Hot Air Balloons
The Ultimate Vang Vieng Experience
We offer two distinct options for hot air balloons. Fristly there is the city flights. These last between 25 to 30 minutes depending on the weather. Secondly, there are VIP mountain flights. These last up to 1 hour depending on the weather.
City Flights
These flights take you across the city and the river on a magical balloon flight. As long as the weather is right you will fly for about 30 minutes and see the town from a very different perspective.
Mountain Flights VIP
Namthip Balloons are proud to deliver this VIP experience for visitors to Vang Vieng.
Your tour starts by picked up by either an AC minivan or car from your hotel. You will then be taken to our clubhouse across the river close to the mountains.
On arrival to the take off site, you will be given refreshments and introduced to the flight team and pilot. You will receive a full briefing before being take to your hot air balloon.
The VIP mountain flight lasts between 45 minutes and 1 hour depending on the weather conditions. During your flight you will witness the stunning scenery of Vang Vieng from a completely different perspective.
From rice fields to lagoons to viewpoints to villages; your balloon ride will be like no other in Vang Vieng. Once the flight has ended you will return to the clubhouse.
Now you can relive your flight and enjoy a light meal and drinks and receive your certificate. You will then be returned to your hotel by AC transport.
Sunrise & Sunset Flights
You may notice that some adverts for hot air balloons state morning and evening. Many passengers assume this means sunrise and sunset but the balloons often fly after the sun has risen and before it sets.
With Namthip Balloons you can witness the real sunset and sunrise in Vang Vieng. Fly early to see the sun rising for the day as the darkness lifts to wash Vang Vieng in sunlight.
Alternatively, take a real sunset flight and enjoy the magical part of the day as the sun sets behind the stunning mountains out past the Nam Song River.
Safety First
We want all our passengers to have a wonderful and fun experience regardless of which activity they choose.
But, safety is our absolute priority. We are approved by the Lao Civil Aviation Authority. All our balloons are western standard and regularly undergo checks and maintenance.
All pilots are licensed and certified. They are trained professionals and very experienced aviators. They also speak several languages to ensure communication is clear and reassuring.
Pricing and Information
Price: $100 City Flight
Price: $145 Mountain Flight
What's Included: Pick up & return, certificate, breakfast/light meal, beverages, briefing
Time: Morning & afternoon (pick up time confirmed at booking)