Our crew will also check if you are available the next day and change your booking, space permitting. We suggest you book your flight for your first available morning, to allow yourself more opportunities to fly if you face bad weather.
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It's essential to book your trip in advance so you can assure you'll have a spot. Hot air balloon rides are pretty popular, so booking early is best.
I'd say, if you have an interest at all, and can afford it, do it. It was a wonderful experience. If you're like me, I've never regretted spending money to make a trip extra special, but I have regretted NOT spending the money to get something I wanted, or to have an extra special memory.
Best Balloon Company in CappadociaThis makes Royal Balloon the Most Popular Balloon Company in Cappadocia and One of the Most Popular Balloon Companies in the World.
The Best Time Visit Cappadocia is Late Spring and Early Autumn. The months of April, May, early June, late September and October. The weather is cooler and there are less tourists around than in the summer months. During the summer months they put up in excess of 300 balloons in the sky every morning.
Are hot air balloon rides worth it? The answer is that it depends on you! If you love adventure and aren't afraid of heights, then a hot air balloon ride is something you should try at least once in your lifetime. But if you're not a morning person or have trouble walking, you might want to consider another activity.
Most balloon flights take place between April and October. You can fly in winter, but the weather is likely to be worse. The best weather for hot air balloon flying is blue skies, light winds, and little or no rain.
Most important, what to wear on a hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia would be comfortable clothing and athletic shoes that help you move around freely.
Normally we do fly every day weather permitting. We don't fly in stormy weather or rain. About an hour or so before flight time, we do a weather check to get the information we need to plan the flight. We'll give you a call soon afterwards and let you know for that final “weather confirmation”.
- Our balloons begin to take off at around sunrise. - They rise approximately 1000 feet to show you sunrise and extraordinary views of Cappadocia. - Then they descend and float through the valleys, between fairy chimneys and caves which gives you excellent views to take pictures or videotape.
Working out how many days to spend in Cappadocia is tricky. You could see the highlights in two days and get a bit more under the skin of the place in three. But if you want to explore the area more comprehensively, and allow time for an excellent day trip, we suggest spending 4 days in Cappadocia.
When Do Flights Take Off? Balloons usually take off early in the morning — about 5 to 5:30 a.m., depending on the season — because the wind conditions are best around sunrise. Tour companies will pick you up at your hotel, so there's no need to worry about getting to the take-off site while you're half asleep.