BALLOON RIDES

Your 2013 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta ®BALLOON RIDE begins with Rainbow Ryders.

Lift off during the mass ascension with over 500 hundred balloons in all shapes and sizes from around the world. Float amongst the pristine New Mexico sky filled with beautiful balloons and create memories during your hour-long flight.  Celebrate your journey with a traditional champagne toast back at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® Field.

CLICK HERE to make your Rainbow Ryders Fiesta Reservations Today!!! Space is limited and the price is subject to availability!!

Express check In-NO LINES Admission Tickets Pre-Paid Parking Balloon Museum Tickets Q & A with our Chief Pilots  VIP Escort to your Balloon 2013 Commemorative Ryders Club Pin Ryders Club GOOD MORNING BREAKFAST

BEFORE YOU FLY

When is the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta this year?
October 5 – October 13 2013

How do I Book a Flight?
To book your “Experience of a Lifetime” please give us a call at (800) 725-2477 or you can book through our reservation page.   Space is limited and the price is subject to availability!!

Where do we meet?
We ask that you meet us inside Balloon Fiesta Park at our tent (Balloon Rides).

What time do we meet?
We ask that you meet us at our tent between 5:00 and 5:30 am the morning of your flight. Since crowds can reach in excess of 100,000 people, arriving sooner is better.

How many people can fit in your baskets?
We have baskets that range in size.  The smaller baskets can carry anywhere from 2-4 people and the largest basket can carry 12-14 people.

How long is the flight?
For your flight you will be in the for about an hour to an hour and a half, then after your flight we will bring you back to the park for a champagne toast.  You should plan on being with us for a total of 4 hours from the time you meet us at our tent to the time we bring you back to the field.

What happens if the weather is bad?
Ballooning is very weather dependent.  If we do cancel due to the weather, we will check for availability and try to move you to another day during Balloon Fiesta.  If we are unable to rebook your flight for another day, you will be refunded all your money minus a $30 non-refundable booking fee per person.

Check out these amazing experiences during the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta!!

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Rainbow Ryders Inc. The Premier Hot Air Balloon Company of the SOUTHWEST is proudly celebrating 30 years of in flight experience, under the same ownership.  Make your reservation today for an experience of a lifetime!! Rainbow Ryders Inc. ®is the official and only balloon ride company that launches from the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta ®Field.