Hot Air Balloon Flight
See the breathtaking landscapes of the Ouarzazate region from the sky — a quiet sunrise balloon flight followed by a traditional Moroccan breakfast on the ground.
Free cancellation
Local guide
Small groups
Hotel pickup
About 4 hours (1h flight)
Small group (up to 17)
English / French / Arabic
About Us
- ›Begin your day with one of the most magical experiences in Morocco — a sunrise hot air balloon flight over the Ouarzazate region.
- ›As the balloon rises slowly into the air, the sun starts to climb and the whole desert below turns orange and gold.
- ›The flight is calm and silent, giving you a peaceful bird's-eye view that you cannot get any other way.
- ›From the basket you look down on palm groves, mud-brick villages, old kasbahs, and far away the snowy peaks of the High Atlas mountains.
- ›The pilot keeps the flight steady and points out the names of the places you pass over.
- ›The whole flight lasts about one hour.
- ›After a soft landing, the ground team welcomes you with a traditional Moroccan celebration breakfast — fresh bread, pastries, fruit, and mint tea — shared with your pilot and the other passengers.
- ›Before the day ends, you receive a personal flight certificate as a keepsake, and the team drives you back to your meeting point or hotel.
Experience Itinerary
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1
Hotel pickup and pre-flight briefing
- ›Your driver picks you up at your hotel before sunrise and drives you to the balloon launch field outside Ouarzazate.
- ›There you meet your pilot and the rest of the crew.
- ›They give a short, friendly briefing in which they explain the safety procedures, how to board and leave the basket, and what to expect during the flight.
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2
Takeoff at first light
- ›Once the balloon is fully inflated, you climb into the basket and feel it gently lift off the ground.
- ›As the burner fires above your head, the balloon rises higher and higher just as the sun appears on the horizon.
- ›The desert below slowly fills with orange and gold light — one of the most beautiful moments of the whole trip.
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One hour of quiet flight
- ›You spend about one hour floating peacefully above the Ouarzazate region.
- ›From the basket you look down on palm groves, mud-brick villages, old kasbahs, and far away the snowy peaks of the High Atlas mountains.
- ›The pilot keeps the flight smooth, points out each place you pass over, and gives you plenty of time to take photos and enjoy the calm.
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4
Landing and celebration breakfast
- ›After a smooth landing, you join the pilot and the other passengers for a traditional Moroccan celebration breakfast set up right there.
- ›The table is loaded with fresh bread, local pastries, seasonal fruit, and plenty of hot Moroccan mint tea.
- ›It is a happy, relaxed moment to share photos and stories from the flight.
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Flight certificate and return
- ›Before the morning ends, you receive a personal flight certificate as a keepsake from your trip — printed with your name, the date, and the flight area.
- ›A vehicle then drives you back to your original meeting point or hotel, so you are back in time for the rest of your day in Ouarzazate.
What's Included
- Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off in Ouarzazate, before sunrise and after breakfast
- About one hour of quiet hot air balloon flight over the Ouarzazate region at sunrise
- Experienced professional pilot and full pre-flight safety briefing
- Traditional Moroccan celebration breakfast after landing — bread, pastries, fruit, and mint tea
- Personal flight certificate with your name and flight date to take home as a souvenir
Not Included
- Personal expenses during the morning (extra drinks, souvenirs, photos)
- Optional tips for the pilot and ground crew
- Travel insurance — recommended for all flying activities
Know Before You Go
| Duration | About 4 hours (1h flight) |
| Languages | English / French / Arabic |
| Level | Easy — no experience needed |
| Dietary | Vegetarian breakfast available |
| Group type | Small group (up to 17) |