Phoenix Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride with Bubbly + Breakfast
Recommended by 94% of travellers
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Phoenix, USA
- 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Take in gorgeous views of the Sonoran Desert and feel like you’re floating on a cloud during an exhilarating hot-air balloon ride at sunrise from Phoenix. You’ll experience the perfect start to your day followed by Champagne toast and breakfast. Upgrade to include round-trip transport from your hotel for a seamless experience.
- Enjoy spectacular views over the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix Valley
- Includes a Champagne toast and breakfast on the ground afterwards
- Revel in peace, calm, and serenity as panoramic views unfold before you
- Take flight with an experienced FAA-licensed pilot at the controls
What's Included
- 45-60 minute Hot Air Balloon Flight
- Hotel pick-up and drop off (if option selected)
- Commemorative flight certificate
- BreakfastPost-flight you are treated to a champagne or sparkling cider toast and a pre-selected breakfast at your desert landing site.
- Champagne
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off (if option not selected)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 702 W Deer Valley Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85027, USA
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Your day starts with early morning hotel pickup in Phoenix (if option selected), and transfer to Deer Valley Airport, or make your own way there. Once the licensed pilot and experienced crew get your hot air balloon ready for flight, climb inside the basket for the approximate 45-60 minute ride.
You’ll feel almost motionless as your balloon gently leaves the ground. Float with the wind on an airy ride at elevations as high as 5,000 feet (1,524 meters). During your journey, peer out over the Phoenix Valley and enjoy a panoramic vista above the impressive saguaros of the Sonoran Desert.
Exhilaration comes with the sunrise. Upon landing, take part in a ballooning tradition by toasting your aerial tour with chilled Champagne. Then tuck into your breakfast.
You’ll receive a commemorative flight certificate and, if you opted for hotel transport, be dropped off in Phoenix to complete your tour.
You’ll feel almost motionless as your balloon gently leaves the ground. Float with the wind on an airy ride at elevations as high as 5,000 feet (1,524 meters). During your journey, peer out over the Phoenix Valley and enjoy a panoramic vista above the impressive saguaros of the Sonoran Desert.
Exhilaration comes with the sunrise. Upon landing, take part in a ballooning tradition by toasting your aerial tour with chilled Champagne. Then tuck into your breakfast.
You’ll receive a commemorative flight certificate and, if you opted for hotel transport, be dropped off in Phoenix to complete your tour.
Phoenix Sonoran Desert Preserve (Pass By)
Camelback Mountain (Pass By)
Downtown Phoenix (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not suitable for pregnant women
- Not wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- Most travellers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travellers
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Frequently Asked Question (1)
Q:Is parking available at the departure point?
A:Yes - complimentary parking is available at the Deer Valley Airport parking area.
May 2023
The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Cyndi_J
This was a definite highlight of our trip to Phoenix. The flight was smooth, and enjoyable with a very knowledgable pilot. The sunrise view was breathtaking! The breakfast was as nice as is pictured in all the promos. And the danish was delicious! We highly recommend this experience and it is definitely worth every penny spent!
Reviews
4.8
based on 2,111 reviews
Madeline_B, May 2026
Had a great experience. The staff were very nice and friendly. I would recommend using this company.
Kivonnia_B, May 2026
Donn was amazing, he was well experienced and shared a ton of information making me and my friend comfortable throughout the ride. He was kind and I can tell he love what he does. They were organized, kind and friendly!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for flying with us Kivonnia and thank you for sharing about your experience with others! It’s great to hear that Captain Don and his crew worked hard to deliver an exciting and memorable experience! It’s also great that his vast ballooning knowledge helped put your mind at ease and allow you to relax and enjoy the ride. We’re always happy to hear when people are able to see the love for ballooning that all of our pilots have, and we hope that some will rub off on you! Thank you again for your kind words, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
camidarling, May 2026
Amazing experience 🥰definitely I wanna try again
I loved everything I saw and the super sweet pilot
Thank you for all the attention
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for joining us among the clouds Cami and thank you for sharing about your flight with others! It’s wonderful to hear that you had a great flight with our captain and that you enjoyed all of the breathtaking views from high in the sky! Thank you so much again for flying with us, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Channelle_R, May 2026
This was an AMAZING experience! I was so nervous but Don’s sense of humor made it all better. You will not be disappointed.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for joining us among the clouds Chanelle and thank you for sharing about your experience with others! It’s great to hear that Captain Don’s humor helped you relax and enjoy the breathtaking views from high in the sky! Thank you so much for your kind words, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Nathalie_R, May 2026
