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Lake Tahoe Balloons

Hwy 50, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96151
Ranked #3 of 16 tours in South Lake Tahoe
5.0 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
Type: Tours
Owner description: Lake Tahoe Balloons proudly presents one of the most beautiful and unique hot air balloon adventures in the world. Inflate, launch and land on the...... more » Owner description: Lake Tahoe Balloons proudly presents one of the most beautiful and unique hot air balloon adventures in the world. Inflate, launch and land on the world's only U.S.C.G. certified aircraft carrier vessel for hot air balloons. Operates approximately May thru October, seven days a week, weather permitting. Early morning departures. Includes continental breakfast, boat cruise, approximately a one hour flight, traditional champagne toast and souvenir. Reservations required. « less
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Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2012
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We bought a hot air balloon ride from Lake Tahoe Balloons. It was an awesome experience over 3,000 feet above the beautiful Lake Tahoe. The crew is first class. They take you out on the lake on a big pontoon boat, then you watch as the crew inflates the huge balloon. The basket holds up to 16 people and then... More

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Secane, Pennsylvania
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 31, 2011
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This was the best adventure. It was great a first for me and amazing to see the balloon go off and land on a boat. Awesome scenery! All the guys are great -- the captain and ballonist are outstanding very professional. I felt safe and secure. The lake was splendid and the temperature was perfect. More

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Germany
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 16, 2011
3
people found this review helpful

the only company that launches a hot air balloon from a ship! its well worth the money and the early start in the morning. everything is well organized. - breakfast - boat ride at sunrise to the launch site on the lake. - great explanations when they prepare the balloon. - helpfull and dedicated taff usually they do two launches... More

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South Lake Tahoe, California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 20, 2011
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Although I'm afraid of heights I agreed to try this as we had family in town who love to hot air balloon. From the moment I booked the reservation the professionalism of the staff was outstanding. This is the only hot air balloon in the world that leaves from the deck of a boat in water (seeing the balloon inflated... More

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Middletown, Rhode Island
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 15, 2011
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OK, so I’m afraid of heights. But when my wife suggested a flight with Lake Tahoe Balloons, I put on a brave face and agreed. It’s true, this is a once in a lifetime adventure. We were up before dawn, and the chilly air did nothing to dispel the excitement. The weather was gorgeous, and the friendly and professional balloon... More

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Senior Contributor
29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 9, 2011

The most memorable and amazing views of Lake Tahoe. The staff is outstanding and we loved every minute of it. It is worth getting up at 5:30am to be a part of this experience. Breakfast is provided and after the balloon ride, the lake cruise is just as beautiful. Worth the money in every way. For those that are afraid... More

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Portland, OR
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 29, 2011

100% worth the money. Fantastic excursion, fantastic service, experience of a life time. More

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LaGrange, Kentucky
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 9, 2011
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Wow! Spectacular! Beautiful! Words that jump to mind when my wife daughter and I took a ride on a hot air balloon over Lake Tahoe. Admittedly, we were a little nervous when booking (did it just few days in advance of ride), but those nerves moved the excitement the night before. We were in Tahoe in late June so the... More

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Los Angeles, California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 7, 2011

Amazing crew, amazing location! An out of the world experience! IMHO, a trip to lake tahoe without a ride on the balloon is incomplete. Period. The captain of the ship, the pilot and the entire crew is inargubly one of the finest crew you will ever meet. Thorough professionals and super hosts! Been into photography for some years now, but... More

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San Francisco, California
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 6, 2010
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This balloon trip was absolutely fantastic! From the beginning to the end everything was perfect! We were warmly welcomed on the boat, where a delicious breakfast was waiting for us. There was coffee, tea, muffins, cheese& crackers, fruits and more. The lake is beautiful and the water is so amazingly clear. The boat staff was so friendly, helpful and entertaining... More

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