In principle, everyone can fly in a hot air balloon. It’s a relaxed and calm form of flying, which is more like a gentle glide than normal flight as we know it from airplanes. This is because the balloon constantly moves with the wind during the flight and therefore feels completely still.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all who fly, passengers must be in a physical condition that allows them to participate in the experience. This means, for example, being able to stand for the hour-long flight and not being physically frail. Additionally, all passengers must be able to understand and follow the instructions given by the pilot and crew.
According to the Danish Transport Authority’s rules, the balloon pilot is responsible for the passengers, and ultimately it’s the pilot who decides whether a passenger is able to participate in the flight in a safe manner on the given day.
As a general rule, we don’t offer flights if:
- You are more than 12 weeks pregnant on the day of the flight
- You are a child under 130 cm in height (typically 6-7 years old)
- You are a wheelchair user
- You have severe mobility issues or appear physically frail to such an extent that you’re deemed unable to safely complete the flight – including standing for about 60 minutes, which is how long the flight lasts.
- You are intoxicated or appear to be under the influence
