Phoenix Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Take in the beautiful Arizona Sonoran Desert 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 and catered fare in the heart of the desert, the perfect start to the day.
Additional Info
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 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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Post-flight you are treated to a champagne or sparkling cider toast and a pre-selected breakfast at your desert landing site.
45-60 minute Hot Air Balloon Flight
Champagne
Hotel pick-up and drop off (if option selected)
Commemorative flight certificate
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off (if option not selected)
What To Expect
Phoenix Sonoran Desert Preserve
All hot air balloon tours 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
Enjoy stunning views of iconic Camelback Mountain in the heart of the Phoenix Valley. You pilot will share the history of this fascinating city and will point out local wildlife and plant life.
Options
6am Flight +Hotel Transfers
6:30am Flight +Hotel Transfers
5:30am Flight+ Hotel Transfers
4:45am Flight Meet at Airport
5:30am Meet at Airport
5am Flight +Hotel Transfers
6:15am Flight Meet at Airport
4:30am Flight Meet at Airport
4:45am Flight +Hotel Transfers
5am Flight Meet at Airport
6am Flight Meeting at DVT
6:15am Flight +Hotel Transfers
5:45am Flight Meet at Airport
6:30am Flight Meet at Airport
5:45am Flight+ Hotel Transfers
5:15am Flight Meet at Airport
5:15am Flight +Hotel Transfers
4:30am Flight +Hotel Transfers
Reviews
1,970 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful, well run...
Andrea D,
Jul 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00Beautiful, well run experience. Love it that they pick you up at the hotel. The silence of ballooning is incredible. Would highly recommend. Breakfast was nice.
A little expensive but nice !
Nashaya G,
Jul 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00So cute and fun. A quick flight in the air with a great view. Then breakfast with mimosas and burritos. I loved it
Our pilot Don was great-...
Maria H,
Jul 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our pilot Don was great- passionate about his work. We felt super safe. The breakfast with champagne and certificate was a nice touch. A wonderful experience. Just wish we got closer to the mountains.
Amazing experience
Shawna G,
Jul 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing views. Staff was energetic, knowledgeable, funny, professional….they put everyone at ease. Most calming experience I’ve yet to encounter. The meal at the end was great and more than enough. Experience early July and weather was perfection. I’d suggest anyone to experience, definitely coming back.
Great Experience!
Darren S,
Jun 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00What an awesome experience! Everyone was knowledgeable and friendly, from our driver Preston to our pilot Jonathan. The open-air breakfast afterwards continued the great time. A definite recommendation from me.
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