Hot Air Expeditions offers daily hot air ballooning experiences over the stunning Sonoran Desert. Come make memories with your local ballooning experts!
Click the Book Now link to make your reservation. At Hot Air Expeditions, we provide daily hot air ballooning experiences year-round. Operating locally in the Valley of the Sun for over 30 years, we pride ourselves on providing memories our guests will cherish for a lifetime. We have been rated the "Best Ballooning in Phoenix" by Fodor's Travel for 26 years in a row, and "Best Valley Adventure Exp
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01/04/2023
2023 Resolution: Adventure more โ
There's nothing quite like floating among the clouds, taking in the natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert, and adventuring with the people that matter most โจ
If a hot air balloon ride is high on your list of new year's resolutions, we've got you covered ๐
Book your ride at https://bit.ly/3id5IAJ ๐
12/29/2022
Afraid of heights? Read this โคต
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"๐๐ฎ๐๐ก ๐ ๐ ๐จ๐จ๐ ๐ข๐๐๐!"
Disclaimer: I am terrified of heights. Step ladders are challenges. But for reasons I don't understand, there was nothing terrifying about drifting serenely above the Sonoran Desert at ~5,000ft. The folks at Hot Air Expeditions are stellar, from the admin team's thorough & informative pre-flight emails, to the ground crews who ensured we took off & landed without incident. Special thanks to our pilot Kacey for a really wonderful experience!
-KEBlicious,
We seriously hear this ALL THE TIME! ๐ฏ
Because hot air balloons float purely with the wind speed + direction, floating in a hot air balloon is a very smooth, calm + peaceful experience. And because you have no perspective of height while up in the air (similar to looking out the window of an airplane) those with a fear of heights are just fine ๐
Don't believe us? Read more passenger reviews at https://bit.ly/3WKVdDk ๐
12/26/2022
Presence > Presents โจ
Because time together + memories made are the best gifts of all ๐
Drop a ๐ฏ if you agree โคต
12/25/2022
A different Captain is cruising the skies today ๐
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Merry Christmas! ๐
PS weโre closed today, but will be back airborne tomorrow ๐
12/25/2022
No matter what you celebrate, we hope your holidays are filled with joy, laughter and the people that matter most โจ
From all of us at Hot Air Expeditions, we wish you a very merry Christmas + the happiest of holidays! ๐
We're closed today, and will resume hot air balloon ride operations + regular hours of 5:30am-7:00pm MST on Monday, 12/26 ๐
Until then, you can visit us online at HotAirExpeditions.com ๐
12/22/2022
It takes a village to make hot air balloon rides come to life ๐โ
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Our amazing, hard-working team consists of โคตโ
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๐ฅ 9 Hot air balloon pilotsโ
๐ฅ 40 crew membersโ
๐ฅ 5 Office personnel โ
๐ฅ 3 Kitchen staffโ
๐ฅ 3 FAA repair station team membersโ
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Our team always goes above + beyond to make every flight an amazing one โจโ
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Drop a ๐๐ผ to show them some much deserved props for all that they do โฌ
12/21/2022
It's officially the first day of winter โ
Though its felt pretty chilly for a few weeks now...๐ค
Stay cozy during your time up, up and away with our Branded Bills beanie + unisex embroidered sweatshirt, both up in our online gift shop ๐
Shop balloon ride merch at HotAirExpeditions.com/Shop ๐
12/20/2022
Have you hopped on one of our afternoon rides? ๐
These seasonal beauties are only around until March in Phoenix, AZ when the temps are cool + winds are calm โ
All afternoon balloon rides include โคต
๐ 45-60 min hot air balloon ride
๐ฅ Post-flight bubbly
๐ฏ Hors d'oeuvres by candlelight
๐ Commemorative flight certificates to take home
Hit snooze + book your afternoon balloon ride at https://bit.ly/3HSdniw ๐
Only ๐ days until Christmas! ๐ฑ
Not to worry, the hot air balloon elves are here to help you check off everyone on your nice list ๐
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There's still time to grab holiday gift boxes, balloon ride gift certificates, hand painted balloon ornaments + more for under the tree ๐
Shop our online gift shop at HotAirExpeditions.com/Shop ๐
12/14/2022
Reviews like these melt our hearts โคต
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"๐๐จ๐ง๐๐๐ซ๐๐ฎ๐ฅ ๐๐ฑ๐ฉ๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐ง๐๐"
Can't say enough great things about this experience. We were 2 adults and one 12 year old child on a 4 day trip to Phoenix and this was the coolest attraction we've done during this time. The staff is kind and knowledgeable, I felt safe and in good hands throughout the entire time. The whole experience, from seeing how the staff is blowing up the balloons, the liftoff, the flight, and landing, are all amazing memories we will never forget. Highly recommended.
