Phoenix Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise
Recommended by 97% of travelers
Phoenix, USA
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Enjoy a picturesque hot-air balloon flight over the Sonoran Desert—and check off your bucket list—on this sunrise flight. Experience 360-degree desert views that most other Phoenix visitors miss, all while floating effortlessly across the sky at dawn. At the end of your flight, celebrate with a traditional Champagne toast and light refreshments.
- This small-group flight helps ensure a personal experience
- Enjoy a bucket-list experience on a hot-air balloon flight in Phoenix
- Admire the sunrise and panoramic views of the Sonoran Desert
- Champagne and light refreshments are provided upon landing
What's Included
- Hot-air balloon flight
- Local taxes
- Alcoholic BeveragesChampagne toast
- Gratuities
- Souvenir Merchandise (available to purchase)
- No Hotel Pick Up service
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 7934 N Glen Harbor Blvd, Glendale, AZ 85307, USA
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
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Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon Ride Co.
4 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Must be able to stand for 60 minutes unassisted
- Must be able to sustain the impact of jumping off a chair
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
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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
Roderica_C
The Rainbow Ryders hot air balloon ride was a wonderful experience. My friends and I truly enjoyed ourselves. We got to see the world in a different lens and it was amazing. Unfortunately, due to weather concerns, we missed the sunrise by a little bit, but I can appreciate that the safety of each passenger was their first priority. Our pilot Jesse N. was reassuring, kind, and thorough especially during take-off and landing. At the very end, we enjoyed a champagne toast! I would definitely recommend their company, and we will be booking again!
Reviews
4.9
based on 729 reviews
Mark_S, Mar 2026
Jesse (the pilot) made everyone so comfortable with his expertise. First class operation. Would recommend to anyone looking add to their bucket list. Wife was hesitant ‘fear of heights’, and cannot wait to fly again! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Tina_K, Mar 2026
Great experience. The crew was efficient and knew what they were doing. They were also easy to talk to.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your review. We’re glad to hear you had a great experience and that our crew made you feel comfortable and well taken care of.
We hope to welcome you back for another flight in the future.
Kaila_G, Mar 2026
Kyle was an awesome hot air balloon pilot and tour guide! He was humorous and knowledgeable of his craft and the geology of the area. Good times!!
Becky_K, Mar 2026
Our experience with rainbow riders was top notch. Jon, who was our balloon captain did an awesome job and so did the crew with takeoff and landing Jon was very knowledgeable about the surrounding area and answered everybody’s questions in the balloon. It was well worth the early wake up call!!! Beautiful all around. Definitely do for a bucket list trip!
Charlie_L, Mar 2026
Not worth it. Was a bust. Didn't go much farther from where we lifted and they said they can't go near the mountains/lake anymore.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your feedback. Because hot air balloons travel with the wind, every flight path is determined by the weather conditions that day and what our pilots determine is the safest route. We truly appreciate you giving the experience a try and hope you were still able to enjoy the peaceful beauty of being up in the air.
Elizabeth_A, Feb 2026
J. Roholt was the most incredible pilot ever. Please do yourself a favor and request him you will not be disappointed. He easily turned what could’ve been a 7-8 star experience into a solid 10. Thank you so much for loving what you do. It shows & it makes our experience all the better.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear that J. Roholt made your flight an unforgettable experience. It’s wonderful to know his passion and skill elevated your adventure to a perfect 10. We truly appreciate you flying with us and hope to welcome you back for another incredible ride soon!
Jasmine_C, Feb 2026
Arrive to the center and they take you on a van ride to where you will take off. Very fun. 14 mph but felt slower than an elevator. Kyle, my pilot, was awesome. Informative and I can appreciate him keeping us in the loop the whole time. Champagne at the end was just the cherry on top. He was awesome. Ground crew were awesome. Didn’t have to wait for them. Snacks at the end! Thanks Kyle for an awesome trip in the basket.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for the great review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the flight, snacks, and champagne, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Kyle and the ground crew. We’d love to have you fly with us again soon!
David_R, Jan 2026
It was spectacular! Weather was perfect and the sunrise trip was magical. Kyle, our pilot was fun and made the experience so enjoyable.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that the weather was perfect and that your sunrise ride was magical. 🌅 Kyle will be so happy to know he helped make your flight fun and enjoyable. We’d love to see you back for another spectacular adventure soon!
Sherrian_G, Jan 2026
CJ was our tour guide and he was fantastic. He had allot of energy and his enthusiasm made the ride interesting plus fun! I would definitely recommend this excursion and doing it at sunrise gave it a beautiful touch!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad to hear that CJ’s energy and enthusiasm made your sunrise ride both fun and memorable. Your recommendation means a lot, and we’d love to welcome you back for another adventure in the sky sometime!
Linda_G, Jan 2026
Price was good. Experience was fabulous! A check off on my bucket list. Jon T was our pilot and he did such a great job. History, context, etc. Up and down was so smooth, we just glided. I have “height” issues and my daughter has “stomach” issues. Neither were a problem. Did the morning ride. Watching the sun come up was special. The champagne toast after landing was a nice touch. Overall highly recommend
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that the experience was a bucket-list checkoff and that everything—from the smooth flight to the champagne toast—made it so memorable.
Jon T will be especially happy to hear your kind words. His knowledge, storytelling, and smooth piloting truly make a difference, and we’re glad you felt comfortable and at ease throughout the flight. It’s also great to hear that both your height and stomach concerns weren’t an issue—that’s exactly the experience we strive to provide.
Watching the sunrise from the sky is truly something special, and we’re honored you chose to share that moment with us. Thank you again for the high recommendation—we hope to welcome you back for another flight in the future!
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