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Rocky Mountain Balloon Ride

Name: Rocky Mountain Balloon Ride
Brand: Cloud 9 Living
SKU: AIR-DEN-0001
Price: 284.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (9 reviews)

Lake George, CO

From: $284

Item #: AIR-DEN-0001

(9 Reviews)

Your true mountain balloon adventure begins at sunrise amidst the crisp clean air and deep blue skies of South Park Valley located high in the central Colorado Rockies!

FAA Certified Pilots have over 60 years of combined hot air ballooning experience
Take in the stunning views of the Colorado Rockies
Provider featured on The Today Show and MSNBC's Great Escapes
Enjoy a continental breakfast and traditional champagne toast upon landing!

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Overview

Your true mountain balloon adventure begins at sunrise amidst the crisp clean air and deep blue skies of South Park Valley located high in the central Colorado Rockies!

FAA Certified Pilots have over 60 years of combined hot air ballooning experience
Take in the stunning views of the Colorado Rockies
Provider featured on The Today Show and MSNBC's Great Escapes
Enjoy a continental breakfast and traditional champagne toast upon landing!

Full Description

Location

Launch site is 1 hour south of Breckenridge, CO
*You can meet at a central location in Breckenridge and be transported to the launch site or meet at the launch site in South Park Valley

Availability

When Do I Choose A Date?

If giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience; otherwise, you can choose one after checkout.

Mid-May through October:
Daily- Sunrise

Important Details

Essential Information

Participants must be between 5 and 80 years old
For safety reasons pregnant women and people on supplemental oxygen or who have trouble breathing at high altitudes cannot fly
Round trip transportation is provided between Breckenridge and the launch site
Individually wrapped snacks are offered upon arrival at the launch site
Post flight traditional ballooning ceremony includes your choice of champagne, mimosas or sparkling cider
Continental breakfast includes individually wrapped snacks such as muffins

Duration

The experience will take a total of 3 hours once you arrive at the launch site, with approximately 1 hour of flight time.

Experience Provider Info

Complete information for your Experience Provider, including contact information, will be included on your booking confirmation email once you or your gift recipient have scheduled the experience. Our Product Management team handpicks top-rated experience providers, removing the guesswork for you and ensuring your peace of mind.

Maximum Participants

You will be accompanied by other tour participants, with a maximum of 12 per balloon. For groups larger than 4 please contact Cloud 9 Living directly for pricing.

Spectators

This experience is for booked participants only.

Weather Dependent

This experience is weather dependent. In the event your experience is canceled due to inclement weather you will reschedule your experience directly with your experience provider. Always contact the experience provider with any questions regarding weather conditions.

What To Wear

Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for weather conditions. Sunglasses and a hat are recommended. Please do not wear sandals or open-toe shoes. Athletic shoes and socks recommended.

COVID-19 Safety

For this experience, our partners are taking added measures to ensure that they help prevent the potential spread of COVID-19. Our partners are providing hand sanitizer on site and providing gloves for those who wish to wear them. They kindly asking that all guests please bring and wear their own face mask for the duration of their experience. Those without masks will not be permitted to board their flight. These Covid-19 safety measures are subject to change.

FAQs

Why are the flights sunrise only?

The flights take place only at sunrise because that's the only time of the day in Colorado when the winds are calm and stable enough for safe ballooning.

What is the meeting time in the morning?

The exact meeting time varies throughout the season depending on the time of sunrise. However, it is usually between 5:30 AM and 7:00 AM. The actual meeting time will be given at the time of your reservation.

How does if feel to fly in a balloon?

It can be characterized as surreal. There is no sense of motion as the basket hangs motionless in the air mass in which it is suspended.

Is it cold in the air?

Actually, at sunrise it is not uncommon for it to be slightly warmer in the air than on the ground due to a temperature inversion at that time of the day.

How far/high do we fly?

Because ballooning is 100% weather dependent no two flights are identical. Typically, our flights take us from the treetops up to several thousand feet and travel approximately 2-10 miles. Our highest flight has taken us over 7,000 feet above ground level.

How do you steer a balloon?

The only way to steer a balloon is by finding different wind directions at different altitudes. Our pilots are specifically trained for mountain flying and are extremely skilled at navigating the balloon.

Are the pilots certified?

Yes! The pilots are commercially licensed with thousands of hours of mountain flying experience. They are also fully insured, and all of the equipment is inspected and certified in accordance with FAA guidelines.

Can I bring my camera?

Yes! Cameras and video cameras are welcome.

How do hot air balloons work?

Hot air balloons rise because the air inside the balloon is warmer than the surrounding air and the resulting pressure differentials produce an upward lift.

Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations

Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 30 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.

Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Cloud 9 Living.

Cancellation Policy

Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation, no refunds will be given. Rescheduling is allowed up to 7 days prior to your experience, failure to appear on your booked date or to reschedule at least 7 days prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience. In the event your experience is canceled due to inclement weather you will reschedule your experience directly with your experience provider.

