There are many reasons why people take a balloon flight. At Goldrush around half of our guests are celebrating a birthday or an anniversary with a loved one. Some folks have always wanted to fly and others are visiting the High Country and want to get the best view possible of the area from aloft.
A couple of times a year we are delighted to provide an occasion special enough for a couple to get engaged. Recently we took a call from Thomas who booked a flight for two and immeadiately requested Prosecco be available onboard the flight as he would be proposing. We suggested we’d carry enough for everyone onboard as best wishes would be sure to follow.
A beautiful flight took place and Amy said YES ! Congratulations Thomas and Amy and thank you for letting us provide a memorable experience for your very special occasion.
This year’s spring rains have been some of the best for many years. Goldrush hasn’t seen the countryside look so good for a while and the farmers we’ve met while out flying are saying it has been a great season. Green crops of canola (the yellow flowers dropped last month) stand over a metre tall in some places. The King, Ovens and Kiewa rivers have all been full to overflowing at stages and there is not a dry billabong in northeast Victoria.
If you want to see the countryside at its best please join us for a flight!
Goldrush will be joined by up to 12 balloon crews in Milawa and we invite you to book a flight and Fly with the Fleet.
You will be able to enjoy the experience on the mornings of the 20th, 21st, and 22nd of November as we fly in company with a fleet of colourful balloons.
Fly with the Fleet space is limited and priority will be given to new bookings. Regardless, if you are interested please let us know by contacting us. Unfortunately, spectators won’t be allowed on the airfield however if you are in Milawa Gourmet Region you won’t miss a sky full of balloons each morning.
Book now and fly on Melbourne Cup morning next Tuesday 3rd November and receive a FREE bottle of Brown Brothers Tempranillo & Graciano wine !
Brown Brother’s say “This is a classic Rioja blend from northern Spain utilising a percentage of Graciano to deepen the colour and add another dimension of flavour to the Tempranillo. Aromas of plum, dark berries and spice. Medium bodied style and savoury flavours will be best enjoyed with a paella, BBQ or a wonderful with slow cooked lamb shoulder.”
We are excited to announce that Goldrush Ballooning is now flying again. With the easing of restrictions in Regional Victoria, we are flying in both the King Valley meeting at Milawa, and Mansfield. There are limited places available as we are booking smaller groups in line with providing a COVID Safe experience. With great weather from now throughout spring we invite you to experience the High Country from aloft !
The King Valley is beautiful for ballooning year-round and winter is no exception. Mount Buffalo to our east is magestic in winter and sometimes is covered in snow. Winter also provides beautiful flying conditions including crystal clear air, velvety layers of fog, and golden sunrises.
The High Country’s winter of 2020 has not disappointed with good rains filling dams and greening everything up. With crunchy frost on many mornings its necessary to wear plenty of layers. However, it is well worth braving the cool mornings as sunrises and winter skies are spectacular.
