Shared Sunrise or Sunset Hot Air Balloon Ride in McKinney
Float above the Texas countryside, then toast your flight with champagne
Duration
3.5 hrs
Ideal For
4 to 12 people
Includes
Balloon flight, Champagne, Photos
Highlights
Drift over the countryside in and around McKinney on a shared balloon flight led by an experienced, knowledgeable pilot. Travel with the wind as you take in the landscape from above.
- Help with balloon inflation before launch if you'd like to take part
- Rise to 3,000 feet or more above the ground, depending on clouds and airspace
- Receive a flight certificate to mark your experience
What's Included
- Post-flight champagne and hors d'oeuvres celebration
- Ground photos available to download; quality and quantity are not guaranteed
- Transport to the launch field and back to your vehicle after the flight
Important details
- Ages 6+ only
- Child fares require a weight under 100 lbs
- Good physical condition is required, including boarding the balloon and standing for an hour or more. You may lean against the basket
- Flying is not permitted during pregnancy or with spinal injuries or recent surgeries
- A weight surcharge may apply if the average passenger weight exceeds 220 lbs. This surcharge is not included in the listed price; the amount is not specified
- Do not wear flip-flops or sandals
- Flights require safe weather conditions. Check your email and text messages for flight-status updates before leaving for the meeting point
Cancellation Policy
Cancel more than 72 hours before your flight to reschedule or receive a gift voucher. Cancellations less than 72 hours before incur a $100 fee per person. Less than 24 hours before, the full flight price is forfeited, with no refund or rescheduling. You'll receive a refund if the four-passenger minimum is not met.
Product ID: PDQ5GM
FAQs
Flight-status updates arrive by email and text, typically by 11 a.m. for evening balloon flights or by 8 p.m. the evening before morning flights. Your meeting time or location may change with conditions, so check these updates before leaving.
Restrooms may not be available until you return after the flight. Use the restrooms inside Starbucks before leaving the meeting area.
Dress for the forecast ground temperature and a brief walk through a pasture or grassy field. Wear stable, closed-toe shoes, sneakers or boots, and bring a hat and sunglasses for protection from the sun and burner heat. Cameras are welcome; leave larger bags on the ground.