Wish upon a Lantern

The Sky Lanterns SA offering is truly unique. The first and original suppliers of Chinese sky lanterns in South Africa, the company allows you the opportunity to add something singularly spectacular to your wedding day. Anyone who has seen these floating candles painting the night sky with a galaxy of bright light will tell you that the effect is nothing less than breathtaking.

Steeped in mythology, the ascent of the sky lanterns is an incredibly symbolic event, dating back to when people in ancient China would write prayers and wishes on their lanterns and offer them up to the heavens. That tradition persists today. As they release the lanterns, friends and family offer the bridal couple wishes of happiness and prosperity.

Under optimal conditions, the sky lanterns may reach a height of 1 000 metres and travel across kilometres of space. On a clear night, their ‘flight path’ may be visible for as long as 20 minutes, allowing a beautiful opportunity for a modern day coming together of your well-wishers.

A visually stunning sight to savour, sky lanterns represent the ideal alternative to noisy and sometimes dangerous firework displays. Used correctly, the lanterns are utterly safe.A visually stunning sight to savour, sky lanterns represent the ideal alternative to noisy and sometimes dangerous firework displays. Used correctly, the lanterns are utterly safe.
Consult the company website for a comprehensive set of “Release Instructions” and a “Safety Checklist”. Made of a flame retardant handmade paper, the lanterns are also environmentally friendly. Once the lantern has reached its destination, its flame extinguishes and it falls gently to the ground.

The lanterns’ delicate splendour creates an atmosphere of tranquillity and an impression of sophistication.

Sky Lanterns SA delivers within 48 hours of receipt of payment.

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