- Barak S,
Every review is so special to us, and we couldn't be more grateful for each + every one. From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU! ๐๐ผ
Learn what travelers are saying about their time up, up + away with us at https://bit.ly/3PwajKr ๐
12/12/2022
We need your help! ๐๐ผ
Phoenix + Scottsdale, AZ is in danger of losing hot air ballooning, and we need your help to save it ๐
The AZ State Land Department recently refused to renew permits we have held for 10+ years that allow us to launch/land on AZ State Trust Land, which is the majority of all wide-open desert land ๐
The hot air ballooning industry in Arizona employs hundreds of people, generates millions of tourism dollars each year, and is a great family-friendly activity that showcases Arizonaโs natural beauty ๐ต
Help us secure use of AZ State Trust Land for launching/landing hot air balloons by โคต
๐ฅ Signing our petition at SaveAZBallooning.com (link in bio)
๐ฅ Share the petition on social media + with others (donโt forget to use )
๐ฅ Call + write letters to government officials asking them to Save AZ Ballooning
We canโt do this without you, and thank you for your support! ๐๐ผ
We've got the adventurer on your list covered โ
Our online gift shop is filled with all you need to make this holiday season one to remember ๐
From hot air balloon ride gift certificates, to hand painted ornaments, beanies + t-shirts, we've got all you need to make the perfect adventure gift package ๐
Shop now at HotAirExpeditions.com/Shop ๐
12/05/2022
"But the most beautiful things in life are not things. They're people, and places, and memories, and pictures. They're feelings, and moments, and smiles, and laughter." - Unknown โจ
Drop a ๐ฏ if you agree โคต
12/01/2022
This isn't your average date ๐
Looking to spice up your date night? Come cruise the skies with us! โ
We've got afternoon hot air balloon rides available through March 15, so you can hit snooze + still enjoy an adventure among the clouds โ
Plus, all of our balloon rides are capped off with champagne + hors d'oeuvres by candlelight, the perfect ending to the day ๐ฅ
Book your spot at HotAirExpeditions.com ๐
The ballooning experience summed up in less than a minute ๐
Looking to add some adventure to your week? We've got space available all week + weekend-long on our Phoenix morning + afternoon balloon rides โ
Book your ride at HotAirExpeditions.com ๐
11/27/2022
"Life is full of give and take - give thanks and take nothing for granted" - Unknown โจโ
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Ending Thanksgiving week with a grateful heart, for all of life's blessings, big + small ๐โ
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Wishing you a joy-filled day from up, up + away ๐โ
11/25/2022
Our best deal of the year is here! ๐๐ผ
Put the unexpected under the tree with the gift of a bucket list check โ
Friday, 11/25 โ Monday, 11/28 we are taking ๐๐% ๐จ๐๐ ๐จ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ข๐ง ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐จ๐ง๐ฅ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ ๐ข๐๐ญ ๐ฌ๐ก๐จ๐ฉ! ๐ค
That includes hot air balloon ride gift certificates, hand painted Christmas ornaments, our holiday gift box and so much more ๐
Use promo code ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ at HotAirExpeditions.com/Shop to redeem this offer, just in time for the holidays! ๐
11/23/2022
We only close 2๏ธโฃ days each year, and Thanksgiving is one of them ๐ฆ
We will be closed on Thanksgiving Day (11/24) to allow our staff to enjoy the holiday with their loved ones, and will be back in action on Friday, 11/25! ๐
During this time you can still check availability, get hot air balloon ride information + make reservations online at HotAirExpeditions.com ๐
From all of us at Hot Air Expeditions, we wish you a joy-filled Thanksgiving filled with all of the things that light you up โจ
๐ธ cred: Bernita's Birthday Bash ๐ฅณ
11/22/2022
Looking for a fun fall treat for your Thanksgiving week? ๐ฆ
Our Co-Owner Stephanie is not only our go-to girl, but is also an amazing baker, and is sharing her delicious Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffin Recipe on our blog ๐ฉ๐ปโ๐ณ
These mini muffins are the perfect bite sized treat, and a crowd pleaser around our office. We know you'll love them too! ๐
Get the recipe at https://bit.ly/3gkDhjB ๐
11/21/2022
Happy Montgolfier Day! ๐
What is Montgolfier Day? We're happy you asked...
