Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

Float over the Rio Grande Valley during a sunrise hot-air balloon flight from Albuquerque, home of the largest hot-air balloon festival in the world. As the sun comes up over the Sandia Mountains, admire the dramatic reds and oranges that fill the sky, and learn about the features of the New Mexico landscape from your expert pilot. Back on the ground, celebrate a memorable flight with sparkling wine and a commemorative flight certificate.

Meeting Point

5601 Eagle Rock Ave NE

5601 Eagle Rock Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113, USA

Please check in at our office location.

What to expect:

Duration: 4 hours

Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon

Albuquerque, 87113-1765, New Mexico

Rise early to begin your hot-air balloon experience. Stop into the office for check-in, then ride to the balloon launch site (which varies day-to-day depending on weather).
Your pilot begins the process of inflating the balloon when you arrive. You can even help out the crew during the inflation process for a more hands-on experience.
As you float high above the ground, enjoy incredible birds-eye views of the Rio Grande Valley. Your pilot determines the route for the day depending on the wind’s direction. You may fly over the city of Albuquerque and even dip low enough to wave at people or skim the Rio Grande River. Throughout your flight, your pilot shares informative commentary about the landscape beneath you.

After approximately one hour in the air, your pilot lands the balloon and the ground crew comes to meet you. Celebrate your flight with a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and a commemorative flight certificate before returning to the original starting point.

4 hours

What's included:

• Professional guide
• Light snacks after the flight
• Scenic hot air balloon flight
• Champagne toast

Not included:

• Hotel pickup and drop-off