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Over The Rainbow Ballooning

Durango, CO
Spectacular Hot Air Ballooning Adventures in the Rocky Mountains of Southwestern Colorado. We fly the beautiful Animas River Valley from the Red Rock Ranch following the winding Animas River to Durango.

Small, intimate flights are our specialty. Couples or couples with children preferred.

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Group Hot Air Balloon Ride - Adult

Priced from $250
This ballooning adventure is perfect for the group or family of 3 (or more) looking for a morning of adventure and scenic beauty. Experience a learning journey designed to immerse you in the world of Hot Air Ballooning from start to finish - from set up to take down and from chasing to hopping, this trip will take you through the science, the history and the excitement of one of the worlds oldest forms of flight. Each trip into the air will last for approximately a half hour. After which, we will run a "hop" where we will change out passengers and you will get a chance to experience the thrill of chasing the balloon for the next half.

Group Hot Air Balloon Ride - Child (under 15yrs)

This ballooning adventure is perfect for the group or family of 3 (or more) looking for a morning of adventure and scenic beauty. Experience a learning journey designed to immerse you in the world of Hot Air Ballooning from start to finish - from set up to take down and from chasing to hopping, this trip will take you through the science, the history and the excitement of one of the worlds oldest forms of flight. Each trip into the air will last for approximately a half hour. After which, we will run a "hop" where we will change out passengers and you will get a chance to experience the thrill of chasing the balloon for the next half.

Hot Air Balloon Ride - Adult

Priced from $250
Experience a learning journey designed to immerse you in the world of Hot Air Ballooning from start to finish - from set up to take down and from chasing to hopping, this trip will take you through the science, the history and the excitement of one of the world's oldest forms of flight.

Hot Air Balloon Glow / Tether

Priced from $500
Imagine having your own Hot Air balloon lighting up the evening for an hour or two.

Great fun for Birthday Parties. Space and Weather Considerations need to be met.

Hot Air balloon Ride - Child (Under 15yrs old)

Priced from $125
Experience a learning journey designed to immerse you in the world of Hot Air Ballooning from start to finish - from set up to take down and from chasing to hopping, this trip will take you through the science, the history and the excitement of one of the world's oldest forms of flight.


Children are under 15yrs of age and to get the most out of your ballooning adventure, children should be at least 48 inches tall to see over the basket.

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Address
Red Rock Ranch <br/>North Animas Valley
Durango, CO, 81301
Directions
Directions from Albuquerque International Airport. Head north on I-25 until you come to Bernallio, exit on US550, head north until you hit Durango Colorado and you are there...There being the beginning of your adventure.

*Map location is approximate and should not be trusted for navigation. Please contact us for detailed directions.

Cancellation
All Cancellations must be received at least 48 hours prior to arrival. Cancellations inside of 48 hours prior to scheduled trip are non-refundable.
Deposit
Payment in full at time of reservation.

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