Phoenix Afternoon Hot Air Balloon Ride with Bubbly + Charcuterie

So many opportunities to capture breathtaking photos!

Duration4h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 40 travelers

Overview

Take in the beautiful Arizona Sonoran Desert at golden hour like never before! Floating 2,000-5,000 feet over the desert in a hot air balloon, the 360 degree unobstructed views and peacefulness of flight is breathtaking. Following your 45-60 minute hot air balloon flight, guests are treated to chilled champagne (or sparkling cider) and a fruit + cheese plate in the desert, the perfect end to the day.

Roundtrip hotel transportation is available, if the option is selected. Pick up is available from home and hotel locations in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Glendale, Mesa, Arcadia and Cave Creek (if within 30 minutes of our check-in location).

Options

3pm Flight Meet at DVT

3pm Flight+Hotel Transfers

2:45pm Flight+Hotel Transfers

3:45pm Flight+Hotel Transfers

3:30pm Flight Meet at Airport

2:45pm Flight Meet at Airport

3:15pm Flight+Hotel Transfers

3:30pm Flight+Hotel Transfers

3:15pm Flight Meet at Airport

3:45pm Flight Meet at Airport

What's included

Hotel pickup and drop off (if option selected)
Post-flight you are treated to a champagne or sparkling cider toast and a fruit + cheese plate at your desert landing site.
Champagne
Commemorative flight certificate

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off (if option not selected)

What to expect

Phoenix Sonoran Desert Preserve
Pass by

Your hot air balloon tour check in at the Deer Valley Airport Balloon Ride Parking Area, unless the roundtrip hotel transfers option is selected.

Guests will float above the awe-inspiring Sonoran Desert viewing local landmarks, wildlife and plant life from above.
Camelback Mountain
Pass by

Soar past iconic Camelback Mountain in the Phoenix Valley. This mountain is a favorite of local hikers and cyclists.
Downtown Phoenix
Pass by

As the sun begins to set, you'll see Downtown Phoenix in the distance.

As you come in to land, a table complete with linens and china awaits you in the heart of the desert, a clue to what you are about to enjoy! You'll be greeted with a traditional celebration that includes chilled champagne and a fruit + cheese plate. First-time flyers will be treated to the legendary Balloonists Ceremony that balloonists all over the world have been sharing for more than a century.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

When entering at 7th Ave and Deer Valley Road, make an immediate left at the T in the road. Follow the 3 white signs that say “Balloon Ride Parking” down towards the Civil Air Patrol Building. Turn right at the CAP Building and park in the parking spots marked “Balloon Ride Parking”.

End point

When entering at 7th Ave and Deer Valley Road, make an immediate left at the T in the road. Follow the 3 white signs that say “Balloon Ride Parking” down towards the Civil Air Patrol Building. Turn right at the CAP Building and park in the parking spots marked “Balloon Ride Parking”.

Additional information

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not suitable for pregnant women
Not recommended for participants with broken bones, or who have had recent surgery
Passengers must be able to jump off the second step of a ladder onto the ground
Minimum age is 5 years
Actual flight time is approximately 45-60 minutes
When booking, please select weight in pounds or "lb"
Comfortable casual clothing is always recommended on our ballooning excursions, as we are enjoying nature in a desert environment. The temperature in the balloon is about the same as on the ground, so be sure to dress appropriately for the day’s anticipated temperatures. On any given day we recommend closed toe shoes, a light jacket, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and a camera
To ensure a safe hot air ballooning experience, passengers may not be pregnant at the time of flight, or have had recent surgery or broken bones, and should be able to stand for the duration of the flight (approximately 60 minutes). One should be able to jump off the second step of a ladder and be in good general health. All passengers are required to complete a waiver of liability before the tour.

Cancellation policy

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

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