Had a great time floating across the Arizona skies and the flight crew was awesome. Would definitely recommend if you’re in the phoenix area!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for sharing your kind words with others Nathalie and thank you for flying with us! We’re so happy to hear that you had a great time soaring over the early morning skies with our captain and crew! You can really see their love for ballooning in the hard work they do! Thank you for your recommendation, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Jessica_B, Apr 2026
So peaceful! The crew was super helpful getting my elderly mother in and out of the basket! The champagne celebration at the end was great
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for soaring the skies with us Jessica and thank you for sharing your kind words with others! We’re happy to hear that you and your mom had a wonderful morning seeing the breathtaking views and enjoying the quiet peace at thousands of feet in the air! We’re also happy that our crew’s helpful nature and hard work made the morning all the more convenient and fun! Thank you again for your kind words, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Aziza_J, Apr 2026
Very unorganized. We flew with Don who was great! But everything else was not worth the nearly $300 we spent. The check-in process was disorganized and then we learned the original launch site was cancelled due to high winds so we had to go somewhere else that was an hour away from the meet-up point. The van was okay but for a nearly 2-hour ride round trip it was rough. To make matters worse, they notify me that my hotel is outside of their “pick-up” radius and would require an extra fee on top of the money. I already paid for a hotel pick up. Ridiculous. I rented a car to drive to the meet up spot. So we’re talking about an additional 30 minute drive on top of the two hour round-trip to some desolate area just to fly over people’s homes and buildings. No desert landscape, no sightseeing when we were up in the air. Everything was fine but the minute we landed, we learned that the truck or van with all the champagne and breakfast items was stuck so then we had to wait for another truck to pull it out of whatever ditch it was in because obviously this terrain was unfamiliar to the staff. The breakfast was subpar and so was the champagne, but we got our certificates, had a laugh and was ready to leave after literally being left there for about an hour. When it was finally time to pack up and leave, we traveled MadMax style through this dusty area and had to hold on for dear life just to get back to a main road. It was clear that the staff was not prepared for this Plan B situation. Again the flight was OK, but for my first hot air balloon ride I wish I had gone with a different experience. Would not recommend and would not go again with this company.
Arica_L, Apr 2026
Great experience. Took a little longer than expected. Few mishaps along the way so we were delayed and the experience lasted 4-5 hours instead of 2-3 hours. Overall the staff were friendly and this is definitely something you would want to do.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for joining us among the clouds Arica and thank you for sharing about your flight with others! We’re happy to hear that you had a great morning with our Captain and crew and we’re happy that their positive attitudes and hard work made the morning run smoothly. Our regular tour time is 4-4.5 hours because we need to transport you to and from the desert launch/landing spots and that is usually 45 minutes each way. We appreciate your understanding with the tour length and we’re glad that you still had a wonderful time! Thank you for your kind words, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Natasha_G, Apr 2026
We had an amazing time! Ethan was great with driving us from the hotel pickup to the launch site, making the whole process seamless. Tommy was a fantastic pilot—knowledgeable and friendly, he made the ride smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommend this team for a memorable Phoenix balloon experience!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for soaring the skies with us Natasha and thank you for sharing about your flight with others! We’re happy to hear that you had a wonderful morning thanks to Captain Tommy, Ethan, and the rest of the crew! It’s great to hear that everything from the hotel pickup to the ride itself went smoothly and allowed you to focus on enjoying the fun! Thank you for your recommendation, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Camrain_H, Apr 2026
The experience was amazing, punctual, they explained the rules well and what to expect. Jonathan was our operator and he was charismatic, and knowledgeable. The landing was a little rocky, but it was to be expected as a possibility. Breakfast was good fruit, breakfast burrito and champagne, oj and if you wanted to cut loose make yourself a mimosa. Overall 10/10 experience definitely will book again.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for joining us among the clouds Camrain and thank you for sharing about your experience with others! We’re happy to hear that Captain Jonathan and his crew made sure that you had a great flight by explaining the ballooning process to prepare you for any potential situation. It’s also great to hear that you enjoyed the champagne breakfast after the flight too! Thank you again for your kind words, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
blair_h, Apr 2026
Our ticket had the wrong time and the company’s text was unclear about pick up so we did not get to fly and lost $750. Quite the situation.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Blair, we're so sorry for the confusion and that we weren't able to have you up, up and away with us as planned. The text and email confirmations that were sent both state our departure time and location, and we're sorry if you found this information unclear. We will review these to see how we can be as transparent as possible, and appreciate your feedback. We hope to see you up in the air another time!