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Customer Reviews

This experience has a customer rating of 4.5
based on 9 reviews.

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This was truly one of the best experiences I have ever been on in my life! I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to get out in the air! Riding in a Hot Air Balloon has been on my bucket list and I am over the moon happy I had the tick it off with Captain Eric. We were picked up in Breckenridge in the morning around 6:15 AM by a very friendly gentleman who shared lots of facts and new information with us on our ride to the launch side. Once we arrived we were pleasantly surprised with lots of hot beverages & snacks. We made a few new friends on the experience which made it that much better while they were setting up the balloon. Once we got onboard, Captain Eric was very informative on the flight, letting us know all the facts on the history of ballooning. If you had a question regarding the subject he knew it. The flight was very calm and relaxing and Captain Eric played classical music in the background. The whole crew was great & amazing at what they do! After the flight, we ended the experience with a champagne toast. Captain Erik informed us of why they do toasts & shared more fun facts. We then ended our day with our guide taking us back to Breckenridge. He made sure to stop at cool spots such as South Park & Independence Pass along the ride home which made for a fun experience. Thank you again for this 5-star experience!

— Chandi W | Sep 29, 2020

Response from Cloud 9 Living

Hi there Chandi! I want to begin by thanking you for being so thoughtful and thorough in taking the time to let us know how your experience went! While we get to work with the most amazing partners, it is so special to hear from folks who have had the chance to enjoy our partner's incredible experiences first hand. I absolutely love that flying in a hot air balloon was on your bucket list, and that you had so much fun checking it off! Captain Eric is so knowledgeable about his craft, and his passion for flight always shines through. From pick up to flight to touchdown to even a conclusion with a champagne toast, it sounds like every detail was well thought out, and orchestrated perfectly. I love that you got to see the beautiful Rocky Mountains from above and even got to stop at some cool places on the ground! Overall, it sounds like your hot air balloon adventure was truly magical! We love that we got to play a small role in your 5-Star experience and are so appreciative of you taking a chance on us. What item is next on the bucket list? Best, Sophia

Pilot was professional, safety conscious, and entertaining ! Balloon ascent was amazing. Breakfast served after flight superb.

— Maureen M | Aug 06, 2019

Response from Cloud 9 Living

Hi Maureen, thanks for taking the time to tell us about your Rocky Mountain Balloon Ride. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the flight, your balloon pilot, AND the breakfast served after! We hope to see you back soon and hope you have a wonderful weekend. Best, Kelsey

I would recommend the hot air balloon ride to anyone who is even considering it. Everything was beautiful, from the early morning drive out to the launch site, to the champagne breakfast toast after landing. Everyone involved was in a great mood, communicative, and helpful.

— Michael M | Aug 01, 2017

Mr. Tommy and his staff are top notch! He is so knowledgeable and experienced in hot air ballooning. I was very nervous to begin, but once Mr. Tommy began speaking I quickly became at ease. Floating above the ground is such a beautiful, ultimate peacefulness that I have ever experienced. There were many herds of different animals and unique land forms. We couldn't ask for a more perfect weather nor pilot. Upon landing, we were greeted by a local goat farmer who was coasting by with her small flock. Of course, the goats were curious and we were able to pet their small heads. Once back at the meeting spot, the crew was cooking a first-class breakfast of eggs, hash browns, homemade French toast, and bacon, as Mr. Tommy prepared mimosas with fresh orange juice. We all gave a toast as he said a prayer for ending in a safe journey and when were treated to breakfast. Words can not explain how precious this memory is for my husband and I. God truly blessed us with Mr. Tommy and his crew as I couldn't imagine having anyone else. We will absolutely be ballooning with them again!!!! Absolute tranquility!

— Buffy B | Jun 12, 2017

I have never been on a hot air balloon so have nothing to compare to, but I don't think the weather was ideal. I expected to go faster and see more. We stayed in the same area the entire hour. But, the pilot was great and the breakfast fantastic which made it a memorable experience.

— Nancy D | Sep 12, 2016

Our pilot was very very knowledgeable about flying and had a lot of info regarding that process as well as what we were seeing. He had a great sense of humor and the crew was great as well. Breakfast was also great.

— Nancy K | Sep 14, 2015

We thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Having the breakfast was a nice add-on to the ballooning. Our pilot seemed very knowledgeable and friendly. Maybe in time Cloud 9 Living will have more and more options. Was good to know we could use our certificate in other states as well. Neat experience, and I've already shared with a friend who is intending to get an experience for a couple of her kids for Christmas. Thank you.

— Kim M | Aug 09, 2015

We had a great time and the hot air balloon ride in the Rockies was an experience we will never forget. We will look forward to another adventure through Cloud 9 in the future.

— Roy A | Dec 04, 2009

This balloon trip was our first and the most fabulous scenery ever. The hospitality was tremendous. Thank you our new friends.

— Vicki, L | Dec 03, 2008

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