Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunset

Overview

Soar over the Rio Grande Valley in a hot air balloon on a sunset flight from Albuquerque. As the sun goes down over the mesa, marvel at the dramatic oranges and reds that paint the sky, and see the Sandia Mountains loom over the New Mexico landscape. Your expert pilot shares fascinating commentary about the region that plays host to the world's largest hot air balloon festival each October. Upon landing, enjoy a celebratory toast and light refreshments.

City: Albuquerque

Fri 16 May

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Starting at $225.00

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Fri 16 May

Starting at $225.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Professional guide

Snacks

Champagne Toast

Scenic hot air balloon flight

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 5 years
Not recommended for participants with knee problems
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
Flights can only be operated with safe winds, clear sky and no rain. In case of unsuitable weather conditions, you will be provided the option to take the tour on an alternative date or be refunded in full.
Unable to fly anyone who is pregnant
This is a shared basket flight, there will be anywhere from 10-16 total passengers in each basket

What To Expect

Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon

Sandia Mountains, Rio Grande River, and local wildlife.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (50)

lauriey569

Mar 2025

Birthday present and what a great time. Not big on heights and have some motion sickness, but did not get sick and being up in the air was great did not feel overly anxious, because of the views it’s spectacular. Beautiful day and our pilot was informative and he handled the balloon great. I would say out of everything the landing was rough, I wish I had my feet one in front more than the other and leaned back a little more it would have been better. I definitely had knees bent, which you want it does happen fast and then you are out of balloon and wishing I had more time in the sky. I definitely recommend Rainbow Ryders hot air balloon rides.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you for sharing your feedback, and we're so happy to hear that your birthday gift turned into such a memorable experience! It's fantastic that you were able to enjoy the views and the flight despite your concerns about heights and motion sickness. We appreciate your input about the landing, and we’ll definitely keep that in mind to help improve the experience for future riders. It sounds like you had a great time overall, and we’re grateful for your recommendation. We’d love to have you back for another amazing flight with Rainbow Ryders!

Escape23735282994

Feb 2025

Great experience! Fantastic guide with lots of information and a perfect trip. Organized, well-communicating team! Thank you very much!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you had a fantastic experience and enjoyed the guide and the team's organization. We hope to welcome you back for another amazing adventure soon!

Dennis_M

Jan 2025

Our pilot Troy and the flight crew were awesome. Troy kept us informed of what we’d be doing , step by step, he answered everyone’s questions, and shared stories of his international flights all while emphasizing the importance of safety. Troy clearly loves sharing his passion for ballooning.

Response from Host

Feb 2025

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Troy and the crew made your flight such a memorable experience. His passion for ballooning and commitment to safety truly shine through. We appreciate you flying with us and hope to welcome you back for another adventure!