Private Hot Air Balloon Tour
Soar Alongside the San Juan Mountains of Pagosa Springs on a Private Hot Air Balloon Ride!
Flight Details
Experience a Rocky Mountain Balloon Adventure, from hands-on balloon inflation to breathtaking views spanning four states. Learn more about your flight and start planning an unforgettable balloon ride!
What to Expect on Your Hot Air Balloon Ride
You are welcomed at sunrise while the mountain air is calm and stable.
Get “hands-on” by assisting with balloon inflation and launch!
Climb aboard our basket for the flight of a lifetime!
We fly inches over local lakes, snag some souvenir pine cones from the tops of trees, and enjoy a panoramic view of 4 states.
Listen to a history of Pagosa while riding the peaceful breezes with the hawks, ospreys, and bald eagles.
You’ll assist with deflation, and pack up for our closing ceremony!
You’ll then experience the 200-year-old tradition of a champagne celebration from the earliest days of ballooning in France.
Enjoy snacks and juice while receiving your flight certificate.
Try Our Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight
Looking for the same breathtaking views without booking a private tour? Our Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight offers a shared experience that’s just as unforgettable. Soar over Pagosa Springs and the San Juan Mountains as the first light touches the peaks for a peaceful, awe-inspiring start to your day. Join fellow adventurers for a bucket-list experience filled with spectacular scenery, fresh mountain air, and a post-flight champagne toast.
Frequently Asked Questions
A private hot air balloon tour with Rocky Mountain Balloon Adventures takes you on an exclusive flight over the stunning landscapes of Pagosa Springs and the San Juan Mountains. You’ll begin at sunrise when the air is calm, help inflate the balloon, then climb into the basket for your private flight. You’ll float just inches above alpine lakes and valleys, enjoy sweeping panoramas spanning up to four states, and then return to a gentle landing. After touching down you’ll celebrate with the time-honored champagne toast, light snacks and juice, and receive a personalized flight certificate.
The best time of day for a private hot air balloon flight is at sunrise, when mountain air is calm and stable, offering smoother lift-offs and clearer views. The company operates year-round (weather permitting), and each season offers its own scenic advantage — from the fresh greens of spring, wildflowers in summer, colorful foliage in fall, to crisp winter landscapes. Booking early in the morning not only ensures better air conditions but also gives you that peaceful private experience before crowds gather.
Yes — safety is a top priority for Rocky Mountain Balloon Adventures. With more than 40 years of experience and over 10,000 safe flights, the company is fully committed to safety protocols and guest comfort. They’re members of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the Balloon Federation of America, and the Professional Ride Operators association, ensuring that pilot certification, equipment maintenance and ongoing training are all held to high standards. Because the flight is private, you’ll also benefit from fewer passengers and a pilot able to tailor the experience just for your group, adding an extra margin of comfort and attention.
A private hot air balloon tour gives you the basket, the ascent, the views and the moment entirely to yourselves — no other guests outside your party. That means:
- Less distraction from other passengers and more personalized attention from the pilot and crew
While shared flights are wonderful, the private version elevates the experience into something uniquely yours, making it perfect for proposals, anniversaries, family celebrations or simply immersing yourself in the grandeur of Pagosa Springs in peace. - More flexibility in tailoring the experience (celebrations, photos, pace)
- A quieter, more intimate ride (ideal for couples, families or special events)
Absolutely. A private hot air balloon flight with Rocky Mountain Balloon Adventures offers a magical backdrop for a special occasion like a proposal, anniversary, birthday or family milestone. Because the flight is exclusive to your group, the moment becomes unmistakably personal. The champagne toast, the awe-inspiring views over hidden canyons, alpine lakes and wildlife, plus the quiet serenity of floating at dawn — all combine to make unforgettable memories. Use the booking process to mention your special occasion, and the crew can help you ensure the event is smooth and beautifully timed.
Check Availability to view our calendar and see what days are available.
Weather is always a governing factor for balloon flights, especially in mountain terrain like Pagosa Springs. Rocky Mountain Balloon Adventures monitors wind, cloud cover, rain, snow and other conditions that affect safe lift-off and landing. If conditions are not safe for your private flight, you’ll be notified as early as possible (often the evening before or early morning) and given the option to reschedule or receive a full refund. This policy ensures that your private experience remains safe, enjoyable and stress-free.
What Our Guests Say
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We highly recommend Rocky Mountain Balloon Adventures!
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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.
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– 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.
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