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Booked the sunrise flight as a surprise birthday gift for my boyfriend. Our first attempt to fly we were unable to get off the ground due to weather (apparently its been a difficult year for ballooning because of el nino!) but the staff reassured us that we would be able to rebook at our earliest convenience. They even offered us the flight the very next morning but we were unable to attend. We rebooked for a sunset flight a few weeks later.
The meeting place was GREAT especially if you are trying to surprise someone because we meet in a lot in front of a pottery shop...my boyfriend said "We are taking a pottery class at 6 AM!?" It was priceless hahahaha anyways it is easy to find as well following iPhone map directions which is great.
The staff greets you and sets up a cute little table with fresh brewed Cartel (local) coffee and treats. We got their homemade Horchata the second time and it was delicious! Even my boyfriend who doesn't like Horchata tried it and loved it and drank an entire cup lol. Once everyone has arrived, had their snack, and the van is loaded and ready we take off to find a launching site which might be close or just a little bit of a drive. It depends on the wind and conditions.
The staff begins to set up the balloon for launch at the site and they encourage you to help out if you want, get involved, and even tough the balloon as it inflates if you want! That part was really fun. They even had a professional who came out and took pictures of us on the ground and as we were taking off. The actual balloon ride was sooooo amazing it was a gorgeous day, perfect temperatures, the flight was very calm and peaceful and not scary at all. Even though I was a little nervous before taking off I quickly felt extremely comfortable. Our pilot was very skilled, experienced, and knowledgeable and friendly with a great sense of humor. We flew for an hour with incredible views including Lake Pleasant before making a soft landing assisted by the ground crew. The ground crew tracked us to meet up with us right when we landed and began to set up dinner.
The dinner was the cherry on top of a wonderful experience! I was expecting good food but I was blown away by the meal. It was gourmet and delicious! And the post flight toast and drink was so great! The Float company owners utilize training from different chefs, bartenders, and restaurants to put together an absolutely incredible dinner for you. You will be full and happy! They are also incredibly friendly and gracious hosts. We may as well have been in their dining room instead of the middle of the desert! But being outside watching the sunset and having out meal under string lights and stars was beautiful and perfect. I couldn't have asked for more.
Thank you, Float Balloon Tours! Book with these guys and you will be so glad you did.
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