Tucson Balloon Rides

Tucson Balloon Rides

Tucson Balloon Rides
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Tucson Hot Air Balloon Rides offers 'Sonoran Sunrise' flights that average 60-75 min. with beautiful mountain & desert panorama views. All flights include a delicious continental champagne brunch with a celebratory mimosa toast and a link to photos taken by our crew before, during, and after your flight. Visit our FAQ page on our website for more details.
Tucson, Arizona

Awards
Travelers' Choice
2024

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5.0 of 5 bubbles255 reviews
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Heather V
Waupun, WI2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Friends
Couldn’t say enough about this experience! Kevin made us feel comfortable and secure as we sailed through the skies at sunrise and witnessed the beauty of the desert from a whole new perspective.
The brunch and mimosas following our flight was the perfect way to end the journey and start the rest of the day.
Written November 9, 2023
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Matt Z
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Family
Our experience with Kevin and the whole Tucson Balloon Rides team was amazing! My wife and I had never been ballooning before, and Kevin put our whole group at ease and gave us a fantastic ride above the beautiful Sonoran desert landscape, skillfully guiding us over mountain ranges and on to a very smooth landing. I would recommend Tucson balloon rides to anyone visiting the area -- makes a great gift as well!
Written October 17, 2023
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Brooke S
New Canaan, CT2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2022
Going on a hot air balloon was on my husband's bucket list. I, myself, am a little afraid of heights and would never have signed up for this otherwise. We were visiting Tucson with our 6 and 8 year olds and because the hotel didn't have childcare at 6am (the meet up time), I had to book them to come with us. The booking was very easy to do online. The directions were clear and the owner/pilot was in touch with us via text the night before to confirm weather conditions. There is a very decent write up on their webpage for those who have a fear of heights to read. I think it was helpful. Everyone was on time for the pickup and the drivers were polite and professional.

It was exciting to see the balloon laying on its side and being filled with hot air. My kids loved the moment it raised above the basket. Also lovely to see as the sun rose in the sky. We all climbed in and liftoff wasn't nearly as scary as I thought it might be. There is a peacefulness about hot air ballooning. And aside from having a white knuckle grip on my two kids - it was absolutely lovely in the air.

Kevin the pilot is amazing - he used different altitudes to "steer" us in the right direction. And he expertly soared us through a mountain pass which was super exhilarating. It was awesome to look out and see buildings and mountains, but I also LOVE the pictures that the ground crew took of us!! They are expert photographers and you will walk away with stunning photos of you in the balloon. My friends are so impressed!!

We landed in a pima cotton field and celebrated with mimosas and snacks before heading back to Tucson.

If this is something you've never done before, I urge you to sign up - you will not regret it. It's so different and unique, it's something you'll talk about for the rest of your life. Truly spectacular and I am so glad we did this. Thank you Tucson Balloon Rides!! Family memories that will last a lifetime!
Written March 2, 2022
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907jayleenb
Juneau, AK29 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 • Couples
My husband gifted me this tour for Christmas and it was one of the best gifts I've ever received. Kevin & his crew were on time, professional and safe. It was a beautiful day for a ride & although all the passengers may have been a little nervous at take off, we all realized very quickly that Kevin knew exactly what he was doing & was an expert at piloting his balloon. The trip ended with a champagne toast & breakfast, a perfect touch. When we arrived home we were sent photos taken during our ride - literally photos of us while we were up in the balloon! Customer service from start to finish was 5 stars. Highly recommend this company!
Written January 13, 2025
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KarenM
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023
The entire process of booking the trip was handled professionally and without issue. The ride itself was humbling, exciting, and so peaceful. The first part of the balloon ride was so peaceful it made us all whisper when anyone tried to talk. Kevin shared little tidbits of Tucson geography and history while he expertly maneuvered the balloon. And he nailed the landing! I'm ready to go again!
Written April 11, 2023
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Millers
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2021
My husband and I are in our 60s, and this was our first hot air balloon ride. What an amazing time we had! Kevin and his crew were extremely knowledgeable and experienced, so we felt completely comfortable in their capable hands. Our balloon held 7 passengers, and we flew over the desert, mountains, and valley. The ride was so smooth that we hardly noticed we were moving. Kevin shared a wealth of information about flying, strategy, winds, etc, and he answered questions about everything we were passing over below. After landing we were treated to a delicious brunch and mimosas! We were each presented with a flight certificate, and later in the day we received an email link to lots of photos of our adventure. We highly recommend this to anyone, even if you’re slightly nervous about heights. This will be one of the most memorable experiences you have.
Written April 18, 2021
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keith46er
Livonia, NY160 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020
vacationing in Tucson just before everything blew up with covid pandemic, my wife and I took our first ever hot air balloon ride with Tucson Balloon Rides and we certainly made a great choice. Captain Kevin and his crew met us promptly at the designated location and took us to the launch site where he gave us a rundown of the morning and all the important safety information. In no time at all, we were launching into the air! The trip was beautiful and Kevin added just the right amount of commentary about everything we could see and hear from our balloon. The scenery was fascinating and the flight seemed only minutes (it was an hour and twenty minutes) long before we were gently settling onto a gravel roadway without even a small bump. The breakfast treats after the trip provided a nice way to chat with the other guests and the flight crew.
Remember to layer up as the early part of the flight can be chilly, warming up nicely as the sun rises.
Thanks, Kevin , for making our first trip so memorable.
Written April 6, 2020
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Neil_Ferreira
Vancouver, Canada15 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022 • Couples
From pickup to drop off, this was a wonderful experience. Kevin and his chase crew were great and made it a fun event. Kevin piloted the balloon excellently and provided informative commentary during the flight. I highly recommend using Tucson Balloon Rides for a fun and very well organized trip. The champagne breakfast after landing was very good and was a perfect end to a very memorable flight.
Written April 3, 2022
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John R
5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2022 • Family
All of the 5 star reviews for Kevin and his team are 100% correct! They run a very professional, fun, and safe experience. We took our parents up for their 75th birthdays and it was exceptional! The flight was unforgettable, and the breakfast/mimosas along with the photos sent afterward were an awesome and appreciated touch. If you are interested in seeing the sunrise over the mountains from a hot air balloon while gently soaring over thousands of saguaro cactus, I highly recommend Kevin and this company!
Written March 24, 2022
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Anjeanette R
Dayton, OH11 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2021
Our family of 5 (with 3 teens) had a spectacular ride with Kevin at Tuscon Balloon Rides! Perfect weather conditions and an incredible view of the sunrise on the mountain range. Fun seeing the beautiful properties below us and the gorgeous desert landscape. If you think hot air balloon rides are scary, think again! You ascend and descend so gradually that it is very calm and peaceful. I'm even a little afraid of heights and not once was I afraid on this ride! Kevin has an immense amount of experience in flying hot air balloons and it shows. Ended the ride in a field with a champagne brunch/snack. The crew even takes photos of your flight and shares them with you the same day! Highly recommend this company & experience!
Written December 27, 2021
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