Janae_B, Apr 2026
The experience was truly amazing. We got great views and our pilot explained everything along the way. Myself and someone else were celebrating a birthday and they had cake! I loved the team
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for joining us among the clouds Janae and thank you for sharing your kind words with others! It’s great to hear that you had a wonderful morning soaring the skies with our Captain and crew and we’re honored to be a part of your special day! Thank you again for flying with us and for your kind words, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Troy_S, Apr 2026
It was awesome! Fantastic crew and captain. Money well spent. I would do it again. Great experience.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for joining us among the clouds Troy and thank you for sharing about your flight with others! We’re so happy to hear that you had an amazing morning soaring the skies with our Captain and crew, and that you’ve discovered a new love for ballooning! We appreciate your kind words, and we would love to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Natalia_S, Mar 2026
A family business operator with a long experience in this business. Very well organized and customers must get up early
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for flying with us Natalia and thank you for sharing your kind words with others! We’re so happy to hear that you had a wonderful morning with our Captain and crew! We’re glad that the crew’s organization and love for ballooning showed in their hard work! Thank you for supporting our family business, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Phillip_K, Mar 2026
First time and we were a bit anxious. The morning team was great and watching the balloons go up helped with the nerves. Captain Mike…amazing! We’d do this again in a heartbeat!!!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for soaring the skies with us Phillip and thank you for sharing about your experience with others! It’s great to hear that Captain Mike and his crew dissuaded any fears you had for your first ever hot air balloon ride, and that with their hard work and ballooning skills they’ve made you balloon enthusiasts! We appreciate your kind words and hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Priscilla_C, Mar 2026
Dress pretty for the pics. Wear toe closed toe shoe take many pics!
Have so much fun or get engaged 💍
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for soaring the skies with us Priscilla and thank you for sharing about your flight with others! It’s great to hear that you enjoyed seeing the beautiful views and getting to take gorgeous photos of yourselves with the balloons! We’re also happy to be a part of a very special day! Thank you for your kind words, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Jonathan_V, Mar 2026
Excellent experience, we enjoy the ride and the views. It’s a great way to have a peaceful moment and to admire Arizonas beauty.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for flying with us Jonathan and thank you for sharing about your experience with others! It’s wonderful to hear that you had an amazing morning soaring over the Sonoran Desert and seeing the beautiful sunrise views. Thank you again for joining us among the clouds, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Sheila_B, Mar 2026
Mike our captain was very informative the entire ride and a pleasure to fly with. Would highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for flying with us Sheila and thank you for sharing about your flight with others! We’re happy to hear that you had a wonderful morning soaring the skies with Captain Mike and his crew! It’s great that his vast ballooning knowledge and stories kept you entertained and informed the entire time! Thank you for your recommendation, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Gina_C, Mar 2026
This experience flowed with ease, my husband has a fear of heights but was comfortable the entire time. Very surreal to be able to see so much of Arizona at once. My only gripe is how sensitive I was to the heat of the flame whenever it would blow to raise the balloon in my specific spot I was standing in (outmost corner) that I wouldn’t recommend. The breakfast was a nice touch and definitely recommend the ride from the hotel. Super convenient and friendly staff. They also took great pictures for us on our personal phones and offered a $40 package per person to get drone shots!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for soaring the skies with us Gina and thank you for sharing about your flight with others! We’re so happy to hear that you and your husband had a great time flying high above the desert! It’s great to hear that you enjoyed so much of the tour, from your early morning hotel transfers to the breakfast right after landing. We apologize for the discomfort from the burner heat on your head, and we would recommend wearing a hat or hoodie to give a bit more protection next time! We’re happy that you enjoyed all of the photos and footage that we were able to capture for you! Thank you again for your kind words, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Keturah_B, Mar 2026
We had an amazing flight! Would definitely recommend. Our captain John was great and really enjoyed the views
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for joining us among the clouds Keturah and thank you for sharing about your flight with others! It’s great to hear that you had an awesome flight with Captain John and his crew! We appreciate your kind words and hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Cyndi_J, Mar 2026
This was a definite highlight of our trip to Phoenix. The flight was smooth, and enjoyable with a very knowledgable pilot. The sunrise view was breathtaking! The breakfast was as nice as is pictured in all the promos. And the danish was delicious! We highly recommend this experience and it is definitely worth every penny spent!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for soaring the skies with us Cyndi and thank you for sharing about your flight with others! We’re happy to hear that you had a smooth flight while you enjoyed the beautiful sunrise views from high above the Sonoran Desert! It’s also great to hear that you enjoyed the breakfast while coming down from the “high”. Thank you again for your kind words, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Cynthia_C, Mar 2026
Beautiful and amazing experience. Staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and supportive. So fun watching how the balloons get set up.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for flying with us Cynthia and thank you for sharing about your flight with others! We’re happy to hear that you had a wonderful morning soaring the skies with us and that you enjoyed everything including watching the balloons come to life! We’re also happy to hear that the crew helped make your morning even better with their friendly personalities and hard work! Thank you again for your kind words, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Selia_R, Mar 2026
Everything was great with this experience! Hotel pick up and shuttled to balloon launch. Balloon ride was so much smoother than expected. Our Captain Mike was great, very friendly, answered all questions, one lady (I didn't know, part of another group but in our basket) was terrified, she was so scared and Mike talked her through everything answered all her 10,000 questions and kept her very calm. Once we were up and she was very calm and enjoyed the flight and sights. She was very nice but extremely scared and Mike handled her like a pro. Says a lot about the kind of guy he was as someone else may have dismissed her fears and made it a miserable experience for all of us on that flight.
