Bestseller

Rio Grande River Valley Flight

4.52

4.5(155 reviews)

3 hours 30 minutes

English

Mobile ticket

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Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Choosing our launch sights daily makes it a lot more likely your flight is successful. Ballooning is dependent upon the weather and having such a large radius we fly in gives us a much higher likelihood of having a slow soft landing.

We offer private flights as well as group flights. We can accommodate almost any requests and we would be happy to do so.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

You must be able to get into the basket and stand continuously for an hour.

Children under 5 are not allowed to ride

Weight limitations might apply

What To Expect

Albuquerque

We fly within a 30 mile radius of Albuquerque, New Mexico. We choose our launch sight to give you safest as well as the most scenic flight.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Rio Rancho

During days that will have a lot of balloons activity we plan our flights in the Rio Rancho area (north of Albuquerque) in order to show you all of the balloons flying for competitions.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Rio Grande River Valley Flight

What‘s Included

Mimosas or nonalcoholic options are available. Only 18 years old and above are allowed to have alcoholic beverages

Air-conditioned vehicle

Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews

4.52

155 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

128

Trip was cancelled due to...
Lee C,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00
Trip was cancelled due to another couple not turning up. We were told mininum of 4 people were required for weight reasons. Disappointing as this was our only chance on our trip to fit this in . Full refund given
Perfect
bryankD9103RX,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Everything was perfect, as an added bonus they provided mimosas after the trip!
Cruising in the Valley
Q6510OSbridgetg,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Phenomenal trip! It was great to learn from the crew a before flying about planning considerations, the origin story of ballooning, and local connections working the balloon community. We’re so thankful we found their outfit!
Amazing!!
Road47223639920,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was outstanding! Brittany and her staff were amazing and super friendly! They are all so knowledgeable. It is a must!
Gentle floating at 1000 ft
brucerP5904SX,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Beautiful gentle float over Rio Grande Valley at sunrise.
smooth flight
Dondi p,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was beautiful! everything went smoothly! beautiful views! we had an excellent pilot. hard working crew. we learned a lot and the mimosa, snacks and history of balloons was nice touch.
It’s a great experience...
Randy B,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
It’s a great experience to look forward to, come out and enjoy. Everybody is very pleasant and very knowledgeable.
Implied, &mainly Implicated advertisements to lighten up a mood.
Valerie B,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00
Actual facts are explained about the experience and rides, I’m still not comprehending on how this works, so the ride consists of where the wind takes us I assume and no alcoholic beverages are served on the rides.
A Rio Grande adventure!
RBrian L,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was amazing! From beginning to end, it was a learning experience, watching how the balloons filled with air and then fire gently lift it off ground. A smooth experience, peaceful following the Rio Grande over farm land and Hills. Our man Lewis met us and entertained us on our way to the lift off spot. He was a great host.
Route 66 opportunity
lorih593,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This is a great experience! Even if you are afraid of heights , it is a must do! From the owner, to ground crew to the pilots all are well trained and knowledgeable ! The experience is once in the lifetime. Views are awesome!