Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
About this activity
Highlights
- Breathtaking sunrise over Albuquerque
- Panoramic views of the Sandia Mountains
- Experience Albuquerque's unique desert landscape
- Professional pilot and crew
- Post-flight celebratory toast
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Professional pilot and crew
- Pre-flight briefing
- Post-flight celebratory toast
- Commemorative certificate
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Flights are subject to weather conditions; cancellations may occur due to unfavorable weather.
- Children under 5 years old are not permitted on the flight.
- Pregnant women are advised against participating due to safety considerations.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for outdoor activities.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning views.
- Be prepared for early morning temperatures; layering is recommended.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Minimum age is 5 years
- Not recommended for participants with knee problems
- Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
- Flights can only be operated with safe winds, clear sky and no rain. In case of unsuitable weather conditions, you will be provided the option to take the tour on an alternative date or be refunded in full.
- Unable to fly anyone who is pregnant
- This is a shared basket flight, there will be anywhere from 10-16 total passengers in each basket
- Passengers 300lbs+ must purchase an additional space to ensure safety, comfort, and proper weight distribution during flight
Traveler reviews
So fun!
I was nervous but our pilot Anthony and all the ground crew were great. We drove about 15 mins from the meeting point, got set up, and launched. The pilot was in constant communication with the other balloons to share weather info and make sure we were at safe distances. It did get hot next to the burners so layers are advisable. Yes you can go on this tour if you're scared of heights like me 😀. Look out rather than down and you'll be fine.
Must do while in New Mexico
Must do while in Albuquerque! My pilot was Alfred and he was great. Once you check in and do the waiver they take you and your group out to get the balloon set up and then off you go. Take off was super smooth, the landing like in a plane was a little bumpy. We were in the air for an hour, the only “negative” was I thought it would be over a canyon vs the city. The views were still amazing and we had 6 people on one side and 5 people on the other side plus Alfred in the front. It does get hot, everyone had a jacket or sweatshirt on by the end of the flight most people took their outer layer off. You end the flight with a mimosa toast or juice if under 21 or don’t drink and a ride back to the facility in the van that fallows you to check out. Most people owed a balance but booking on TripAdvisor I was good to leave once we got back
Great ride but RR needs to make cancellation decisions quicker
We reserved a dawn flight on what turned out to be a rainy morning. I'm taking one star off because Rainbow Ryders didn't determine to cancel the flight until 6 am, when everyone had already arrived at the arranged meeting point. If they had cancelled at 5 or 5:15 and texted us, I could have slept in and saved on gas and the time it took to get to the meeting point. Fortunately they had openings the next day, when the weather was fine. Our pilot Mr. Salazar was very experienced and knowledgeable. The hour-long ride was smooth and the landing easy. I recommend RR and would fly with them again.
misleading information
your advertising is misleading. it stayes ride at sunrise. ride has to start after sunrise per rainbow ryders. that was disappointing. i probably would not have gone.
Grear flight
Great crew and well organized. Mike has lot of experience, Great information and fun. Our flight seem shorter and not has high as others. Would recommend using them.