My daughter brought Black Hills Balloons to my attention as we were planning our trip to the Black Hills, but thought there wouldn’t be much chance of it actually happening. To be able to surprise her with a morning flight was a completely priceless experience!
First things first... arrival at 5:00 AM is tough. But to fly at sunrise when winds are gentle and photo opportunities are perfect? Totally worth an early wake up call for a once in a lifetime experience.
From the moment we arrived the pilots and staff take great care of you. They outline the experience, make sure you’re well-briefed in safety, and get you ready to go. You’ll be driven to a launch site, and witness everything that goes into ballooning.
The flight is unreal, unlike any other kind of flying. So gentle, peaceful, and calm. And amazing views. Words can’t really express how amazing it is. Absolutely breathtaking.
Landing can be interesting, but their experienced pilots make sure it’s done safely and that you’re taken care of well. And the post flight traditions cap everything off perfectly.
If you’re looking to fulfill a bucket list item, or just to experience something amazing, take a flight with these folks. You won’t regret it for a second.