Afternoon Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Phoenix

Overview

Take in the beautiful Arizona Sonoran Desert at sunset like never before! Floating 2,000-5,000 feet over the desert in a hot air balloon, the 360 degree unobstructed views and peacefulness of flight is breathtaking. Following your 45-60 minute hot air balloon flight, guests are treated to chilled champagne and gourmet evening hors d'oeuvres in the desert, the perfect end to the day.

City: Phoenix

Wed 25 Dec

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Starting at $236.52

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Wed 25 Dec

Starting at $236.52

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What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop off (if option selected)

Champagne

Candlelit evening hors d'oeuvres provided by local favorite Vincent's on Camelback Restaurant

Commemorative flight certificate

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not suitable for pregnant women
Not recommended for participants with broken bones, or who have had recent surgery
Passengers must be able to jump off the second step of a ladder onto the ground
Minimum age is 5 years
Actual flight time is approximately 1 hour
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms

What To Expect

Phoenix Sonoran Desert Preserve

Your hot air balloon tour check in at the Deer Valley Airport Balloon Ride Parking Area, unless the roundtrip hotel transfers option is selected. Guests will float above the awe-inspiring Sonoran Desert viewing local landmarks, wildlife and plant life from above.

Camelback Mountain

Soar past iconic Camelback Mountain in the Phoenix Valley. This mountain is a favorite of local hikers and cyclists.

Downtown Phoenix

As the sun sets, you'll see Downtown Phoenix in the distance. As you come in to land, a table complete with linens and china awaits you in the heart of the desert, a clue to what you are about to enjoy! You'll be greeted with a traditional celebration that includes scrumptiously prepared gourmet cuisine from the award-winning Vincent’s on Camelback restaurant. First-time flyers will be treated to the legendary Balloonists Ceremony that balloonists all over the world have been sharing for more than a century.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (166)

Eugene_V

Mar 2021

Lots of interesting narrative throughout, including the making of a hot air balloon from the cork of the champagne bottle. A very entertaining guide who made the trip both fun and memorable

Response from Host

Mar 2021

Hi Eugene, Thank you for your review and for flying with Hot Air Expeditions! It makes me so happy to hear that you were in such great hands with your captain and his crew. We hope to see you flying the skies with us again sometime.

larrypamb

Mar 2021

Wonderfull experience all the way around. Very professional group. We were well treated throughout the entire experience.

Response from Host

Mar 2021

Hi Larry, Thank you for your great review and for flying with Hot Air Expeditions. It makes me so happy to hear that our team took such great care of you. We hope to see you up, up, and away with us again sometime soon.

Sana_V

Mar 2021

Me and my husband had great time!! Our pilot was amazing and funny and so was everyone on the crew. Flight was beautiful just don't forget your hats , the heat from fire makes it really hot. After the beautiful flight we had great pictures with sunset and enjoyed Champagne. It was great experience would definitely recommend it.

Response from Host

Mar 2021

Hi, Thank you for your review and for flying with Hot Air Expeditions! It makes me happy to hear that our team took such great care of you during your time up, up, and away with us. We hope to see you flying the skies with us again sometime soon.