Turquaz Balloons Cappadocia — Attraction in Göreme

This was an exceptional early morning balloon flight.

The company have great communications, and were on time picking us up at the hotel at 5.05 (AM).

We were taken to their offices where there is a cafeteria setup and a lovely breakfast (fruit, croissants, coffee, juice etc). After about 25 minutes they called our balloons passengers to the minibus. There were 15 of us in total. Us four were two couples travelling together.

We arrived at the launch site after a 10 minute drive and the balloon was mostly inflated. We climbed into the basket which is split into 5 sections. The centre for the pilot and the gas bottles, and 4 corner quadrants each holding up to 4 people. There was plenty of room for the 4 of us to move around and to put our bags on the floor. All of us could see easily. We had friends who took the 32 person flights from other companies who complained they had a box of juice and a cereal bar as the breakfast, and struggled to see out of the balloon.

The flight lasted over an hour, and included an ascent in the dark, sunrise from 1300 metres, low passes through some valleys and over the town (just metres above the houses) and soaring high above the other balloons so you could see the countryside for miles and miles.

Our pilot Yahya was brilliant. Very funny and informative, explaining the landscape and the functions and capability of the balloon, and clearly a very competent pilot. His handling of the balloon was first class.

After we landed we had a celebratory glass of fizz plus some delicious strawberries. (Other trips had non alcoholic fizz).

All four of us agreed that it was one of the best things we've done for a long time. I would do it again in a heartbeat.

Yes, Turquaz balloons are more expensive than some other companies (we paid £295 /€340 each), but the professionalism and level of comfort (especially avoiding the overcrowding in baskets) was worth it.

If you get Yahya as your pilot you will...

The hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia has long been at the very top of my bucket list. Because of that I chose the agency carefully by reading their reviews etc. I’m so grateful that I took the ride with Turquaz. They are extremely well organized and very emphatic to the eagerness, excitement, and sometimes nerves of the customers - and they respond to them with care and a good heart.

They communicated my pick up time a day before (with multiple comms prior to that to keep me posted of what to expect). They showed up on time and the shuttle was only a 5 mins ride to their office in Goreme. They greeted us, checked us in, then served us a nice breakfast. There was enough room in the office for everyone to sit down and enjoy the nice food. Then about 45 mins before sunrise they dispatched the customers into shuttles to head to their ride. On the way the staff would explain what to expect and also the multiple factors that may cause a flight to be delayed or canceled- they kept us well informed.

At the launching site, we watched them lit up the balloon then we got a green light to take off. Settling into the balloon was very organized and everyone felt safe.

The ride was simply breathtaking. And the pilot was so experienced and skilled. He showed us the area nicely and maneuvered the balloons seamlessly.

The most impressive thing was that at landing, he landed right on the trailer that came to haul back the balloon. We of course gave it an enthusiastic long applause to express our gratitude.

I know not all balloon companies in the area are the same when it comes to quality and attention to safety. I hope this review helps future travelers in picking...

I recently had the pleasure of taking a hot air balloon ride with Turquaz Balloons Cappadocia in the stunning region of Cappadocia, and I must say it was an unforgettable experience. The team at Turquaz Balloons Cappadocia is truly exceptional, from the pilot Yahya to the ground staff, everyone was incredibly professional and friendly.

The pilot, Yahya, was truly amazing and made sure that everyone felt safe and comfortable throughout the ride. His experience and skill were evident, and he maneuvered the balloon expertly, ensuring that we had the best possible experience. We were lucky enough to have mist below us and clouds above us, which added to the beauty of the scenery.

The co-pilot was also fantastic and made sure to capture the entire experience on camera, taking pictures and videos of the ride, which we were able to purchase at the end of the ride.

The entire team at Turquaz Balloons Cappadocia was incredibly friendly and attentive. They made sure that we were comfortable and well taken care of from start to finish. The ground staff was always on hand to help with any queries we had, and they made sure that we had everything we needed for the ride.

Overall, I would highly recommend Turquaz Balloons Cappadocia for anyone looking for a truly unforgettable experience. The stunning views, the skilled pilot, and the friendly team make this a must-do activity in Cappadocia. If you're looking for a safe, professional, and exciting adventure, then don't hesitate to book with Turquaz Balloons Cappadocia. I can assure you that you...