MARRAKECH · SUNRISE BALLOON FLIGHTS

Sunrise hot air balloon in Marrakech

Sunrise hot air balloon in Marrakech: early departure, 45-minute flight, €110 per person. Pickup time confirmed for your date, transfers and breakfasts included.

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Sunrise flights

Plan a morning in the first light

A sunrise hot air balloon in Marrakech starts early in the morning: hotel pickup time is confirmed according to the date and season.

With Red City Balloon, the Classic Flight lasts 45 minutes and costs €110 per person, with transfers and two breakfasts included.

The meeting time is confirmed for your chosen date.

Keep your morning free: preparations, flying and the return are separate stages, with total outing time to be confirmed.

Departure depends on weather conditions.

Light, routes and views vary; no particular route or sunrise conditions are guaranteed.

Services and conditions

Classic Flight: €110 per person, 45 minutes. VIP Flight: €700 per flight, tax included, 60 minutes for 1–3 passengers + pilot. Round-trip transfers, two breakfasts and Arabic calligraphy certificate included. Availability and conditions confirmed via WhatsApp.

The route depends on the wind and conditions on the day. Flying over the medina or the Atlas Mountains is not guaranteed.

Booking conditions

TIMES

What time does the sun rise in Marrakech?

The sun rises in Marrakech between about 6:25 in June and 8:30 in January. Here is the sunrise time on the 1st and 15th of each month, in Moroccan local time (GMT+1), calculated for the coordinates of Marrakech.

Month	1st	15th
January	08:31	08:32
February	08:25	08:15
March	08:00	07:44
April	07:22	07:05
May	06:47	06:36
June	06:28	06:26
July	06:30	06:37
August	06:47	06:57
September	07:07	07:15
October	07:25	07:34
November	07:47	08:00
December	08:14	08:24

A sunrise hot air balloon in Marrakech takes off around these times. To choose your season, read our guide to the best time to fly.

During Ramadan, Morocco switches to GMT+0: subtract one hour. Your hotel pickup time is set before sunrise and confirmed for your date.

Why fly a sunrise hot air balloon in Marrakech?

A sunrise hot air balloon flight in Marrakech takes advantage of the calm, cool early-morning air — the most stable conditions of the day for ballooning.

That is why flights take off early.

The low light paints the countryside gold and stretches the shadows: a favourite moment for photographers.

Departure time by season

Hotel pickup time varies with the season, as sunrise in Marrakech is earlier in summer than in winter.

The team confirms the exact time for your date.

Dress in layers: it is cool before dawn in the countryside and warms up quickly after sunrise.

Closed shoes are recommended for the launch site.

Balloon inflated with the burner before dawn

What you see at first light

From the basket, a sunrise hot air balloon flight in Marrakech reveals the plains, villages and, on clear days, the outline of the High Atlas.

The route depends on the wind: no path is guaranteed.

The Classic Flight (€110 per person), VIP Flight (€700 per flight) and Agafay packages all depart at sunrise.

Choose yours below.

Snow-capped peaks of the High Atlas — Photo : Ralf Steinberger, CC BY 2.0

FAQ

Your questions, answered simply.

What time do we leave?+

The team confirms the meeting time for your date, departure point and expected conditions. This page does not promise a fixed time.

How much is a sunrise balloon flight?+

The sunrise Classic Flight costs €110 per person. The VIP Flight costs €700 per flight for 1–3 passengers.

How do I request a sunrise date?+

Choose your package below, complete the form on its page and send your WhatsApp request. Mention your preference for a morning flight in the message before sending it.

What should I wear for a balloon flight?+

Layers (it is cool before dawn and warms up quickly) and closed shoes. A cap and sunglasses are useful.

How long does the balloon morning last?+

The flight lasts 45 minutes (Classic) or 60 minutes (VIP). With transfers, preparation and breakfast, plan your morning; total time is confirmed when booking.

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