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)

Chelsea H

Jan 2018

A sunset hot air balloon ride on new year's eve was the pinnacle of 2017! It was simply magical. Dean, our pilot, was awesome! His knowledge and friendliness put even the most nervous flyer at ease. The view was incredible and the flight was so peaceful. It was lovely to end with a champagne toast and even more fun to hear the history behind champagne and ballooning. This was definitely a highlight of our trip!

Response from Host

Jan 2018

We wish you a very Happy New Year! Thanks for experiencing the magic of flight with us. We hope to share another adventure with you soon and wish you a year just as magical as your peaceful bucket list experience.

Chlywly

Dec 2017

The trip starts at the HQ of Rainbow Ryders where you sign documents and jump on a van with your pilot to go out to the launch site. Once there, the balloon is unraveled and inflated. You jump in the gondola and start to rise. The ride is easy and your pilot determines how high you ride and what your route is. The views are amazing and the ride is very comfortable. Even if you are afraid of heights, it is not that bad. The ride lasts about an hour where you can see 360 degrees of amazing views. Our pilot was a little too conservative for me and we didn't rise nearly as high as the other balloon that deployed at the same time, so I was a little disappointed, but how can I complain about something that is so amazing? After landing, there is champagne and cheese and then you jump in the van to go home. If you are Ubering, you can order one from the landing site...there is no reason to ride back to the office.

Response from Host

Dec 2017

Thank you for joining us for a 'Bucket List' adventure! Viewing Albuquerque from that perspective truly is remarkable, isn't it? We are glad that you enjoyed your experience from beginning to end, and we hope it was one you won't forget. We appreciate you review and recommendations to future customers. Continue to explore new heights!