Amazing Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Flight

John Tindle
5 min readJan 11, 2020

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Human always had a fascination for flying. And so, before the invention of areal machines, people have been always amazed by tales of flying beings. The myth of Icarus wasa famous tale for long. Until human, started to embrace the power of science and mastered the craft of flying. At Pamukkale, you can fulfil your fascination with flying the hot air balloon with a mesmerising view underneath.

Hot Air Balloons were used in the 1780s, long before the wright brothers invented the aeroplane. And you do not have to worry about the safety of Hot Air Balloons in Pamukkale. Why? Because the fabric used in the hot air balloon are thoroughly tested. Besides the takeoff and landing is slow, safe and easy.

Why Pamukkale for Hot Air Balloon flight?

A hot air balloon gives you a bird’s eye view from the sky. And Pamukkale with its exceptional geological position and mesmerising landmass is a great view from above. You will experience something that you never thought of before.

Pamukkale is one of the most popular spots for Hot Air Balloon flights, thanks to its favourable climate, geological location, natural and man-made wonders in the region across history. Here is a short description of what you will experience from above.

The Natural wonders of Pamukkale

The natural beauty of Pamukkale increases manifold when seen from above in a bird’s eye view. And Hot Air Balloon lets you have this amazing experience. The travertine terraced hills of calcium carbonate which is also known as cotton hills look marvellous from above.

Once you take a look at these carbonate terrace, hot springs and limestone hills from the top, you will feel that you are looking at some big beautiful mass of cotton immersed in peaceful blue water. Also, the steam from the hot springs will create a dreamy atmosphere as you see them from above.

Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon
Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon
Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon
Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon
Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon
Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon

Watch the Historical wonder from above

Pamukkale is home to the ancient city of Hierapolis. This is an ancient Greek-Roman city and is declared by the UNESCO as a World Heritage site. As you fly above the ancient city which the Greeks and Romans used to call as the holy city, you will be able to see numerous ruins of important, and ancient installations. You will get an aerial view of several significant structures, and a theatre capable of holding 15,000 spectators in that ancient time.

Apart from these Natural and Historical wonders, you will have a majestic view from the top. As you travel in a hot air balloon throughout the day, you will see how the colour of Pamukkale and its wonders changes from time to time. Besides, there would be other fellow hot air balloon travellers as well, and the view of hundreds of fascinating colourful balloons above in the sky is, in fact, a glorious sight to cherish.

Some information about the tour

Some of the premium Pamukkale Balloon Tour packages include meals, and all the standard packages include pick up and drop back to the hotel or your place of residence. In each hot air balloon generally, 15–20 people ride up, in 3/4 compartments.

However, if you are looking for an exceptional and personal experience, there is provision for private hot air balloons too. Where only you and your loved ones can enjoy together.

You do not have to worry about the safety issue of the hot air balloon at all. Most of the organization in Pamukkale are professional and safety is their utmost priority. Licenced and well-trained crewman and professionals handle the hot air balloon.

The build quality of the whole arrangement is remarkable, here Propane is used as fuel to create the hot air inside the balloon, and the balloon itself is made with strong and heavy-duty nylon fibre. The takeoff and landing are very smooth.

Visit Excursion Mania website to see all available Activities in Pamukkale.

The experience in a nutshell

Early in the morning, you will be escorted from your hotel to the launching site of the hot air balloon. After going there, you will be refreshed with hot beverages like coffee, tea, etc. The pilot or crewman of the balloon will take around 15 to 20 minutes to inflate the balloon, which afterwards will be ready to launch.

Keep one thing in mind, that the sunrise and sunset view of Pamukkale from above is heavenly, so reach the spot in time, because you would definitely do not want to miss them.

Afterwards, your pilot will guide you throughout the skyline of Pamukkale and cover the destinations, as specified by you beforehand. You would love the beautiful view underneath, and try taking as many photos as you can to save your moments.

The Hot Air Balloon flight in Pamukkale is a thrilling and exciting one. You will never forget the breath-taking view that you get from above, and this would be a lifetime experience to cherish.

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