I would totally do this again anytime I am in the area. Keep in mind weather changes cause cancellations... book at the beginning of your trip so if cancelled you have a better chance of getting to do this on another day!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for soaring the skies with us Selia and thank you for sharing about your experience with others! It’s wonderful to hear that you had an amazing time floating above the clouds with Captain Mike and his crew! We’re glad that the morning started out smoothly with the pickup from your hotel and continued to be smooth throughout the peaceful balloon ride. It’s great to hear that Captain Mike made sure every passenger was feeling safe and secure the entire flight thanks to his friendly demeanor, vast ballooning knowledge, and skills! We agree with your tip on booking early in your trip in the event of a weather cancellation, and we’d love to see you up, up, and away again soon! Thank you again for your kind words!
kenneth_t, Feb 2026
Pick up at hotel was on time. Flight was awesome. Staff wonderful. Breakfast classy. Exceeded our exp.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for flying with us Kenneth and thank you for sharing about your experience with others! It’s wonderful to hear that you had an amazing time with our captain and crew from the early morning pickup to the champagne breakfast afterwards! We’re happy that you had an awesome flight with us, and we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Mizz_Y, Feb 2026
People were nice but there’s where we took off was horrible. Garbage everywhere and not a nice sight
We didn’t really go that high. Waste of money
Andreia_I, Feb 2026
10/10 experience even for a solo traveler! Mike was a great pilot and Bruce was a great driver! All of the team members were organized, polite, and showed great hospitality. The breakfast and champagne were also good.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for joining us among the clouds Andreia and thank you for sharing about your flight with others! We’re so happy to hear that you had a great time with Captain Mike, Bruce, and the rest of the crew! It’s also great to hear that you enjoyed the champagne breakfast after your flight. Thank you again for soaring the skies with us, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
JETHO_C, Feb 2026
It was a Great Exprrience. Would highly recommend it to anyone.
It was so peacefully up there and our pilot was great!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for soaring the skies with us Jetho and thank you for sharing about your flight with others! We’re so happy to hear that you had an amazingly peaceful flight with our captain and crew! We appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Amy_Y, Feb 2026
This was an amazing experience. From booking to the end, Hot Air Expeditions was very informative and responsive. Our original flight was canceled because of wind, but we were easily able to reschedule for the next day. We felt very safe and informed on the ride. The ride in the air was extremely peaceful. The breakfast after landing was great (veggie breakfast burrito, apple turnover, and apple slices with mimosas). Our pilot, Matt, was knowledgeable and funny. Jen, our van driver, was great about getting pictures of our group and took video of our takeoff. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for flying with us Amy and thank you for sharing about your flight with others! We’re happy to hear that you had a wonderful time soaring the skies with Captain Matt, Jen, and the crew! We appreciate your understanding with the cancellation of your original flight; your safety is our number one priority so sometimes it’s necessary! We’re happy to hear that you enjoyed the champagne breakfast after the peaceful flight and that you felt completely safe. Thank you for sharing your kind words with others, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
Imoni_B, Feb 2026
I booked this same excursion with a friend 4 years ago and I’m happy to say that 4 years later the experience remains top notch! Our pilot John and driver/balloon chaser Jim were great. We booked with hotel transport which was seamless and informative as our driver gave us lots of information during our ride to the meeting point. The entire flight crew was welcoming and friendly, gave clear safety instructions and didn’t hesitate to make the birthday we were celebrating extra special. 1000/10, I’m certain I’ll be back a 3rd time.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for joining us among the clouds Imoni and thank you for sharing your kind words with others! We’re thrilled to have you back for another hot air adventure and we’re happy to hear that this time was just as exciting as the first! It’s wonderful to hear that you had an amazing experience starting with the hotel pickup with Jim and finishing with cake in the desert to celebrate your special day! We’re happy that you had a great flight with Captain John and the crew! Thank you so much again for your kind words, we look forward to seeing you up, up, and away again!
Nicola_H, Feb 2026
This is a must do!! The company was professional and added the small details like the breakfast at the end of the ride. I will for sure book again. It was my husband’s bday and they got a cake for him!! Exceptional service!!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for flying with us Nicola and thank you for sharing about your experience with others! We’re happy to hear that your husband’s birthday celebration was made extra special by soaring the skies and enjoying a yummy cake in the desert! We’re also glad that you got to enjoy the beautiful views and smooth ride. Thank you again for your kind words, we hope to see you up, up, and away again soon!
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