Last Updated: July 22, 2019 Nidhi Singh
Isn’t it just amazing to get a bird’s-eye view of the place which you are travelling? Luckily we do have the chance to go for hot-air ballooning in India and that kind of fulfills our dream of exploring some really pretty Indian cities in a different way. There are many places in India where you can go for hot-air ballooning. Some of them are Darjeeling where the balloon soars over the dense forest and Lonavala where the ballooning is done over the mountains. This blog here helps you learn about the best places for hot air-balloning in India.
Pushkar, Rajasthan
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Pushkar is the only place in India where there is a temple for Lord Brahma and it is known for the annual camel festival. This is a time when people from India and abroad visit this place and they enjoy the fair which is held here in the month of November. Not only that hot-air ballooning is done during this time at this place. So, if you are looking to enjoy the great camel fair while soaring up high in the sky then you can head to Pushkar and enjoy in all hues and the animals which are decorated in an interesting manner. There are numerous temples which can be seen from while enjoying the hot-air balloon ride here.
Jaipur, Rajasthan
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Jaipur has magnificent havelis and forts. One can best explore the city through hot-air balloon rides which is one of the great activities for tourists from India and abroad. It will give you a great view of the city and you can enjoy the hot-balloon air ride here. The exploring of the great city will give you a great feeling and you can hold the hands of your beloved and sway in the aura of romance and togetherness.
Agra, Uttar Pradesh
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Agra is one of the most beautiful places to enjoy hot-air balloon ride. The balloon ride will help you to enjoy the exotic aerial view of the Taj Mahal along with othr monuments. The balloon ride in Agra can’t be matched with any other experience as you can look into the eyes of your beloved, hold hands and go up-to 500 m high above the historical monument. The balloon here is a low-height helium balloon and even honeymoon couples or romantic travelers and families can enjoy the ride.
Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
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Jaisalmer is one of the great destinations to do hot-air ballooning. It is an amazing experience because one can see the sand dunes of Thar Desert and also the Sonar Qila or the Jaiisalmer Fort. The beautiful city is very fascinating and people can enjoy the hot-air ballooning which will give you the utmost pleasure. Once the balloon rises in the sky you can see the Great Thar Desert and enjoy the beautiful Sunset or sunshine according to the time.
Jodhpur, Rajasthan
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Jodhpur is a city which is known for its captivating beauty and is the second largest city in the state of Rajasthan. The famous city is known for its picteresque landscape and vibrant atmosphere. So, if you are willing to explore this city while soaring up in the sky then you should choose the hot-air balloon ride. The old city is painted in blue and also you can have a bird’s -eye view of the Mehrangarh Fort. It will be a wonderful experience and you will enjoy the ballooning as the best part of your itinerary.
Udaipur, Rajasthan
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Udaipur is an exotic destination which is known as the City of Lakes. The beautiful city will help you to rejuvenate during your holiday and the pleasant weather will give you a pleasure which is beyond comparison. The experience of enjoying a hot-air balloon will double up the adventure and once the balloon hovers up in the sky you will find numerous lakes shining in the Sun whicvh will be a view to remember.
Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan
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Ranthambore National Park in Sawai Madhopu Region is one of the most enchanting wildlife sanctuaries in India. It is a place where the most famous of the wild cats are found. Apart from that there are many animals and other bird species which are found here. If you want to get an altogether different view of this picteresque landscape then you can go for hot-air balloon ride which will give you the great view of the National Park.
Kamshet-Lonavala, Maharashtra
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The hot-air Ballooning is one of the most beautiful thing to do in Kamshet-Lonavala as it gives the most mesmerizing view of the Western Ghats and help you to explore the great valley. The adventure lovers can go to this place for ballooning in the cool and crisp air as it is very near to the hill station of Lonavala. The famous tourist place has many beautiful and breathtaking views of dense greenery, caves, lakes and sturdy forts.
Delhi NCR
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Gurgaon is the millenium city and provides breathtaking views of the Aravali range of mountains. The famous Damdama lake in Gurgaon District is a great place to enjoy the quintessential beauty of the landscape in the Sohna region. The top destinations for famous hot-air balloon ride is at this place and one can enjoy the beautiful monuments of Delhi if the weather is clear while soaring up in the sky. Also, you can enjoy this activity in Neemrana which is on Delhi-Jaipur Highway.
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
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Bhopal is one of the most enchanting tourist destinations in India. If we talk about hot-air ballooning, then you can go for it in Bhopal but it is done only during the favorable weather at Jeet Stadium. The ride can be completed in two hours. The ballooning gives you adrenaline rush beyond comparison as one gets the chance to hovers over the lakes and the city.
Darjeeling, West Bengal
Darjeeling is one of the most beautiful hill stations in West Bengal in India. It is a great place to enjoy the weather along with the flora and fauna. So, if you want to double up the enjoyment and craving for some adventure holiday then you should go for the hot-air balloon ride here. It is great adventures when the hot air balloon rises in the sky up-to 300 ft but to let you know that there will be 15 more companion with you that is the minimum number required. So, if you are looking for the best kind of adventure sports then you should go for the hot-air ballooning in Darjeeling.
Goa
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Goa is a destination which is known for its fun and frolic atmosphere with the sun and sand at its pristine beauty. It has beautiful shores and great coastline which is also known for the various kinds of adventure sports. The best among the adventure sports which is emerging as the favorite among the people is the hot-air balloon ride. So, enjoy the best kind of hot-air ballooning over the unending boundaries of sea at Goa and get the most out of it.
Hampi, Karnataka
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Hampi in Karnataka is known for its beautiful caves and monuments and there are great things to explore here. The recently introduced hot air-ballooning is one of the thrilling adventure sports which will take you to a new high. It is catching up fast with people who are coming here as tourists. People enjoy the hot-air ballooning here as it takes one to a height of 500 m. It is one of the great moments of fun and frolic when you leave your worries behind and enjoy the beautiful moments of pleasure and at the same time witness the great monuments and temples beneath.
Best Time For Hot-Air Ballooning in India
The best season to do hot-air ballooning is from September to March when the weather is pleasant and the sky remains clear all the time.. You can enjoy it as your best adventure sports during this weather as it is at the finest with cool breezes blowing and the weather is not unbearably hot as India has a tropical weather conditions.
So, we hope that this blog will be useful for you to know about hot-air ballooning in India.
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Published: 04 Oct, 2016
From the Lake District, Nainital, Nidhi Singh is a travel writer whose love for mountains can be seen in her write ups. Talk about solo travelling, indulging in adventure activities, binging on good food, planning budget trips or the Aurora Borealis and you will get all her attention. It is the wanderlust that keeps her going and if at all she could get one wish granted she would love to live a life less ordinary. Follow her on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram.