Wine Country Join-in Flight
Recommended by 95% of travelers
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Napa & Sonoma, USA
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Soar above Sonoma and Napa on this award-winning hot air balloon tour, launching at sunrise from a private airport site. Glide peacefully over vineyards, canyons, and into Napa Valley, away from the crowds below. Enjoy sweeping views from the Mayacamas Mountains to the San Francisco skyline. Your all-inclusive experience features pre-flight snacks, stunning scenery, and a celebratory champagne toast, making it an unforgettable way to see wine country.
- Go for an exciting ride in a hot air balloon and enjoy panoramic views of the California countryside
- See the vineyards of Napa Valley and Sonoma from above
- Toast to a successful trip with a complimentary glass of champagne post-flight
- Bilingual Spanish pilot available
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Snacks
- Champagne post flight toast
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 21870 8th St E, Sonoma, CA 95476, USA
Please look for the flashing yellow lights which will lead you to our parking lot. Upstairs is the flight lounge. See you there!
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Sonoma Skypark 0Q9 (Pass By)
Sonoma (Pass By)
Carneros Valley (Pass By)
1
Napa Valley
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- *260 pound individual passenger weight limit. Passengers weighing over 260 pounds will need to purchase an extra seat for passenger safety.
- Ballooning is not appropriate for: Infants or young children (under the age of 8 yrs/57 inches tall)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Douglas_T
This experience will be better than any expectation you have. So smooth, the views are like nothing you can imagine pilot Jeff was funny, and very informative on everything that was going on. Such a smooth ride. You’re like a cloud floating through the beautiful sky of Sonoma!! It won’t be our last time flying in a hot air balloon.
Reviews
4.8
based on 276 reviews
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Mashawn_K, Jul 2026
This was an experience of a lifetime. Nacho was an amazing pilot. He taught us so much about the different types of crops in Napa Valley and he taught us about the ballon itself. He was so patient and knowledgeable about the Valley and a very experienced pilot. I would definitely recommend this ballon ride to anyone.
Michael_F, Jul 2026
We had a great balloon experience from start to finish. Our pilot, Nacho, was very personable, knowledgeable, and made us feel comfortable throughout the entire ride. He shared interesting information, answered questions, and helped make the experience even more enjoyable. Overall, it was a memorable and well-run adventure that we would definitely recommend.
Tamara_G, Jul 2026
Staff was very engaging, made us feel comfortable and safe! They were a well oiled machine as far as working together the whole time ! Beautiful views and informative about the whole area we were seeing, explained other places to visit while we were in town!
Jeffrey_F, Jun 2026
Outstanding experience!! My husband was afraid of heights but he said it was incredible and smoother than he thought. The ride was smooth and had a breathtaking view! Beautiful day
Rob_F, Jun 2026
Fantastic experience, Matteo was amazing. Had to go towards Sacramento to avoid the fog and clouds but it was well worth it
Vijaya_P, Jun 2026
Good experience...hope you will refund Prashant 's charge as he couldn't fly because you rescheduled
Toni_S, Jun 2026
Pilot Mateo was skilled & knowledgeable. Balloon ride was EPIC. I didn’t image it could be so much fun.
Ruth_M, Jun 2026
I had to give a rating to be able to leave a review. The 5 stars is misleading because the flight was cancelled twice— once for rain and the second day it was too windy. However, we were informed in a timely manner and the money was quickly refunded, so in that sense it does get a good review. Next time I am in the area I will book for earlier in my trip so that if the weather doesn’t cooperate I can hopefully still manage to fit it in
Teresa_R, May 2026
Our hot air balloon experience was absolutely unforgettable! From start to finish, everything was well organized and professional. Our pilot, Mateo, was outstanding—calm, knowledgeable, and experienced.
The scenery was breathtaking. Watching the sunrise from above and floating peacefully over beautiful landscapes was truly magical. It was an experience we will never forget.
Jonathan_M, May 2026
Great experience! Mateo was a fabulous pilot and the crew was exceptional!! Select with confidence and enjoy the beauty of Northern California!!
Sarah_F, May 2026
Great morning activity. Jeff was a great host and made it a memorable experience. Was chilly to start but warmed up quickly
Aimee_S, Apr 2026
This was a wonderful experience. My husband is afraid of heights but he wasn't scared at all. We enjoyed beautiful views and our pilot was a lot of fun too.
Douglas_T, Apr 2026
This experience will be better than any expectation you have. So smooth, the views are like nothing you can imagine pilot Jeff was funny, and very informative on everything that was going on. Such a smooth ride. You’re like a cloud floating through the beautiful sky of Sonoma!! It won’t be our last time flying in a hot air balloon.
