About Our Balloon Flights

Lake Tahoe Flight Schedules

Operates approximately May thru October

Our adventure will begin shortly after sunrise (approximately 5:15AM - 6:45AM) when balloon conditions are the best and the natural beauty of this alpine setting is revealed.   Our guests will meet us at the Tahoe Keys Marina (click for directions) where they will board the Tahoe Flyer, the worlds only U.S.C.G. certified balloon launch and recovery vessel.

While cruising to the designated launch site on Lake Tahoe a deluxe continental breakfast will be served onboard. Once we have reached the designated launching site, we will begin the fascinating process of the balloon inflation right from the upper deck of the Tahoe Flyer. Guests will have the opportunity to observe our experienced crew as they prepare the hot air balloon for flight. Once inflated, guests will join us on the upper deck where will begin boarding. When ready, the flight will depart and take our guests high above Lake Tahoe for an approximate one hour flight.   Flying from lake level to approximately 8,000 - 10,000 feet above sea level provides views of all of Tahoe including Emerald Bay, the second most photographed spot in the U.S. and other vistas including Fallen Leaf Lake, Cascade Lake and the desolation wilderness. Many days visibility allows views of the peaks of Yosemite and the coastal foothills over 150 miles away.   At the end of the flight, the pilot will remarkably land back on the upper deck of the Tahoe Flyer and our crew will begin the deflation process of the balloon. To celebrate this once in a lifetime experience the pilot, crew and our guests will all enjoy a traditional champagne toast with plenty of champagne, mimosas and snacks while cruising back to the Marina.   Special logo souvenir included.  

Please allow approximately 4 hours for the entire trip.