendilerroa in Basque. This mountainous massif extends over 20 km offering an incredible backdrop. Undoubtedly, ballooning in Bizkaia, in this case in Orduña, is a marvel.

Ballooning in Araba.

Valdegovía Gaubea is the enclave used in the province of Araba to fly in balloon. More specifically the small town of Espejo. A space of great natural wealth from where we will begin a very special adventure. If you do not know this area of Euskadi it can be a great opportunity to do so. The Valderejo Natural Park is one of those natural spaces that you fall in love with at first sight. An enclave in which the gorge of the river Purón and the forests that surround it represent some of the greatest attractions of the area.

Price balloon flight in Euskadi.

The rates for ballooning in the Basque Country are divided into 2 sections: individual prices and prices for exclusive flights. Although most of the reservations are made to fly with other people, there is the possibility of booking an exclusive trip for 2 people. In any case, the experience is really amazing. Here is a brief summary of the rates:

It is important to note that during the week it is necessary to have a reservation of more than 5 people to be able to fly. In case you want to book the balloon ride on a weekday, we advise you to contact us through our contact form. We will get back to you as soon as possible. All types of reservations include flight for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, a glass of cava or txakoli, lunch, certificate, insurance and 4×4 transport.

Give balloon rides as a gift.

A balloon ride in Euskadi can be one of the most original and striking gifts that exist today. A detail with which to conquer that restless and adventurous person you have in mind. A nice gift to celebrate a birthday, an anniversary, a wedding or any other important moment in your lives. Remember that you can buy your balloon flight in Euskadi from here.

Duration of balloon flight in Euskadi.

Regardless of the space we fly over, the flight lasts approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. And we emphasize this fact because although the experience of flying in a balloon takes us practically the whole morning, that is the time we will be in the air. The rest of the time we will invest in takeoff, landing and lunch among others. And believe it or not, moments like the balloon inflation or the typical group photo inside the balloon are classic moments that can not miss in any balloon ride.

Book a balloon flight in Euskadi.

You can book your balloon flight in Euskadi from our reservation center, from here. Of course, you must keep in mind that although the reservation has a date, it is not always possible to fly, so we must wait for confirmation of the possibility of flying for it to be a firm reservation. Once our reservation has been confirmed, we must wait 48 hours before the flight to receive confirmation of the best space for the flight. As we have already mentioned, it can be: Orduña, Valdegovía or Medina de pomar. In any case, the experience will be simply amazing. Highly recommended.

Balloon flights for companies and groups.

If you want to organize a group flight or a company event, know that there is the possibility of renting these hot air balloons exclusively. Thanks to the fleet of balloons that we have in Euskadi, it is possible to organize 100% personalized events. If you are interested in this kind of services we recommend you to contact us through our contact form. Together we will shape a unique, different and original event.

Recommendations and frequently asked questions.

Before flying a balloon for the first time, we believe it is important to make a series of recommendations. In the same way, we believe it is convenient to answer the most frequently asked questions that you ask us before flying. We hope you find them helpful.

Best time to fly in a balloon in the Basque Country.

Each season of the year offers the visitor a completely different vision than the rest of the year. Neither worse nor better, just different. That is why the best time to fly in a balloon in Euskadi depends on the tastes of each one. Each of the flight zones that we present in this article change completely in each season, offering totally different landscapes. Although many people wait for the summer to enjoy their balloon flight in Euskadi, we have to point out that spring, autumn and winter are also good times to do it.

How does a hot air balloon work?

Hot air balloons are composed of 3 main elements that can be seen with the naked eye: the sail, the burners and the basket. All these components have a very precise task and characteristics. We are going to describe in detail all the elements that make up hot air balloons in the following lines. Attention!

These are the most important parts of a balloon, but there are more. Examples are the suspension ropes, the parachute, the opening rope, the different flight instruments and many other utensils that, for Joseba and his crew, are essential to be able to pilot this huge mass of air. Perhaps now it is easier to understand why the flights take place early in the morning. It is not a whim. We are totally dependent on the air temperature to take off. First thing in the morning, before dawn, the atmosphere and the ground have cooler temperatures that allow us to fly with greater peace of mind since the wind is usually smoother and more constant.

History of the hot air balloon.

In 1783, the first official flight with people on board took place. It was in a balloon, in Paris. The brothers Joseph and Étienne de Montgolfier were the ones who built that first balloon that after flying over the city for more than 20 minutes landed on the outskirts of the capital of France without any mishap. Logically, the hot air balloon changed the way of understanding the world, considering it one of the most important inventions of that time.

Ballooning company in Euskadi.

In the Basque Country there are very few companies dedicated to balloon rides. In fact, we could count them on the fingers of one hand. In our case, we collaborate with Globos Estratos, a company that has been offering balloon rides all over the Basque Country since the early 80s. More than 30 years of experience and 3,000 flights are their guarantee. A sporting and professional curriculum difficult to reach. Joseba and his team put quality and safety before any other aspect. A premise that has led them to make their passion their profession. Globos Estratos is a company authorized by AESA (State Agency of Aerial Safety) to carry out tourist flights, advertising and aerial photography. A pioneer company that takes care of all those who fly with them.

Video of balloon flight in Euskadi.

As usual, we wanted to complement the words and pictures of this article with a short video. We hope it will help you to get a more realistic idea of what awaits you on your balloon ride in Euskadi. We encourage you to subscribe to our YouTube channel, we are sure you will find many other experiences and destinations for your trip to Euskal Herria.

As you have seen, ballooning in Euskadi is one of the most demanded experiences in our reservation center. A high altitude activity for everyone. We encourage you to use the comment system that you will find below these lines to send us your opinions and suggestions. We will try to respond as soon as possible. Ondo pass!