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Hot Air Expeditions

2243 E. Rose Garden Loop, Suite #1, Phoenix, AZ 85024
18008317610
Ranked #11 of 124 attractions in Phoenix
4.5 of 5 stars 85 Reviews
Owner description: Hot Air Expeditions provides daily hot air balloon flights year round. We've been operating locally in the Valley of the Sun for over 20 years and...... more » Owner description: Hot Air Expeditions provides daily hot air balloon flights year round. We've been operating locally in the Valley of the Sun for over 20 years and voted the "best ballooning in Phoenix" by Fodor's Travel for 16 years in a row. Get Carried Away with us in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area! It's one of the most amazing ways to see the Sonoran Desert and the valley. « less
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Edmonton, Canada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

I am someone who prefers for my feet to remain in contact with the ground and does not like heights, I am so glad I found the courage to do the Hot Air Expedition!!! I watched nervously as the crew was inflating the hot air balloon, as I was climbing into the basket thinking to myself "I must be nuts".... More

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Columbus, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

This was the most outstanding adventure to experience. The Captain, Tommy Brown, was just awesome. He made our trip up, up and away such a wonderful experience. We climbed up to approximately 5500 feet. We were above the other balloons most of the time. WOW, what a site.The ride was soooo smooth and the views were just breathtaking. Tommy was... More

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Livonia, Michigan
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

What a fantastic experience!! We watched the crew and pilot inflate the hot air balloon. Then, we quickly climbed into the hot air balloon and we were off. The ride lasted about an hour and we reached 3,000 feet above the ground. It was a calm and relaxing experience. It was great to be floating in the sky and watch... More

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Westlake, Ohio
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

I would highly recommend this excursion. It was a wonderful experience. Our pilot Patrick was experienced, knowledgable and made everyone feel very comfortable. You are floating I the sky and you felt so safe. We would highly recommend it. The champaign breakfast at the end was a delightful finish to the morning. More

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Denver, Colorado
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

It was a great first hot air balloon ride. Along with the champagne brunch the Pilot Mike and team treated us very well and professional, but also made it fun. More

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Vancouver
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24 reviews 24 reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

Floating quietly (well most of the trip)over the desert, you'll get a fabulous 360° view of the valley, mountains, mesas, and homes from this bucket-list expedition. And after the flight, a gourmet breakfast with Champagne to celebrate! More

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Danville, California
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

This was the best hot air balloon experience and HIGHLY recommend it if you are a first timer or experienced. The pilot (Patrick) was so experienced and really took care of all of us. The company is professional yet personable. The trip was fantastic - the view from the balloon is like no other. There is no fear of height... More

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Danvers
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

My sister and I took our first hot air balloon ride in March 2012. This was a beautiful and peaceful experience. The conditions were perfect and every thing went smoothly. We went up to 6,000 FT and several miles. The van follows you to setup breakfast and deflate the balloon. This was an interesting experience because you saw everything in... More

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Kansas city
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

Great fun by all four of us, Matt, Zach, Gary, and especially Patrick all made for an amazing time, great flight, fun breakfast with champagne.... These guys re the real deal, much better than the other companies in the area!!! More

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San Francisco, California
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012
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The high points of the trip were the stunning view and the gentleness with which the balloon soared into the sky - almost no sensation of movement at all except right at takeoff and during landing. But there were some low points as well mostly caused by poor communications and failures to set expectations properly. We went in late March... More

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