On this day 239 years ago (in 1783), was the first untethered hot air balloon flight! ๐ฏ
French physician Jean-Franรงois Pilatre de Rozier + Franรงois Laurent, the marquis dโ Arlandes, made the first untethered flight, flying 5.5 miles over Paris, France in about 25 minutes. Their cloth balloon was crafted by French paper-making brothers Jacques-รtienne + Joseph-Michel Montgolfier, inventors of the worldโs first successful hot air balloons ๐ค
In 1782, the Montgolfier brothers discovered that smoke from a combustible material burned under a lightweight paper or cloth bag would make the bag rise into the air. We know now that it is in fact the hot air that makes the bag rise, but their mistake did not interfere with their research and inventions of the balloons ๐ฅ
Now you'll forever remember November 21 as Montgolfier Day โ
11/18/2022
Black Friday deals drop in 7 days! ๐๐ผ
Set your alarm because next Friday we're dropping our best deals of the year โฐ
Trust us, we've got the adventurer on your list covered ๐
Stay tuned! ๐
11/17/2022
Would you be excited or scared? ๐ค
Trust us, there's nothing to fear! We've got you covered up, up + away with โคต
๐จ๐ผโโ๏ธ FAA certified pilots with thousands of hours of flight experience
๐ Top-of-the-line hot air balloons that are regularly inspected by our in-house FAA certified repair station
๐ The best team out there to put you at ease
๐ฅ Post-flight champagne, because you deserve it
What are you waiting for? Book your balloon ride at HotAirExpeditions.com ๐
Up, up and away ๐
Looking for plans for you + the fam on Thanksgiving weekend? Weโve got you covered ๐๐ผ
Come cruise the skies with us in the morning or afternoon in Phoenix, AZ! โ๏ธ
11/14/2022
"Never regret a day in your life: good days give happiness, bad days give experience, the worst days give lessons, and the best days give memories." - Unknown โจ
Drop a ๐ฏ if you agree โคต
11/11/2022
"We don't know them all, but we owe them all" - Unknown โจ
Today and every day, we are thankful for you veterans. Your strength, sacrifice + dedication to our country is something we will always appreciate, and never take for granted ๐๐ผ
As a token of our appreciation, all active duty + veteran military personnel are entitled to $20 per person off of all hot air balloon rides, for everyone in their party, not just today, but every day ๐
Just mention/use promo code MILITARY at the time of booking + show your military ID to your pilot post-flight ๐๐ผ
Drop a ๐บ๐ธ to show our veterans some love today โคต
11/10/2022
She said yes! ๐
It is always fun getting to bring proposal ideas to life, as every one is unique + special in their own way ๐
If you're thinking of popping the question, send us your idea on how you'd like to propose and we will help you bring your vision to life ๐
We are sending these two wishes for an incredible life together! Drop a ๐ if you are too โคต
3๏ธโฃ Places to grab a fun + unique cocktail in Phoenix, AZ ๐ฅ
Today our Co-Owners, Amanda + Stephanie, show you some of the best places around town for unique drinks you wonโt find anywhere else ๐น
Three of our favorites are:
โญ๏ธ Hula's Modern Tiki
โญ๏ธ Pigtails Cocktail Bar
โญ๏ธ The Mexicano
Have you been to any of these? Which is your favorite? ๐ค
11/08/2022
Would you look down or no? ๐ค
People are usually shocked when we tell them that those with a fear of heights will do just fine in a hot air balloon ๐
When you look over the edge of a tall building you can tell how high you are because you can see the building go all the way down to the ground, so you get a perspective of your height. When in a hot air balloon, it is hard to tell how high you are because you lack that perspective โ
If we had to compare it to something, the feeling is similar to looking out the window of an airplane, almost like looking out at a surreal picture (but way cooler!). Plus, it's super calm, peaceful + quiet, unlink any other form of aviation โ
Drop a ๐ below if you're ready to conquer your fears with us โคต
11/07/2022
"If you see someone without a smile, give them one of yours." - Dolly Parton โจ
The world could use a few more smiles ๐
Wishing you a beautiful week from up, up + away ๐
11/04/2022
GUESS โก How many hot air balloons do you think we have in our fleet? ๐ค
Hints โคต
๐ฅ Not all of them are pictured here
