Experience the magic of lighter-than-air flight over the Lowveld Big Game areas adjoining South Africa's wold famous Kruger National Park. Our pilots and guides will ensure a safe, enjoyable and informative adventure that will be one of the highlights of your visit to to the Kruger to Canyons Biosphere.

Hot air ballooning is offered by Otters Den, a River Lodge on the Blyde River at the foot of the Drakensberg Escarpment, near the Orpen gate to Kruger National Park.

You're sipping fine champagne while hovering gently above the tree tops of the beautiful Magalies River Valley, or drifting majestically high above the Magaliesberg range, just 45 km north of Johannesburg's northern suburbs, a region boasting some of the best ballooning weather in the world. The exceptional peace of this unique and almost supernatural view of the world will forever remain as a truly cherished memory.

A Balloon Safari is something really different - something really special. And if you're going to do it - do it in unassailable style. Established in 1981, Bill Harrop's "Original" Balloon Safaris has been in business for over 27 years, verification that we are the most experienced balloon operator by far.

Bill Harrop's "Original" Balloon Safaris run a fleet of six large hot air balloons which can carry between six and eighteen passengers each. So whether it is a romantic balloon flight for 2, or a party for 18 adventurers in one of the biggest balloons in the world, or a corporate adventure for 142, Bill Harrop's "Original" Balloon Safaris is the preferred choice for safe, reliable, quality ballooning.

Professional pilots, attentive crew, immaculately maintained equipment, 5 aviation safety awards, make this longest established licensed Balloon Airline in southern Africa the choice of the well informed discerning individual traveller or corporate group.

Internationally hailed as Southern Africa's best value, best quality tour operator - chosen as the winner of the South African Tourism "Welcome Awards 2006."

AirVentures Hot Air Ballooning invites you to come and experience a spectacular South African sunrise, occasionally skimming treetops or simply drifting peacefully across the skies. Hot air ballooning is a must for everyone, from the daring adventurer through to the romantic connoisseur.

Revel in miles and miles of Africa as you float upwards in this majestic craft, enjoyed by enthusiasts across the world.

AirVentures Hot Air Ballooning offers daily balloon flights, all year-round, overThe Cradle of Humankind, Magaliesberg, Pretoria and selected game reserves. Our flights are customised to provide fun and excitement for anyone. We cater for the romantic couple to the larger groups, as well as corporate and incentive events.

AirVentures is an accredited hot air ballooning operator. We use the latest and safest high quality equipment which is maintained to the highest safety standards. Our pilots are qualified and well-experienced, ensuring a safe and memorable flight.