The Sonora Desert is at its best light at sunset. See the desert beauty from above with this sunset ride in a hot air balloon under the skilled guidance of your pilot. Be treated to views of the desert plants and wildlife as day changes into night. Following the trip, land in the desert and celebrate your adventure with champagne and hors d’oeuvres.

Your hot air balloon journey begins and ends at Deer Valley Airport

Upgrade your package to include transportation from your Phoenix hotel

Soar over the desert at heights of up to 5,000 feet (1,524 meters)
Enjoy a champagne reception following your sunset adventure

What To Expect

Phoenix Sonoran Desert Preserve

Your hot air balloon tour check in at the Deer Valley Airport Balloon Ride Parking Area, unless the roundtrip hotel transfers option is selected.

Guests will float above the awe-inspiring Sonoran Desert viewing local landmarks, wildlife and plant life from above.
• Admission Ticket Free

Camelback Mountain

Soar past iconic Camelback Mountain in the Phoenix Valley. This mountain is a favorite of local hikers and cyclists.
• Admission Ticket Free

Downtown Phoenix

As the sun sets, you’ll see Downtown Phoenix in the distance.

As you come in to land, a table complete with linens and china awaits you in the heart of the desert, a clue to what you are about to enjoy! You’ll be greeted with a traditional celebration that includes scrumptiously prepared gourmet cuisine from the award-winning Vincent’s on Camelback restaurant. First-time flyers will be treated to the legendary Balloonists Ceremony that balloonists all over the world have been sharing for more than a century.
• Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not suitable for pregnant women
Not recommended for participants with broken bones, or who have had recent surgery
Passengers must be able to jump off the second step of a ladder onto the ground
Minimum age is 5 years
Actual flight time is approximately 1 hour
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Include

Champagne
Snacks
Commemorative flight certificate
Hotel pickup and drop off (if option selected)

Exclude

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off (if option not selected)