If you have a passion for adventure or dream of soaring through the skies, you’ve probably wished to experience a hot air balloon ride.
Until recently, you might have thought you needed to travel all the way to Cappadocia, Turkey, to make this wish come true. However, now you can enjoy hot air balloon rides in various places across India.
Cappadocia’s Worldwide Hot Air Balloon Fame
Cappadocia in Turkey is renowned worldwide for its hot air balloon rides. Here, you can sit in large colorful balloons and take a scenic journey through the sky.
Statistics show that more than half of the world’s hot air ballooning takes place in Cappadocia.
It’s worth mentioning that Cappadocia is a village nestled in the mountains, making hot air balloons the primary means of reaching it.
Traveling in Hot Air Balloons Around Delhi-NCR
If you reside in Delhi-NCR, you can easily enjoy hot air balloon rides in places like Vasant Kunj, Satyaniketan, Dwarka Sector 22, and Manesar.
You’ll need to spend around 8,000 INR for an air ride. Remember to carry your PAN or Aadhar card when booking tickets for a hot air balloon ride.
The Delight of Hot Air Ballooning in Jaipur
Apart from Delhi-NCR, you can also experience hot air balloon rides in Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan.
A drive of approximately 300 kilometers from Delhi will take you about four to five hours, allowing you to fulfill your dream.
While in a hot air balloon, you can catch sight of the Pink City and its rich historical heritage.
Traveling in Lonavala
Additionally, near Mumbai, you can enjoy hot air balloon rides in Lonavala. Lonavala is a beautiful hill station where hot air ballooning is available from October to May.
During your ride, you can marvel at the entire city from the sky. Seeing Mumbai from above is undoubtedly an unforgettable experience.