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Lake Tahoe Balloons

Hwy 50, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96151
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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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Toronto, ON
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 21, 2012

This was a wonderful hot air ballooning experience for us. The balloon is launched and lands on a barge in the middle of Lake Tahoe, which is unique in itself. It was facinating to watch the captain and crew inflate and deflate the balloon on the barge. We had so many people that they did two flights so it was... More

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San Diego, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 14, 2012

My husband and I went to lake tahoe in october for our anniversary. We enjoyed a hot air balloon ride. Both of us are not that social, but the experience was wonderful! the crew was very reassuring for those of us who had any worries about the ride. It was exciting and fun, the views were breath taking. The crew... More

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Dallas, TX
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 3, 2012

Hot air ballooning over Lake Tahoe was simply the most incredible experience. It's almost too amazing to describe. So, I'll comment on the professionalism of the crew and service. Continental breakfast and hot coffee amongst new friends was a great way to start the (early) morning. The crew kept us all posted on weather conditions and how they would determine... More

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Turlock, California, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 1, 2012

We loved our balloon ride. The crew were amazing and fun. A hot air balloon ride was my only requirement on our honeymoon. And WOW this was worth it. It waw fun to go out on a boat to get on the balloon. The ship Captian, Harley, had great ideas on where to eat... in fact the whole crew was... More

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Farmington Hills, Michigan, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 18, 2012

This is worth every penney! Once in a lifetime experience with a professional, courteous, and friendly crew. This tour gave me such an appreciation for ballooning and the work that is involved in one flight. Thanks for such a great experience that was exhilirating as well as informative!

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Andover, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 10, 2012 via mobile

The people running the event are well learned and committed to your safety. We went out with 12 individuals in the basket. It was quite comfortable and everyone could see. When you arrived they served a continental breakfast and had jackets and blankets for your comfort. The ride over Tahoe was amazing. After the ride they served mimosas. Great event.... More

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Tallahassee, Florida, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 8, 2012

I did lake Tahoe balloons and loved every minute! The crew was fun, knowledgable, and helpful. The balloon trip was amazzzzzziinngg! I highly recommend doing this!

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Montana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 23, 2012

Lake Tahoe Balloons are a first class operation and I can't recommend them enough. The flight experience is wonderful, the very experienced crew are great fun and the scenery is exceptional. There was a second flight the day we went up, so both groups were able to see the launch and landing from both the boat and the air. The... More

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Phoenix, Arizona
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 15, 2012

I must start by saying that I'm generally uncomfortable with heights, but this was a non-issue on the balloon ride. We went up 4k feet over the lake and I never felt nervous or uncomfortable at all. The crew is super friendly and talkative which added to our enjoyment. The views are spectacular. I can't imagine a better way to... More

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Medford, Oregon, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 31, 2012

This trip was definitely worth the price. We got a cruise, a balloon ride, a nice breakfast and mimosas. The views were spectacular, and the crew's delightful love of balloons was the icing on the cake. What a great way to celebrate our 10 year anniversary.

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