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)

KayL6656

Sep 2016

I am so glad I did this. It was worth every penny. The experience is beyond words. It was beautiful, breathtaking and unbelievable. Dropping into Spring Creek Canyon was just awesome. The absolute quiet was amazing. I have never experienced anything like my hot air balloon ride. Checking it off my bucket list but I plan to do it again! Damien and the crew were outstanding. Everything went off without a hitch. The after party was educational and fun too! Thank you Black Hills Balloons for such and amazing adventure!

Response from Host

Jun 2018

Thank you so much for your kind review! Spring Creek Canyon is quite the place alright. Not too many get to see it from that perspective! Thanks for flying and we will see you again sometime!

MrsBaum

Sep 2016

Before I booked this flight I canvassed opinion from friends who had done one to see how they had found it to see if my fear of heights would be a problem. I also emailed the guys at Black Hills and got lovely helpful responses that put my mind at ease enough to book it. I was very nervous on the day but Damian and his great crew (I only caught Elijah's name and his friend Mike was also great) made me feel more at ease and I don't know what I was worried about. It was the most amazing feeling and is somewhat indescribable. It's something you have to try to understand. The scenery, the amazing soft landing, the champagne toast, everything made this so worth it. I will definitely be doing a balloon ride again but may check with Damian first if he knows the company wherever I am as he knows his stuff and wouldn't settle for shoddy service. If you've ever thought even a little about doing this...do it.

Response from Host

Jun 2018

Wow!! A 6! Thank you so much! Well I'm so glad you really enjoyed yourself. Feel free to reach out anytime and I'll recommend who to fly with in your chosen area next!

smcelroy31

Sep 2016

An awesome experience flying over the Black Hills with Damien. This is actually my second balloon trip with Damien, and I hope not my last. Both trips have been more than I could have dreamed. Thank you to Damien, Keely and the crew!.

Response from Host

Jun 2018

Thank you so much for your awesome review! I'm sure we will share the skies again sometime soon!