Ultimate Tahoe Balloon Adventure
Overview
What makes this experience truly unique is that it is the world's only hot air balloon adventure that launches and lands from a custom vessel floating on the waters of Lake Tahoe. Unlike traditional balloon rides, your journey begins aboard the Tahoe Flyer before sunrise, where you'll cruise on the tranquil lake surrounded by stunning Sierra Nevada scenery.
Over approximately 4 to 5 hours, you'll enjoy scenic cruising to and from launch and landing and about one hour of flight time above one of America's most beautiful alpine destinations. As you gently drift through the sky, take in panoramic views of Lake Tahoe, Emerald Bay, surrounding mountain peaks, and pristine wilderness from a perspective few travelers ever experience.
Safety is the highest priority, and our experienced balloon pilot and boat captain carefully evaluate weather conditions before every flight. From start to finish, the friendly crew is dedicated to creating a safe, memorable, and once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
What's Included
- Live commentary from an experienced and knowledgeable balloon pilot.
- An array of beverages and refreshments is available onboard.
- Traditional post-flight champagne toast
- Cruise aboard the Tahoe Flyer, the world's only balloon launch and recovery vessel.
- Coffee / Pastries
Meeting Location
2435 Venice Drive East
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Lake Tahoe (California) (pass by)
Emerald Bay State Park (pass by)
Fallen Leaf Lake (pass by)
Desolation Wilderness (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-5655277P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Helicopter Tours customers.
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- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Live commentary from an experienced and knowledgeable balloon pilot.
- An array of beverages and refreshments is available onboard.
- Traditional post-flight champagne toast.
- Cruise aboard the Tahoe Flyer, the world's only balloon launch and recovery vessel.
- Coffee / Pastries.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Ultimate Tahoe Balloon Adventure is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ultimate Tahoe Balloon Adventure will be included in your confirmation email from City Helicopter Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Live commentary from an experienced and knowledgeable balloon pilot.
- An array of beverages and refreshments is available onboard.
- Traditional post-flight champagne toast
- Cruise aboard the Tahoe Flyer, the world's only balloon launch and recovery vessel.
- Coffee / Pastries
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
