Biosphere

Biosphere

The Alentejo plains are the perfect setting for this magnificent adventure.

Recognized by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve, the Castro Verde landscape inserts human activity into a natural mosaic. Here, agricultural activity goes hand in hand with a preserved ecosystem, where birds such as the Great Bustard, Little Bustard, and Lesser Kestrel accompany the journey. In the tranquility of the skies, appreciate these extraordinary contrasts as the breeze glides the balloon with no previously known destination.

Important information:

Flight area: Beja / Castro Verde

Departure point: Albernoa / Juliana Mine / Entrances

Flight duration: 1 hour

Total program duration: 3 hours

Meeting Point Time*

Summer: between 5:30 and 7:00

Winter: between 6:30 and 9:00 or between 15:00 and 16:00

Restrictions:

  • All flights are dependent on weather conditions.

  • Children under 6 years old should not fly

  • Participants must have the physical capacity to climb in and out of the basket, stand for 1 hour, and withstand the impact that a windy landing can cause.

  • People who have recently had surgery should not fly.

  • People with medical restrictions must inform them at the time of booking.

Optional not included:

  • Accommodation

  • Picnic (upon request)

Partner Hotels:

  • Vila Galé Country Club Hotel
  • Herdade da Malhadinha Nova *****
  • Herdade dos Grous
  • Casa do Roxo
  • Herdade das Fontes Bárbaras

What to wear:

  • Comfortable clothing suitable for the season and weather of the day.

  • Comfortable, closed, flat footwear

  • Cap, beanie or other head protection recommended.

  • Sunglasses and sunscreen recommended

General and specific booking conditions:

  • Read all general and specific conditions here

Program

  • Pick up at the hotel.

  • Safety briefing

  • Balloon inflation

  • Flight lasting approximately 60 minutes.

  • Landing depending on available terrain and the location of the support vehicle.

  • Picnic at the landing site (when included)

  • Flight celebration with champagne/sparkling wine.

  • Delivery of personalized flight certificates

  • Return of passengers to the hotel by private transfer

Location

See FAQs
  • €900 1 to 3 people
  • €1100 4 to 6 people
  • 1600€ 6 to 8 people

What's Included:

  • 1 hour hot air balloon flight*
  • Private hotel pick-up
  • Breafing
  • Celebration toast with sparkling wine
  • Flight certificate
  • Fees and insurance*
  • Transportation back to the meeting point

*Check insurance and conditions here

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