This year how about exploring the same
land with a different perspective? Adding a tinge of adventure &
wonder to your holidays, simply to make them more magical! So here is
a great idea to begin this year’s adventure traveling – Hot Air
Balloon rides!
Hot air ballooning is a thrilling &
mesmerizing experience and although new in India it is gradually
seeing rise in demand. Previously, in India, only Rajasthan had the
Hot Air Balloon adventure tourism assets, now however, state of
Maharashtra will also be featuring this amazing tourism feature.
Overall adding to the list of cities providing Hot Air Balloon
services are-
- Jaisalmer
- Puahkar
- Udaipur
- Manali
- Pune (upcoming)
- Lonavala(upcoming)
These hot air balloon rides are charged
usually on hourly basis and may range Rs.12, 000/- for adults, Rs.10,
000/- for each child aged 9-12 years old & Rs.8,000/- for each
child of 6-8 years of age. These charges may however subject to
change as per local & government rules & policies. The rides
generally last for an hour, and reach not more than 5000 ft. in
altitude.
Since the balloons float along with the
wind, the passengers don’t feel the breeze and so the cold, hence
you don’t have to worry about carrying an extra jacket for chillier
temperature. The best time for riding a hot air balloon is always at
sunrise (around 4:00 AM in summers & 5:00 AM in winters) or
before sunset, and not to mention the rides are very much depended on
the weather conditions. If the local climate gets too foggy or cloudy
or overly windy, chances are that your hot air balloon will require a
clearance from aviation department for further developments. It’s a
safe, romantic & beautiful experience, and if you as well even
fancy getting married in a hot air balloon – that is also possible!
So this year, pack your bags & head
out to the gorgeous location of desert, forts and/ or mountains &
valleys and enjoy the view from a different standpoint! The calmness,
serenity of your transport & the marvel of land under your feet
will leave you wanting way more! So what are you waiting for?
Travel safe. Happy traveling!