Kim_H, Apr 2026
Lovely experience and Nacho was a good pilot and storyteller. Being over vineyards is a great start to any day. I liked that the basket was divided into sections which keeps the weight balanced. Our group took photos for each other to capture the moments.
Note: you'll be in the air for 1 hour and based on wind speed, we traveled 5 miles.
Logistics: easy to follow and plenty of follow-ups. Lighted signs were an asset
Theresa_A, Apr 2026
This is unreliable company,my thought it was not about the weather, probably more like they have issue or have less passenger that sign up.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
He Theresa,
First, I am sorry we missed the mark in this with you. If there’s anything we can do give us a call.
Second, to address your points no local company flew as there was a high speed wind advisory issued by NOAA for gust up to 35 at higher elevations. Making balloon flight unsafe.
Since we are the only hot air balloon repair station in the area, the other company actually was in our shop so we could fix their equipment.
Manuel_T, Mar 2026
Great times we had a big group and work out , very organize and save. So good we are doin it again. the staff super friendly
Miriam_O, Mar 2026
Great experience! Best birthday gift! Seeing the beautiful sunrise and views. Our pilot was Mateo and he was awesome! The ride was not scary at all in fact it was smooth and safe. Worth doing this activity if you are considering. My partner was afraid of heights but once we started going up the fear went away. Again great experience!
Rebecca_L, Mar 2026
Bucket List done! An amazing experience. The staff was wonderful. Our pilot, Nacho, did a great job and provided us with lots of great information. Thank you all!
Kathy_J, Mar 2026
Wonderful experience!! The views were so beautiful and the pilot was very professional and educational. I could have stayed in that basket all day.
Arthur_E, Mar 2026
Amazing balloon ride over Sonoma and Napa. Great experience and flight. The team at Sonoma Ballooning are nice and detailed. You can tell they are experienced in what they do. Mateo was a great pilot.
Mario_C, Mar 2026
The experience was amazing. The whole staff was friendly and knowledgeable about their jobs and the surrounding landscape. Our flight attendant was Jeff a funny and happy person. I would recommend to all that visit Napa to do this experience.
jberger2916, Mar 2026
Fabulous experience. Pilots were extremely knowledgeable about the area. Mateo was helpful and gave us a smooth ride and landing. Pilots had years of experience.
Brandi_B, Mar 2026
It was a wonderful experience. The flight leaves at dawn with the other travelers that have booked that day. The pilot will take your picture in front on the balloon which was super helpful to me as a solo traveler. The flight will only take off if the weather is optimal. They rescheduled my flight because the first day was too windy. This assured me that safety was their top priority. It was a once in a lifetime experience with a trusted and experienced company.
Sakina_J, Feb 2026
Horrible company! Communication is key! My experience was canceled on 2/26 d/t issues with the weather/fog, definitely understandable. It was rebooked directly with the company for 2/27. Arrived at the location on 2/27 at 6:30 am and no one was there. Keep in mind both days I set up an Uber do transportation, on the 26th the pilot didn’t call until 30 minutes prior to cancel so I was charged a fee for canceling the Uber late. On 2/27 the Uber driver was nice enough to stay because it was so early and dark. He stayed with us and eventually brought us back to our hotel the grand total for both days was $125. I waited until 9am to call the company and they blamed it on Viator. I asked them how was that possible when I spoke directly with them for the rebooking. So my birthday trip was ruined because I really wanted to do the ballon ride as part of it. Find another company to book your balloon ride with…not Sonoma Balloning!!!
Eileen_D, Feb 2026
Better than expected . It’s peaceful and majestic . Our pilot Mateo from millenium falcon yesterday was very cool. Thank you for a majestic experienced.
Ashley_O, Feb 2026
This was so exciting to do. I went solo and felt comfortable the entire time. The location, the team, the balloon, the views, the complimentary champagne, everything as great :)
Joey_P, Jan 2026
The ride was convenient and stable. My partner who isn’t very comfortable with heights was able to fully enjoy the ride. The views were great and will probably be better in grape season
Jessica_N, Jan 2026
This was a bucket list item for me and did not disappoint. It was so peaceful and beautiful that many times I described it as floating through a dream. The crew and our pilot, Nacho, were the absolute best. This is a "must do" experience!
Joanna_R, Jan 2026
Amazing experience, the team is amazing and so nice. The pilot Mateo is 😍 the best.
Highly recommended.
Julia_H, Dec 2025
Everything was great we felt very safe and the flight was beautiful. Our pilot was very knowledgeable and friendly.
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