Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise

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Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Professional guide
Light snacks after the flight
Scenic hot air balloon flight
Champagne toast

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities

Overview

Float over the Rio Grande Valley during a sunrise hot-air balloon flight from Albuquerque, home of the largest hot-air balloon festival in the world. As the sun comes up over the Sandia Mountains, admire the dramatic reds and oranges that fill the sky, and learn about the features of the New Mexico landscape from your expert pilot. Upon landing, enjoy a celebratory toast and light refreshments.

Meeting points

Please check in at our office location.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon

Rise early to begin your hot-air balloon experience. Stop into the office for check-in, then ride to the balloon launch site (which varies day-to-day depending on weather). Your pilot begins the process of inflating the balloon when you arrive. You can even help out the crew during the inflation process for a more hands-on experience. As you float high above the ground, enjoy incredible birds-eye views of the Rio Grande Valley. Your pilot determines the route for the day depending on the wind’s direction. You may fly over the city of Albuquerque and even dip low enough to wave at people or skim the Rio Grande River. Throughout your flight, your pilot shares informative commentary about the landscape beneath you. After approximately one hour in the air, your pilot lands the balloon and the ground crew comes to meet you. Celebrate your flight with a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and a commemorative flight certificate before returning to the original starting point.

4 hours

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 5 years
Not recommended for participants with knee problems
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
Flights can only be operated with safe winds, clear sky and no rain. In case of unsuitable weather conditions, you will be provided the option to take the tour on an alternative date or be refunded in full.
Unable to fly anyone who is pregnant
This is a shared basket flight, there will be anywhere from 10-16 total passengers in each basket

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund

February 06No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Private Hot Air Balloon Experience!

Published on Jan, 2025

We had an unforgettable experience taking a private hot air balloon ride with our kids! While I was initially a bit nervous, the staff were so kind and reassuring that I quickly felt at ease. The entire ride was absolutely breathtaking, with stunning views that made the experience truly magical. To top it off, we received a certificate of completion and a champagne toast to celebrate at the end. I would definitely book another ride with Rainbow Ryders, it was an incredible adventure!

You want Alfred at Rainbow Ryders!

Published on Jan, 2025

Alfred was AWESOME! Super nice guy and excellent pilot! I was totally prepared for a rough landing with an overturned basket and a pile of bodies - but NOT AT ALL. Unbelievably smooth landing…we just sat down in a parking lot - it was crazy how easy it was! And the rest of the team was super nice and engaging as well! Couldn’t have had a better flight and would highly recommend!! Thank you for your awesomeness, guys!

Mr. Salazar and his crew...

Published on Jan, 2025

Mr. Salazar and his crew were amazing! They made this experience one to remember! Everyone was very kind and welcoming!

Just an all around...

Published on Jan, 2025

Just an all around incredibly wonderful experience! Troy and his team were did a fantastic job from beginning to end.

Must try at least once

Published on Jan, 2025

Our pilot Alfred was awesome. Flight itself was calm. View would have been even better if it wasn’t cloudy.

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