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Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunset | 3 hours 30 minutes

42 Reviews | Albuquerque
From $225.00 per person Lowest Price Guarantee
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2022 Sunset Experience
2 Adults x $225.00
$450.00
Approx Total
$450.00
Premier Ride Operator: Rainbow Ryders, Inc. is the premier and largest hot air balloon business serving the Southwest since 1983.
Duration: 1 hour: Your flight will be about 45 minutes - 1 hour (depending on Mother Nature), with the entire experience lasting 3 hours.
Celebratory Toast included
Rio Grande Valley views

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Professional guide
  • Snacks
  • Scenic hot air balloon flight
  • Champagne Toast
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

Overview

Soar over the Rio Grande Valley in a hot air balloon on a sunset flight from Albuquerque. As the sun goes down over the mesa, marvel at the dramatic oranges and reds that paint the sky, and see the Sandia Mountains loom over the New Mexico landscape. Your expert pilot shares fascinating commentary about the region that plays host to the world's largest hot air balloon festival each October. Upon landing, enjoy a celebratory toast and light refreshments.

Meeting points

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon

    Sandia Mountains, Rio Grande River, and local wildlife.

    3 hours 30 minutes

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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

December 12100% refund
December 13No 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.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • 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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4.9

42 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 40 reviews with 5 stars

First time flight in Albuquerque

Published on Jan, 2025

Our pilot Troy and the flight crew were awesome. Troy kept us informed of what we’d be doing , step by step, he answered everyone’s questions, and shared stories of his international flights all while emphasizing the importance of safety. Troy clearly loves sharing his passion for ballooning.

Fun ride, great staff!

Published on Jan, 2025

Our balloon ride was a great experience. The flight crew, Anthony, Jerry & Misa, were efficient with prepping for the ride and fun companions on the way to the launch site and back from landing. We felt safe and reassured with their collective experience, and they’re all clearly passionate about ballooning.

Fun time

Published on Dec, 2024

Our pilot and the team were friendly. They answered all of our questions. The ride was a great experience that I can cross off of my bucket list.

Great experience

Published on Dec, 2024

It was one of the pricer ones but they were the only company that had openings. It was a great experience. They had clear instructions and the 3 guys that ran it were nice. The balloon ride was smooth. They offered drinks and a snack while we waited for them to load up.

Sunset over Albequerque.

Published on Dec, 2024

The view of Albuquerque and the surrounding area was amazing. The Ballon pilot and team assigned were very professional.

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