Imagine drifting peacefully through the sky, suspended in air as you watch the sun rise or set over the Arizona desert. At least in Phoenix this dream can come true. Come along and, if you want, help inflate the balloon as a member of the crew.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Small group
- Limited to 6 participants
Experience
Highlights
- Fly in a first-class hot air balloon
- See Phoenix and the desert like you have never seen them before
- Choose a sunrise or sunset flight (depending on time of year)
- Feel safe and secure with our licensed, experienced pilots
Full description
The experience begins even before you rise into the sky. Help our crew inflate the balloon for a real "hands on" adventure, or just relax and take a few pictures as the gentle giant comes alive.
Once you gain altitude, enjoy vistas you have to see to believe as you float over the Arizona landscape. Phoenix lies beneath you while desert stretches to the distant mountains.
The pilots are FAA-licensed and experienced in navigating with your safety and enjoyment in mind. Your pilot will also answer questions and identify points of interest during your 1-hour flight.
A chase crew will follow on the ground and meet you at the landing site. From there a van takes you back to the launch site.
Upon your return, enjoy a celebratory toast to cap your unique airborne adventure. You'll also be presented with a flight certificate.
With the ground travel and other activities, plan to spend up to 3.5 hours with us in total.
Includes
- First-class hot air balloon with expert, licensed pilot
- Champagne toast after landing
- Flight certificate and balloon flight pin
- Warm clothing (we recommend layers)
- Pick-up/drop-off (available for additional fee)
- Gratuities
Not suitable for
- Children under 5 years
- Pregnant women
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
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Meeting point
715 East Covey Lane, Phoenix, AZ 85024
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Know before you go
- Anyone who is pregnant or possibly pregnant cannot go on the tour. Children must be at least 5 years old.
- If Rainbow Ryders has to cancel your flight because of inclement weather, no charge will be made. We will do our best to reschedule your balloon ride to another date.
- 48-hour cacellation policy. We will charge a 50% deposit for late cancellations or no shows.