Hot Air Balloon Tours

Ever since the Montgolfier Brothers created the first hot air balloon in 1783, mankind has been fascinated with the idea of seeing the world from a gigantic balloon. Certainly for most people, taking a ride in a hot air balloon is probably on their wish list of things they would love to do.

Quite rightly so!

To see the world from high up in the sky is one of life’s great pleasures. Nothing can beat the experience of watching the sun rise while you drift along effortlessly, the landscape beneath you stretching away into the distance like a gigantic patchwork quilt.

Better yet, imagine enjoying a spectacular attraction like the Grand Canyon from way up high. It looks amazing from the ground, but from thousands of feet in the sky, it would be truly mind blowing. From the moment your balloon rises up into the sky, the sound of the burners roaring in your ears until silence reigns and you drift along through the chilly dawn air, you will be hooked.

Hot air balloon rides are a wonderful way to see the countryside. Whether you choose to take a ride locally, or somewhere more dramatic like the Valley of the Kings in Egypt, it will be an experience you are unlikely to forget in a hurry. The world is a different place from a hot air balloon, so take the opportunity to it from a whole new perspective.

A hot air balloon ride is a great gift. If the thought of taking a ride yourself scares you to death, why not give a ride gift certificate to a friend or loved one. If it scares them too, they can always transfer it to somebody else. Alternatively, why not celebrate an important anniversary by booking a balloon ride—you can enjoy a traditional champagne toast high with your loved one, high above the world. Nothing beats watching the sun rise from a hot air balloon. Both children and adults will love the experience.

Balloon rides are a very popular activity in many vacation destinations, from Orlando in Florida, to Napa Valley in California. Balloon rides are a fantastic way to take your vacation to a whole new level.

Flights in a hot air balloon will generally last about one hour, but you can expect to spend around 3-4 hours in total due to safety briefings prior to the ride. If dawn is too early for you and you prefer a lie in, many hot air balloon operators also have flights at dusk. Balloon rides are dependent on weather conditions on the morning of the flight so be aware your ride may be canceled at short notice.

Safety is a very important feature of all hot air balloon rides and balloon pilots have to be FAA licensed and insured, so you can rest assured that no matter which company you choose to take a flight with, your personal safety will come first. However, before you book a balloon ride, always check the credentials of the company you are thinking of using.