Hot Air Balloon Flights in Sicily
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Did you know that in Sicily, emotions really take flight? Discovering Sicily’s beauty from above, on a hot-air balloon ride, is certainly a unique and sustainable way to ‘change your perspective’! Flying over Sicily in a hot-air balloon is an experience suitable for everyone, young and old alike, and one that can be enjoyed in complete safety thanks to the expertise of attentive professionals who adhere to strict ENAC protocols. Endless landscapes and crystal-clear seas, cities and small hilltop villages, woods, valleys, volcanoes, islands, parks and open-air contemporary art museums: this is the view you can enjoy from high above, flying slowly and without an engine over an enchanting land.
Any examples of “flying” itineraries? Sicily looks its best from a hot-air balloon, starting from the village of Centuripe, in the province of Enna, which is not coincidentally known as the “Balcony of Sicily”: situated at an altitude of over 700 metres, this location is a perfect take-off point for hot-air ballooning in Sicily, from where you can fly over the lunar landscape of the Calanchi del Cannizzola, offering a unique view of Mount Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano. What to do once you’ve landed? The village of Centuripe welcomes you with its Regional Archaeological Museum and the authentic flavours of its traditional cuisine.
Another perfect spot for discovering Sicily by hot-air balloon is the town of Vittoria, in the province of Ragusa. From here, the balloon takes off to explore the area between Gela and Niscemi from above: a breathtaking landscape, characterised by vast vineyards, archaeological sites and small ancient villages.
The new frontier of ‘slow travel’, hot-air balloon flights in Sicily offer a great alternative for those looking for an original gift idea; or for those who want to add a touch of excitement to an event or important occasion, such as celebrating their wedding in the air.
Details vary depending on the operator you choose: the duration can be half an hour or several hours, always preceded by an informative briefing, generally taking advantage of the evocative light of dawn and dusk; the specialist crew accompanies travellers on board and remains on hand for any requirements. In any case, we recommend comfortable, layered clothing, so you can cover up or uncover depending on the temperature at altitude and at different times of day, with flat-soled shoes, bearing in mind that flights always take place in suitable weather conditions.
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