Top 5 Byron Bay Air Adventure Activities

If you’ve always wanted to try skydiving, ballooning or hang gliding, then come to Bryon Bay for a magnificent bird’s view and an adrenaline rush to boot.

Scroll down to discover some of the top Byron Bay adventure activities you can do up in the air!

1. Byron Bay Ballooning

Image source: Viator

This one hour Byron Bay adventure activity should be something you do at least once! There are a range of flights available from Byron Bay Ballooning. From sunrise flights, to group and VIP packages, even a flight combo where you take a balloon ride and then a tandem skydive for an extra thrill.

You can rest assured that your safety is in good hands with all pilots holding a commercial pilots license by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, new balloons featuring the latest in safety design..

Why not turn this unique holiday activity into a perfect romantic getaway or memorable family event that everyone will treasure?

Note: At the time of writing Byron Bay Ballooning is currently not operating due to Covid-19, but check their website to keep up to date for reopening dates.

2. Skydive Byron Bay

Image source: ByronBay.com

Skydiving gives you an adrenaline buzz like no other, with a flight up to 15,000 feet, then a freefall at over 200 km/hr and then a peaceful float over golden beaches and lush rainforests spread out below you.

Skydive Byron Bay gives you an opportunity to tandem skydive with an expert, with a group of 4 or more mates or combine a skydive with a surf lesson. You can also skydive solo with dedicated instructors. What are you waiting for? Jump online and book now!

3. Byron Bay Hang Gliding

Image source: Byron Airwaves Hang Gliding School Facebook

Byron Bay is home to a couple of places where you can have a fantastic hang gliding experience:

• Byron Airwaves Hang Gliding School – tandem hang gliding for 30 minutes with an experienced instructor over Byron Bay’s scenic coastal national park or Lennox Head.
• Byron Bay/Lennox Head Hang Gliding – tandem hang gliding with Peter Aitken, an experienced instructor who used to fly competitively, over Cape Byron Nature Reserve or the ocean at Lennox Head. They offer 30, 45, or 60 minute tandem flights.

4. Whale Watching From Above Flight

Image source: ByronBay.com

If whale watching from a boat sounds awesome, why not try whale watching from the sky? Take to the air with an experienced pilot in a microlight aircraft to watch humpback whales that travel north to their winter home from Antarctica after a summer feeding season.

These marvellous animals stop by Byron Bay every year between June and November and it has become one of Australia’s premier whale-watching spots. To fly with an experienced pilot you need to be older than 15 years or accompanied by an adult and weigh under 15 stone 10 pounds (100 kg). Check out this link for more details.

5. Circus Arts

Image source: Circus Arts Byron Bay

There is something special about taking the ultimate leap of faith while flying through the air. So if you’ve always fancied being a professional trapeze artist or you have kids that like to defy gravity then this is an adventure activity for you and your family. It could also be an interesting date activity for couples!

Circus Arts Byron Bay is a 1200 sqm indoor space that offers a 10m high flying trapeze, as well as a great range of circus programs for all ages. Children have their own corner and school program packages, as well as an opportunity to have a memorable experience with their parents.

For adults you can book in for a casual drop in class or they can tailor tailor group packages for a special event and have different party packages, including the Ringmaster special which includes the high flying trapeze as well as walking the tightrope, juggling, aerials, and acrobatics.

Where to unpack your bags in Byron Bay?

We say at Broken Head Holiday Park. Our Byron Bay campsite ensures a fun time for all and comfort accommodation right near the beach. You can choose between a camping spot and fully-equipped beach houses and shacks, as well as deluxe cabins. To make the most of what’s on offer in Byron Bay you can stay longer with our 3-day midweek stay with the 4th day for FREE! This special offer lasts until July 31, you can learn more about this offer here. We look forward to meeting you!