10 Sunset Balloon Flights Tours in the World to Book a Morning Around

1.Sunrise or Sunset Hot Air Balloon Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 802 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $224Our pick

Meet the IB Ballooning Mallorca team near Cala Millor for a small-group sunrise or sunset flight. Jordi, Luis, and the crew handle the balloon, explain each step, and take you above the Tramuntana Mountains and northeast coast for one peaceful hour, with champagne, photos, videos, and a flight certificate.

“Such a fantastic experience, the pilot and contactperson Jordi was helping us out, when the taxi did not come as it should. He made sure we could join before the sun stood up, actually we were the first balloon up in the air. The flight was once in a lifetime, fantastic to just roam in the air, Jordi made sure we had a good time in every way, told us what we saw, and he was funny and pro at the same time. And we had Champagne in the air. Luis drive us back to the hotel, full of service and a smile! Thank you for the trip guys! 10/10!!…”

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2.Sunrise and Sunset Experience Hot Air Balloon Ride Mallorca

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 230 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $229Top rated

Meet your pilot and crew in Sant Llorenç des Cardassar, watch the balloon inflate, then float for about an hour above northeast Mallorca and its coast. Pilots including Jordi, Jorge, and Andrés explain the flight and help with a smooth landing. Champagne, photos, video, and a certificate are included.

“Excellent experience amazing views a must for anyone who has not experienced this before. Celebrate with a glass of fizz and get videos pictures to make memories”

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3.Sunset Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Phoenix

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 227 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $225

Fly above the Sonoran Desert from Glendale in a shared Rainbow Ryders balloon. Expect a safety briefing, hands-on launch setup, about 45 to 60 minutes in the air, pilot commentary, desert views, and a post-flight champagne toast. Sunset flights suit those who prefer a later start.

“We had a really great experience! Jon was an excellent pilot and kept us laughing. I felt safe and comfortable the whole time, despite being afraid of heights.”

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4.Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $225

Meet Rainbow Ryders in Albuquerque for a roughly one-hour sunset flight over the Rio Grande Valley. Your pilot explains ballooning and local nature while you watch the Sandia Mountains change color. Expect a shared basket, snacks, refreshments, and a champagne toast after landing.

“Our balloon ride was a great experience. The flight crew, Anthony, Jerry & Misa, were efficient with prepping for the ride and fun companions on the way to the launch site and back from landing. We felt safe and reassured with their collective experience, and they’re all clearly passionate about ballooning.”

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5.Amboise Hot-Air Balloon Sunset Ride over the Loire Valley

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 47 reviews · 3 hours · from $300

Join pilot Kevin and the Amboise Montgolfière team for a one-hour sunrise or sunset flight above the Loire Valley. You will watch the balloon inflate, drift over vineyards and rivers, toast the landing with Champagne or grape juice, and visit Caves Plou & Fils.

“We had an amazing flight. Kevin, our balloon pilot, was very competent. We felt safe in his abilities. The views were spectacular and serene; the whole experience was unforgettable. Kevin drove each participant home afterwards. Put this on your list, you won't regret it.”

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6.Heraklion: Sunrise Balloon Flight & Sunset Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 8 - 9 hours · from $353

Start with a sunrise balloon flight over the Lassithi Plateau, help inflate the balloon, and finish with a light Greek breakfast and flight certificate. Later, board a semi-private catamaran from Heraklion or Hersonissos for swimming, snorkeling, sushi, fruit, local wine, beer, and sunset views.

“have to say this activity was an amazing experience, firstly the hot air balloon was lovely, the boys that were our guides were so friendly and so attentive! we have to give special recognition to the staff and the experience on the catamaran, firstly they were all so friendly and helpful, Secondly, we want to thank Joanna, Minas and Wesley for helping me propose to my partner and made it so special! It is an experience me and my partner will never forget, they truly made the experience unforgettable! the cruise itself was also fantastic with lovely views, great swim and the food was unbelievable!”

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7.Amazing Sunrise or Sunset Balloon ride(with private options)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 19 reviews · 3 hours - 270 minutes · from $211

Fly above Mallorca from Manacor in a gentle hot air balloon with pilots such as Carlos and Ricardo. Expect 50 to 60 minutes in the air, wide island views, multilingual explanations, a landing celebration, certificate, and optional private arrangements. Morning flights are the safest choice in summer.

“Activité très sympa ! Guide adorable (Carlos) occasion de découvrir Majorque d’une autre manière, très belle expérience !!”

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8.Angkor Balloon Sunrise or Sunset ride.

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 15 reviews · from $30Best value

Take a 15-minute ride in Angkor Balloon, a French-made tethered helium balloon about 800 meters from Angkor Wat. You will rise in a gondola for sunrise or sunset views over the temple area. Bring a camera, arrive early, and keep plans flexible for weather.

“It’s good, but definitely not worth the price.”

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9.Seattle: Mt. Rainier Sunset Balloon Ride with Champagne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 2h 30m · from $405

Meet Seattle Ballooning south of Seattle for a sunset flight with an FAA-certified pilot, possibly Captain Melissa, and a small crew. Watch the balloon inflate, rise 3,000 to 5,000 feet, and toast with champagne after 45 to 60 minutes in the air.

“This was an AWESOME experience! You get to watch them blow up the balloon and float thousands of feet into the air. Mount Rainier looks phenomenal on a clear day and you can see so much for so far. You can see the rivers and the mountains at most angles. There's something beautiful to see at every angle. The entire crew was friendly. It was truly an experience worthwhile.”

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10.Angkor Balloon Sunrise or Sunset ride and Pick up/Drop off

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 6 reviews · 30 min · from $43

You’ll ride a tuk tuk from your Siem Reap hotel to a tethered helium balloon just 800 meters from Angkor Wat. The advertised 30-minute flight offers sunrise or sunset views from a private group gondola, though actual airtime can vary with weather and operations.

“booked for sunset, and on the day they said it was fully booked offered trip before. which turned out to be much shorter. 10 minutes from lifting off to landing. didn't offer a partial refund to reflect shorter trip.”

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