Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Black Hills

Overview

This adventure will be one that will stay with you forever! Enjoy a stunning hot air balloon flight over Custer Valley and the world-renowned Custer State Park. Located just a few miles from Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse and Wind Cave National Park, your flight over mountains, valleys, lakes and prairies, is one of the best ways to view the Black Hills. You may spot elk, antelope, deer and buffalo and maybe even an elusive mountain lion. The beautiful Black Hills is the only place in the world where you can witness such historic, wild landscape and abundant wildlife from a hot air balloon!

City: Custer

Wed 25 Dec

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Starting at $375.00

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Wed 25 Dec

Starting at $375.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Bottled water

All Fees and Taxes

Hot Air Balloon Flight

Glass of Champagne

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum age is 4 years
Must call or email Black Hills Balloons the evening before the flight between 6.30 pm and 8 pm for a flight status update and weather check.
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands

What To Expect

Black Hills National Forest

Once the balloon is ready, you’ll gently take to the skies for an approximate 1-hour flight over the Black Hills National Forest. If you are new to ballooning, you’ll be surprised at the silence and serenity you’ll find high above the treetops. It’s truly magical. Upon landing, the ground crew will pack the balloon while you and your pilot celebrate the flight with complimentary champagne, light snacks and a story about the origin of hot air ballooning. Flights depart at sunrise and are weather dependent and always at the discretion of your experienced pilot.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (237)

F5479WEmelissas

Aug 2022

If you find yourselves in Custer SD you really must spend the $ and visit the incredible team at Black Hills Balloons !!! The owner Damien was our pilot for the morning and WOW what a breathtaking, peaceful experience!! This girl with cerebral palsy and an extreme fear of heights was treated with the utmost care and compassion and overall what an amazing bucket list experience. Thank you again Damien, Keely, and Charlie Delta for a wonderful birthday experience! Thank you Elijah for the lift in\out of the basket!! In my opinion best pilots and flight crew around!!! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Melissa Sayers, Ronda Fulte-Doran and Josh Doran ☺😃😁

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Thank you for sharing such detail about your flight and experience flying with our team. We are so pleased you enjoyed it.

Pop1053

Aug 2022

This was our first experience in a hot air balloon. I was impressed with the skills of our pilot Mike and the organized approach by the crew. The balloon setup went quickly, and the same was true of the landing. By the time we finished our landing celebration, the ground crew had the balloons and baskets stored and ready to return to the office in Custer. An amazing trip was made even better by Damien and his team.

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Thanks for your kind words! We so appreciate it.

KDBlaine

Aug 2022

This is one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen in my life! It’s just stunning! Do it! Just do it and you won’t regret it! Love the champagne toast and snacks at the end! Don’t wear shorts, it’s cold in the morning LOL!

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're so happy to hear how much you loved the experience.