Phoenix Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise

Overview

Make memories you’ll never forget with this 1-hour hot air balloon ride from Phoenix. Groups large and small will enjoy breath-taking 360-degree views as you glide above the magical Sonoran Desert. Upon returning back down to land, celebrate with a champagne toast and a commemorative flight certificate.

City: Phoenix

Sun 17 Nov

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Starting at $189.00

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Sun 17 Nov

Starting at $189.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Hot-air balloon flight

Live commentary on board

Local taxes

Champagne toast

Option of helping crew inflate the balloon

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All flight are weather permitting
Children must be 5 years of age or older
Pregnant women are unable to fly
Must be able to stand for 60 minutes unassisted
Must be able to sustain the impact of jumping off a chair
Minimum drinking age is 21 years
Light layered clothing
Close toed shoes
Sunscreen and hats recommended
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

What To Expect

Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon Ride Co.

We meet at our office and drive out to our launch site from there (which does vary day-to-day depending on the wind directions/speed)

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (389)

rececupp67

Jan 2020

I thoroughly enjoyed my hot air balloon adventure. It was pretty cool to watch the preparation, then my mild struggle to get in the basket, and the flight. Andy was our pilot and I loved his lively chatter, knowledge, and sense of humor. The guys who helped (his son and a friend) were also friendly. I felt comfortable and safe, and the views were beautiful. Afterwards, we had mimosas in the desert! Overall, it's a worthwhile adventure. Make sure you wear comfortable clothing and shoes for climbing in and out of basket, bring a hat, especially if you are close to the heat. The office where you meet is clean, has bathrooms, seating, merchandise to purchase, information about other adventures, and following the flight- light breakfast (e.g., bagels, pastries, juice).

Response from Host

Jan 2020

We’re delighted to hear that you had such a great time with us! Andy is a great pilot and we’re happy that you got to experience a flight with him and his great crew members! Ballooning is definitely a worthwhile adventure, especially in a beautiful place like Phoenix! We absolutely do recommend wearing comfortable clothing, good shoes, and a hat! We hope that you enjoyed every minute of your time with us and we hope to see you again!

nealj886

Jan 2020

My wife and I took a hot air balloon ride for my birthday with Rainbow Ryders balloon company. It was an amazing trip. Our pilot Patrick was skilled and informative. I think we were the only "locals" on the flight, but looking very forward to our next trip.

Response from Host

Jan 2020

Thank you for choosing us to celebrate your birthday, we hope you had a great time! Patrick is an excellent pilot and we’re happy that you got to experience a flight with him. We’re looking forward to flying you again sometime!

Phil W

Jan 2020

Rainbow Riders provided the exact experience I was hoping for. Our pilot, Al, was friendly and had a great sense of humor. After checking in at the office, you ride for about 20 minutes to the launch site. It's another 15 minutes or so for the crew to inflate the balloon and go over basic safety instructions. We then sailed over the beautiful desert landscape for about 60 minutes. It was daylight by the time we got up into the air, but the sun was still rising so we were able to experience the sunrise from the air. Multiple people commented on how tranquil they felt as we floated through the air. Throughout the ride, the pilot lifted and lowered the balloon intermittently so we could both admire the landscape but also scour the land below for wildlife. We had a smooth landing where the crew met us and packed up the equipment. We then toasted with mimosas and headed back to the office where there was a basic breakfast of bagels and muffins awaiting us. A couple of things to note to ensure the experience is enjoyable -- although they provide a stepstool to help people get in and out of the basket, you do still need to be limber enough to climb in and out of it. Also, if you are riding during the winter, I recommend dressing in layers. It's definitely cold in the morning but gradually warms up as the morning progresses. A must-do on any visit to the Phoenix/Scottsdale area.

Response from Host

Jan 2020

Thanks for taking the time to write us a review. We pride ourselves in providing our flyers with the most exceptional experience possible for a balloon ride. In the winter, it can definitely be chilly in the early morning hours and we absolutely recommend bringing a good jacket! Balloon rides are truly an amazing activity to do at least once, especially in Phoenix, with its beautiful desert terrain, wildlife, and skyline! We’re glad that you got to experience your flight with Al - who is an amazing pilot! We hope that you had a fun, yet calming and safe flight with Al and that you met some fun and interesting people along the way. Thank you for choosing to fly with us, we hope to see you again!