Few mornings feel as magical as watching the sun rise over the Sonoran Desert while you drift silently through the sky. This Phoenix hot air balloon ride lifts you 2,000 to 5,000 feet above the desert floor, where cacti turn golden, the 360-degree views open wide, and the only sound is the burner now and then. It is the kind of experience that makes a trip unforgettable.
The flight lasts 45 to 60 minutes, with an unobstructed panoramic view the whole way. When you touch down, the celebration begins: chilled champagne and a catered breakfast right in the heart of the desert. Roundtrip transportation is available from hotels and homes in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Glendale, Mesa, Arcadia and Cave Creek, so the adventure starts at your door.
More than 2,100 happy travelers have rated this ride 4.75 stars, and it is easy to see why. It is romantic for couples, thrilling for families with older kids, and a perfect bucket-list morning for anyone visiting Arizona.
The experience starts at $239 per person, and space fills fast on clear-sky mornings.
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