๐ฅ It's an even number
๐ฅ Our balloons vary in size - our smallest holds 2 passengers at a time, our largest holds 18 passengers at a time
๐ฅ When all of our balloons are utilized we can accommodate up to 102 passengers at a time
Drop your guess in the comments ๐
What it's like to crew on a hot air balloon โจ
Looking for a fun full or part-time gig? Join our Flight Crew team! ๐
We are currently seeking friendly customer service oriented personnel to add to our team in Phoenix, AZ โ
Not only do you get paid to enjoy the great outdoors + chase hot air balloons, perks include โคต
๐ฅ Flexible schedule
๐ฅ Great tips
๐ฅ Free balloon rides
Learn more + apply at https://indeedhi.re/3h9fKCb ๐
10/30/2022
It's finally here, the bewitching hour is upon us! โจ
Today we wish all of you ghouls + goblins a fun and safe All Hallows' Eve filled with lots of treats ๐ซ
Happy Halloween! ๐
PS only one more sleep until afternoon flights return for the season. Tomorrow, we fly! ๐ง๐ฝโโ๏ธ
10/28/2022
It's spooky season and we are here for it! ๐ป
Fall is here and we are loving every moment of it ๐
We recently took some time post-flight to carve pumpkins + sip on pumpkin spice coffee to get in the Halloween spirit ๐ฆ
Which pumpkin is your favorite? ๐
10/27/2022
Breakfast + mimosas or apps + champagne, which would you choose? ๐ค
Soon you'll have the option to choose between morning AND afternoon balloon rides! ๐๐ผ
Our morning rides are available daily, year-round and our seasonal afternoon balloon ride season kicks off on November 1! ๐
Both flights include post-flight bubbly + bites, whether you're a morning person, or a late riser ๐
View availability, timing + pricing for all balloon ride options at https://bit.ly/3DgD6NB ๐
Phoenix is in its prime right now ๐๐ผ
With high temperatures in the 80's and low temperatures in the 50's it is the perfect time to be outside in the Sonoran Desert ๐ต
Come soak up the beautiful Fall weather with us from up, up + away! ๐
Space is available as soon as tomorrow! Book your balloon ride at https://bit.ly/3gKgyNC ๐
10/24/2022
"If you can dream it, you can do it." - Walt Disney โจ
And don't you ever forget that โ
Happy Monday ๐
10/23/2022
Happy Birthday Steph! ๐
Today is our Co-Owner Stephanie's birthday, and we're sending her all the love + wishes for an amazing birthday and incredible year ahead today โจ
Steph, thank you for being the kind, loving, smart + wonderful person that you are. We wouldn't be where we are without you! ๐
Drop a ๐ฅณ below to send birthday wishes her way โคต
10/22/2022
Afternoon balloon rides return in ๐ days!
These seasonal beauties are offered in Phoenix, AZ from November 1 - March 15 when the temps are cool + winds are calm ๐
Not only do you get to hit snooze + cruise the afternoon skies, but post-flight bubbly + hors d'oeuvres by candlelight are always included to cap off your time up, up and away ๐ฅ
Reserve your ride at https://bit.ly/3VNXGgv ๐
10/19/2022
"A couple of years ago my family took a ride with you guys for a sunrise trip. It left such an impression that I had to put it on me permanently." - Tim Bennett (pictured right) ๐
What a tribute ๐ฅฐ
This is why we do what we do - to meet new people, share stories + make incredible memories together - it's all part of the ballooning magic โจ
Thank you to all of our wonderful passengers who make this dream of hot air ballooning for a living a reality, it's all because of you ๐๐ผ
10/17/2022
"Travel is not a reward for working, it's education for living." - Anthony Bourdain โจ
Drop a ๐ฏ if you agree โคต
Happy Monday from up, up + away ๐
At Hot Air Expeditions, we provide daily upscale hot air ballooning experiences year round. Operating locally in the Valley of the Sun for over 27 years, we pride ourselves on providing memories our guests will cherish for a lifetime. We have been rated the "Best Ballooning in Phoenix" by Fodor's Travel for 23 years in a row, come see why! We can't wait to see you up, up and away!
| Monday | 5am - 6pm |
| Tuesday | 5am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 5am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 5am - 6pm |
| Friday | 5am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 5am - 6pm |
| Sunday | 5am - 6pm |
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