Floating…
freely, silently
above the earth

Hot air balloon ride sightseeing tours, Pagosa Springs, CO

Floating…
freely, silently
above the earth

Hot air balloon rides, Pagosa Springs, CO

Floating…
freely, silently
above the earth

Pagosa Springs, CO

40+ Years of Experience
Over 10,000 Safe Flights

Ages 5+ Recommended
All Ages Welcomed

Hidden Canyons and Valleys
Fly Inches Over Area Lakes

Experience the beauty of Colorado from the skies aboard a hot air balloon!

If you’ve dreamed of flying, hot air balloons are the best way to experience the weightlessness of soaring over Pagosa Springs!

Winter Morning Balloon Ride

As you gently ascend, the earth seems to fall away below you, revealing hidden canyons and valleys. You may feel yourself becoming a part of Mother Nature while riding the peaceful breezes with the red-tailed hawks, the ospreys and the majestic bald eagles. Wildlife is abundant, and we watch for deer, elk, turkeys and other forest creatures as we fly over Pagosa Springs, Colorado.

If you’re searching for adventure, activities or the ultimate sightseeing in Pagosa Springs, you’ve found one of the most popular and highest rated attractions!

2024 Travelers' Choice Award

Hot air balloons are one of the safest ways to experience the skies! Safe, friendly to flight sickness, and extremely relaxing for guests of all ages. You’re in great hands with our expert guides and with Rocky Mountain Balloon Adventures you’re sure to have an exciting adventure that you’ll never forget! Our experience in the industry speaks for itself, and our team is so happy to have you join us.

Further ensuring your safety, Rocky Mountain Balloon Adventures is a member of the following organizations and associations. The goal of each is to set, ensure and exceed high safety standards, proper pilot certification and accountability, balloon equipment reliability, and ongoing education in the hot air ballooning field.

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) logo
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
Professional Ride Operators logo
Professional Ride Operators
Balloon Federation of America logo
Balloon Federation of America
Albuquerque Aerostat Ascension Association logo
Albuquerque Aerostat Ascension Association

1. Arrival

boys helping inflate hot air balloon

Our guests are welcomed at sunrise while the mountain air is still calm and stable.

Get “hands-on” by assisting with inflation of the balloon and prepare your camera for your dramatic rise into the air!

2. Ascend

passengers waving from rising hot air balloon

Climb aboard our basket for the flight of a lifetime!

We fly inches over the area lakes, snag some souvenir pine cones from the tops of trees, and enjoy a 200 mile panoramic view of 4 states.

3. Landing

hot air balloon deflation with teamwork

Listen to a history of Pagosa while riding the peaceful breezes with the hawks, ospreys and the bald eagles.

You’ll assist with deflation as a team, and pack up for our closing ceremony!

4. Ceremony

smiling women inside deflating balloon

You’ll then experience the 200-year-old tradition of a champagne celebration carried over from the earliest days of ballooning in France.

Guests enjoy muffins and juice while receiving your personalized flight certificate.

Book your unforgettable experience today

What Our Guests Say

Read more 5 star reviews on TripAdvisor

2024 TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award
10 out of 10 Stars

This place was AWESOME! Austin was our pilot and he was fantastic. We booked this last minute and I’m so glad we did. The views are unlike anything else and you can barely tell the balloon is moving through the air. All in all a 10/10.”

– CJ

Perfection

“From start to finish this could not have been better.”

– Kay R

Best Secret in Pagosa

Best experience in Pagosa Springs and we went to two hot springs, two outdoor concerts, went shopping downtown and made glass art.

We have been tandem paragliding in the Alps and the hot air balloon ride was right up there with that. We felt completely safe and excited from my 75 year old mother to my 18 year old daughter- we all enjoyed ourselves and would recommend it to anyone.

– Ruth C
Soaring Over Pagosa Springs

“Oh my goodness… bucket list travels! What an experience! The take off was so gentle and easy… soon we were floating over Pagosa… SO quiet… the only sound was the whoosh of the burner and fan filling the balloon with hot air.

The views are spectacular! I just can’t explain the beauty, the wonder, the awe. Never once did we feel insecure or fearful… we felt so safe in the pilot’s care. What a WONDERFUL experience – what a precious ride!

– Cindy and Michael

Absolutely Incredible

“Great experience! This excursion was by far one of the best! An experience that will not soon be forgotten. Breathtaking views from on high! Take off and landing were seamless. Would recommend this to everyone!”

– Judy M

Spectacular

“Spectacular! The view and stories were amazing! I would 100% do this again and again. It was worth the price and the time.

– Amanda

Named one of the top 10 best things to do in Colorado