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)

Megan S

Aug 2016

Such an amazing opportunity to have with Damien, Keely, and their crew! Be patient...It took a third attempt to make it happen, but it was completely worth the wait and early mornings! They were great to work with, and very concerned on the safety of their travelers! If you want an amazing experience, check out Black Hills Balloons! I can say they will not disappoint! Great work, team!

Response from Host

Jun 2018

Thank you for your kind review Megan. We play it safe if there is any doubt and thanks for sharing that too! See you again sometime.

melindabaumgart

Aug 2016

We did a balloon ride with the Black Hills balloons in July 2016. It was an absolutely amazing flight! Damien and crew were very helpful and friendly and the ride was breathtaking! We will definitely book another flight when we are back in South Dakota. Highly recommend this company for anyone looking for a remarkable experience.

Response from Host

Jun 2018

Thank you so much for your kind review. The Black Hills are breathtaking and the only way to see it from above is floating in a balloon. Keep spreading the word.

enoelle74

Aug 2016

We absolutely LOVED our balloon flight! It was amazing! The staff was spot on. Damien, Keely and the entire crew made this the best part of our trip! They were fun and friendly as well as very knowledgeable and experienced. The flight is very smooth and peaceful. We loved searching the woods below for wildlife. To have a birds eye view of the beautiful Black Hills was truly a once in a lifetime moment!

Response from Host

Jun 2018

So glad you had a good time. And thank you for the kind words about our crew. They work hard but love what they do too! Come back and see us again sometime.