Hot Air Balloon Rides in Napa Valley

My husband and I did the balloon ride as part of a trip for our 10th anniversary. We were picked up by a shuttle at our hotel - we didn't realize at the time that our driver was also our balloon pilot! We had a few minutes to sign forms, have coffee and a snack (we brought our own gluten free pastries from our hotel, but if you aren't gluten free they had a decent spread). They let us know we'd be without a bathroom for about 2.5 hours which made everyone drinking coffee squirm a bit - but honestly the experience was so engaging I never thought about needing a bathroom. Beautiful weather, not too chilly but I'd recommend a knit cap. They told us no purses but then indicated we could have brought a small fanny pack or cross body bag that is close to the chest, so if you do need to carry something important a small bag works. So nice to take in the valley from the sky - we were the first ones up and only 2 other balloons that day. Cruised over my high school and landed beautifully in a park in Napa. A short shuttle ride back to our starting point where they had mimosas, juice, and more coffee waiting. We were actually done by about 9 so we had this awesome adventure and then still a full day. Would highly recommend.

What a wonderful and exciting experience. The pilot, driver, and staff were awesome. I felt safe throughout the entire flight. I’m glad I was able to conquer my fear. ☺️ Napa Valley is gorgeous and to experience it’s beautiful from above was just…exhilarating!

We had a great flight with our pilot Jim! Beautiful views of the wineries and sunrise. A once in a lifetime experience. Aloft does a great job of hospitality before and after the flight as well!

Napa Valley Aloft hot air balloon is a must try experience while in Napa Valley. The whole experience is phenomenal from start to finish. During check in you’re greeted with coffee and pastries and after the ride is a much needed brunch. It was breathtakingly beautiful being flown up over the vineyards by an amazing balloon pilot. Thank you for a wonderful experience!

What an amazing experience!! The crew was friendly and worked so hard. Our pilot Dan was interesting, humorous and very knowledgeable! We saw the sun rise from the balloon!!