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Parys & Vredefort Dome

Parys is a small town situated on the banks of the Vaal River in the Free state province of South Africa. The name of the town is the Afrikaans translation of Paris. The name was given by a German surveyor named Schilbach who had participated in the Siege of Paris during the Franco-Prussian War and the location next to the Vaal reminded him of Paris on the River Seine. This town attracts hundreds of visitors over weekends and have a large variety of antique shops and restaurants.

The Vredefort Dome is the largest and oldest known meteor impact sites in the world. This impact structure bears witness to the greatest known single energy release event on earth and was listed a world heritage site in 2005.

Hot Air Ballooning SA

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Hot Air Ballooning SA Experience exceptional hot air balloon rides from the finest venues in South Africa with the help of Hot Air Ballooning SA.

Chosen for their exquisite scenery, fine ballooning weather, accommodation options, tourism, and interest value. They include the majestic splendor of the Maluti mountain range in Clarens, the Golden Sands of the Kalahari, Gauteng's Cradle of Humankind, the Vaal River and Vredefort Dome meteorite impact site of Parys, the rolling hills of the Natal Midlands, Champagne Valley in the Majestic Drakensberg Mountains, the beautiful Tala Valley just 45 minutes from Durban, the Panorama of Sabie and Graaff Reinet's valley of desolation.

Experience the Finest Ballooning that South Africa has to offer with loads of color fun and in the company of a highly experienced crew. We have been flying these venues safely for more than 13 years. Our balloons, professional experience, and hospitality will assure you of an exceptional experience.