Niort and the Marais Poitevin: hot-air balloon flight from Coulon

Fly over the Marais Poitevin and its enchanting landscapes: winding canals, verdant meadows and picturesque villages. A magical experience to discover this natural gem from the air!
Welcome at the take-off site
You arrive early in the morning at the rendezvous site, where the team warmly welcomes you with a safety briefing. You'll discover the hot-air balloon being prepared, an impressive moment as the balloon gradually inflates.

Boarding and take-off
After the safety briefing, you take your place in the basket. The pilot adjusts the final details, then the balloon rises gently into the air, offering a magical spectacle as the sun rises.

Flight over the Marais Poitevin
For around an hour, you'll fly over the winding canals, flooded meadows and typical villages of the "Green Venice". The colors change with the morning light, and the calm of the flight is punctuated by the sound of the burners. Your pilot shares anecdotes about the region and its landscapes.

Soft landing
As the flight draws to a close, the pilot chooses a suitable spot to land. The ground crew joins you to help you descend safely.

The aeronaut's drink
After landing, a convivial moment awaits you, with coffee and a snack to celebrate this unique experience. Pilots also hand out a flight certificate as a souvenir.

Return to departure point
You'll be taken back to the departure point by vehicle, with plenty of memories and photos to share.

This adventure offers a blend of serenity, discovery and wonder, perfect for exploring the Marais Poitevin from another angle.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.