Adventure begins where the city ends.
Guests from Hamilton, Ancaster and Dundas take a scenic drive to our main launch area near St. Jacobs for unforgettable sunrise and sunset hot air balloon flights.
Most people in Hamilton, Ancaster and Dundas don’t realize that real hot air balloon rides are available within easy driving distance. You don’t have to wait for a festival or travel out of province—your flight is just beyond the edge of the city.
Our balloons launch from the countryside near St. Jacobs and, on some dates, Stratford. From Hamilton, Ancaster or Dundas, most guests drive about 70–90 minutes by car, trading city streets and escarpment views for open fields, quiet back roads and a peaceful launch site.
Hot air balloon rides are one of the most memorable unique gifts you can give—perfect for Christmas, anniversaries, milestone birthdays, proposals and bucket-list adventures. It’s an experience people remember long after the photos are taken.
To give you the safest and most scenic experience, our pilots choose between two main countryside launch areas. Your exact meeting point is confirmed in your pre-flight weather update, based on wind and conditions.
Our most common launch area is just outside St. Jacobs, north of Waterloo. Wide-open fields, gentle hills and classic rural views make it an ideal place to drift quietly above the countryside.
View St. Jacobs launch area on Google MapsOn some days, the safest and most enjoyable flight path begins closer to Stratford. Our team will tell you which site is in use well before you leave Hamilton, Ancaster or Dundas.
View Stratford launch area on Google Maps
If you’re booked on a sunrise flight, many guests from Hamilton, Ancaster and Dundas prefer to drive up the evening before and stay near St. Jacobs or Elora. These options match the recommendations on our main Toronto page.
Unwind in suite comfort steps from St. Jacobs Market, then rise above the countryside with Sundance Balloons for breathtaking sunrise views.
Modern rooms, hot breakfast, and the market at your doorstep—then float over rolling farmland with Sundance Balloons.
Spacious suites with kitchens and a warm breakfast—cap your stay with a peaceful sunrise flight with Sundance Balloons.
Relax poolside or stroll the village shops before your sky-high adventure with Sundance Balloons.
Contemporary design meets rural charm—perfect rest before your morning flight with Sundance Balloons.
Five-star luxury perched above Elora Gorge—relax in the spa, dine on local cuisine, then float above it all with Sundance Balloons.
These recommendations mirror the “Things to Do” section on our main Toronto page, and are perfect if you want to turn your Hamilton-area balloon ride into a full day or weekend getaway.
Browse fresh produce, local crafts, and food vendors at Ontario’s most famous farmers’ market.
Stroll through charming streets lined with boutiques, cafes, and galleries in this historic Mennonite village.
Explore riverside trails, limestone cliffs, and a picturesque downtown filled with shops and restaurants.
Pair your balloon flight with world-class theatre, dining, and riverside strolls in Stratford.
Whether you live in Hamilton, Ancaster, Dundas or elsewhere in the GTHA, your hot air balloon adventure is closer than you might think. If you’re planning a proposal, celebrating an anniversary, organizing a special birthday or looking for a unique Christmas gift, our team is ready to help. Booking and gift certificate purchases are handled directly through Sundance Balloons, and you can always review our FAQs on the main site.
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Sundance Balloons
Office Address: 48 Crampton Drive, Belmont, ON N0L 1B0
Phone: 416-239-4242
Email: info@sundanceballoons.com