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The basket of a hot-air balloon gives a fantastic perspective on the likes of Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys, Yangshuo’s limestone pinnacles and the Serengeti’s wildlife

Tim Pile

Published: 9:15pm, 31 Jan 2025 - South China Morning Post


There’s nothing quite like floating above some of the most spectacular landscapes at dawn. Once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences rarely come cheap, and hot-air ballooning is no exception. However, the thrill of drifting silently skywards as the first light of dawn colours the horizon is likely to make it worth every penny. The stillness of the early morning air enhances the serenity as rolling landscapes, historical landmarks and natural wonders are gradually illuminated.


If ballooning is on your wish list, here are six destinations you might want to consider:


6 destinations best observed from a hot-air balloon


Greg

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