Phoenix Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride
About this activity
Highlights
- Breathtaking aerial views of Phoenix's desert landscape
- Experience the thrill of a hot air balloon ascent
- Capture stunning sunrise photographs from the sky
- Enjoy a peaceful and serene flight over the city
- Celebrate with a traditional post-flight toast
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Scenic hot air balloon flight over Phoenix
- Experienced pilot and crew
- Pre-flight briefing and post-flight celebration
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Flights are subject to weather conditions; cancellations may occur
- Children under 5 years old are not permitted on the flight
- Pregnant women are advised against participating in the flight
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing suitable for early morning temperatures
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning views
- Be prepared for early morning departure times
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Good to know
- Not suitable for pregnant women
- Not recommended for participants with back injuries/problems
- 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, minimum height of 48 inches
- Actual flight time is approximately 1 hour
- When booking, please select weight in pounds or "lb"
- 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).
- 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.
- The total tour time is 3-4 hours if meeting at our check in location or 4-5 hours if utilizing our roundtrip hotel transportation services. The total tour time includes your transfers to our desert launch site, the viewing of the inflation of the balloon, the approximate 45-60 minute hot air balloon ride, post-flight bubbly and bites, as well as the presentation of commemorative flight certificates to take home.
- Our tours take place in the Sonoran Desert, and nature unfortunately does not provide a restroom. Our launch and landing sites vary from day to day dependent upon the winds, typically in remote parts of the desert. While there are usually abundant trees and bushes, there are no restroom facilities available during your trip, so be sure to utilize the restroom pre-flight!
- Though we have the most flyable days per year of anywhere in the country, poor weather can happen. For this reason, we always recommend booking your ballooning excursion early on in your stay so you have alternate date(s) for your flight should there be poor weather on your selected flight date. In the instance of a weather cancellation there is no charge to you, and you can reschedule at your convenience, or cancel your reservation entirely.
Traveler reviews
Great way to start the day!
Girl trip and this was on the the bucket list.. I highly recommend..Jonathon was awesome .. so funny and entertaining. Well worth every penny!
America knew the Irish couple were coming 😂😂😂😂😂
A wonderful Morning,great people we met Fantastic experience,Beautiful Balloons. Well organised with a great Champagne Breakfast. Highly Recommend this experience the service was Brilliant Thank you for the Memories.
unforgettable hot air balloon experience
I had an absolutely unforgettable hot air balloon experience. Our pilot, Jonathan, was skilled, friendly, and made the entire ride feel both safe and exciting. Floating above the landscape was breathtaking, and Jonathan’s commentary added so much fun to the journey. After we landed, the brunch was terrific—delicious food, great atmosphere, and surprisingly entertaining. This was the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation. Highly recommend!
Johnathan (Traditional Spelling) Hot Air Balloon Adventures
The crew was very professional and informative. The captain of my Hot Air Balloon was Johnathan. While on ground the crew was very personable and helpful. While in the air Johnathan engaged with the passengers throughout the ride and made sure we all had a great time. After the ride we had brunch and learned a little about the history of Hot Air Balloons. I would highly this adventure to anyone.
Don’t Look Down-Look Out
The hot air balloon experience was even better than I imagined! The Arizona sunrise was truly spectacular, and the peacefulness and serenity were just wonderful. The air crew was incredibly efficient and confident. Joy was a treat—she drove us to the location and was a customer service champion.