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Rainbow Ryders


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #22 of 128 attractions in Albuquerque
Traveler Description: Hot air balloon rides
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Attraction type: Other
Address: 5601 Eagle Rock Ave. NE Albuquerque, NM 87122
Tel: 505 823 1111

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5 of 5 stars
BigP   67 contributions
Mar 31, 2009
3
people found this review helpful

Albuquerque is renowned as America's premier hot air ballooning center and my wife and I decided, when we visited that city recently, that we would always regret it if we did not take at least one flight., a first for both of us. There are, seemingly, dozens of firms who offer balloon rides but in large part because of positive... more

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4 of 5 stars
CentralCATraveler   100 contributions
Central CA
Nov 24, 2007
1
person found this review helpful

I booked a reservation for a hot air balloon ride on the Rainbow Ryders' website. They picked us up at the hotel (very early) and brought us to the launch site. We were in a basket that held 12 people, so it was a bit cramped (it was also quite chilly--dress in layers). The ride was smooth as we floated... more

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5 of 5 stars
Edye   11 contributions
Baltimore
Aug 27, 2006
2
people found this review helpful

This company runs a very professional organization when it comes to ballooning. My family of 4 including kids felt very safe and that we were in the hands of a very skilled balloonist, Mike. Extremely peaceful experience, went up to 2100' above ABQ. Loved everything about the experience. more

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5 of 5 stars
Cruzer2   14 contributions
California
Jun 2, 2006
6
people found this review helpful

We booked with this company for the 2005 International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque, New Mexico about eight months in advance. This was our first hot air balloon ride, so I was apprehensive. However, my concerns immediately floated away the moment we gently lifted off... This company was fantastic. The pilot was rated number one for the entire Fiesta. We witnessed... more

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Rainbow Ryders Address

5601 Eagle Rock Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122
Tel: 505 823 1111