Take Off Site

We generally leave at dawn from central Tuscany, depending on the weather conditions.

Passengers could reach our BalloonPort in Tavarnelle Val di Pesa, or can be driven to the departure field by taxi or with a private driver that we can organize for you at an extra cost.

The experience starts from the inflation of the balloon at ground level, a moment which has all the anticipation of flying…defined by one observer "the Pilot-dance". Once the balloon is ready, it's time to jump up into the basket and prepare one's camera…

Rides last from 45 minutes to one and a half hours, during which, thanks also to smooth flying conditions, you may take the opportunity to shoot wonderful images of exclusively Tuscan landscape: admire the infamous "red-roofed" towns and follow the course of bashful wild animals taking "flight" in the fields below... The first light of dawn creates the magic frame for the scene your eyes are observing...

While flying above you can learn about the terrain and its history from the Pilot's (tall) tales. At the end of the tour, having had a smooth landing, and following in the tradition of Hot Air Balloon fans, the success of the flight shall be celebrated with a glass of Champagne!

Where we are

© 2007 Idea Balloon s.a.s. - Associazione Aerostatica Toscana
Strada del Cerro n.3 Tavarnelle Val di Pesa (FI)
If you get lost: Tel: +39 338 9077070,
+39 335 6233934
flyitaly@gmail.com

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Looking for adventure? . . a unique gift idea? Experience the magic of a balloon flight and let the world below drift away. Feel the exhilaration of morning-fresh country air. If you have a special day in mind, it's best to book a couple of weeks in advance, otherwise we will give you the next available flight time which is convenient for you. If the weather doesn't co-operate on your selected day an alternate time will be arranged.

© 2007 Idea Balloon s.a.s. - Associazione Aerostatica Toscana
Strada del Cerro n.3 Tavarnelle Val di Pesa (FI)
Tel: +39 055 7606816 Fax: +39 055 8077940

Aerial Work Operator Certificate
N. I-091LA
Licenza N. 5569 Idea Balloon