Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride in Phoenix with Breakfast

From the FAQ section of our website: Will I see the sunrise from the balloon flight? No, we launch shortly after the sun has already risen. I heard that we will drive around looking for a launch site. Why don’t you pick one in advance? We are at the mercy of the wind since we have no engine, propeller or steering wheel. Especially in a major metropolitan area like Phoenix, we need to choose a launch site where the winds will lead us to a good and safe landing area with abundant open space. We obtain a weather briefing and check numerous weather sites for the most up-to-date conditions but the fact remains that weather is not an exact science. Mother Nature will do what she wants to do! The winds will typically change as the sun rises and heats the surface of the Earth and may be quite different than what we saw just 15 minutes earlier. We may stop at several places to check the winds to help determine the best launch site for your flight. We have been flying for over 30 years and there is no shortcut to this process. It is all part of the ballooning experience.

Mother Nature is in charge of everything we do. Many times the weather forecast is favorable but the reality is different. Safety is our number one consideration.