Overall, great experience!!!…read more Our friends bought us a package for a 30 minute flight and wine tasting. We couldn't wait to book our flight. We got lucky with such nice weather. The awesome pilot, Anthony, toped it off! He was very friendly, nice, and very knowledgeable about flying and the Temecula area. The take off and landing was very smooth with little to none turbulence. On the other hand, the view was AMAZING!!! He pointed out the various wineries and flew us over the lake before landing. Definitely worth booking for your next adventure. We would love to come back for the sunrise or sunset flight in the future. Thanks Anthony for this wonderful experience! We were in awe the entire time! =)

Man, I'm at loss of words to how COOL this experience was! My boyfriend surprised me with this…read morecrazy date idea and honestly, big time score. The ride was incredibly smooth (didn't even notice us taking off or landing), so for those who are a little scared, you'll find no better pilot than him. His knowledge on the vineyards and Temecula area is just as impressive as his flying skills. It's a you have to experience for yourself to understand kind of feeling. Loved every second and everyone, this is THE PERFECT gift to get anyone, adrenaline junkie or not.

overall this experience was wonderful. Brian was an excellent pilot and he was very knowledgeable…read moreand he made our ride comfortable and safe. Joey, Marcy, Filiberto, and Brian all helped with the balloon and it's maintaence. They were very kind. David and Jaylon were very helpful booking the appt. They made sure I had everything and were helpful when I kept calling to verify my reservation. I would definitely return again. Thank you to EVERYONE who made this ride so fun, smooth, and comfortable for us. I truly appreciate it.

I'm giving California Dreamin' Hot Air Balloon Adventures 2 stars because the actual balloon ride…read moreitself was beautiful and offered incredible views of Temecula Wine Country. Unfortunately, the overall experience was disappointing. Our day started at 4:05 AM with a hotel pickup. We were then driven to the owner's property to sign waivers. For an additional fee, guests receive a bottle of wine and a Nothing Bundt Cake. However, the bottle of wine we were given had no label whatsoever, so we had no idea what type of wine it was, where it came from, or any information about it. Afterward, we were transported to the launch site. Once there, we waited approximately 45 minutes while the balloon was being set up. During that time, three other balloon companies arrived after us and were airborne within about 10 minutes. It was frustrating to spend so much time standing around waiting. The flight itself was amazing and the reason this review is getting 2 stars instead of 1. The landing was rough and felt unstable, as though the basket could tip over. We landed on private property where the owner appeared upset that we were there, which created an uncomfortable situation for everyone. After landing, we then waited another 30-45 minutes before being allowed out of the basket while the crew deflated and packed everything up. Once again, there was a lot of standing around and waiting. When the post-flight celebration finally began, guests were offered Costco Prosecco, apple cider, and orange juice. What stood out was that one of the crew members was serving drinks with visibly dirty hands, which was not particularly appetizing. In addition, an already-open, partially consumed bottle of orange juice was brought out and served to guests. That felt unprofessional and unsanitary. The overall celebration was very underwhelming. Considering this is Temecula Wine Country, I expected something more thoughtful and polished than Costco Prosecco and a mystery bottle of unlabeled wine. And they left it on the truck What was most disappointing were several unprofessional comments made during the experience. There were jokes and remarks involving naked women and drug-related topics that felt inappropriate, especially in a business setting where guests of all ages and backgrounds are present. It made the experience feel less professional than expected. We also landed in an area surrounded by brush and were warned about the possibility of snakes while waiting for transportation. Overall, the balloon ride itself was fantastic, but the customer experience, professionalis

Our pilot Wes was SO great! From the moment he picked us…read moreup, to the moment he dropped us back off, he made us feel so comfortable and safe. Finding the entrance to the airport was easy, getting into the plane and seat belted was easy, and navigating the headset was easy! There was no moment during our tour where we felt confused or nervous about what was happening or going on. The views were AMAZING! Specially since we did the sunset tour! Our pilot was so knowledgeable on the counties history, and we actually learned a lot! The takeoff, flight, and landing were incredibly smooth. I highly recommend this establishment. You won't regret it!!

Wesley facilitated an amazing flight experience for us! I was a little nervous to fly in such a…read moresmall plane, but Wesley was calm and reassuring the entire flight. It was so neat to see all of Orange County from the air. Truly magnificent. Love Joy Air! I would go again in a heartbeat!

So glad we checked this off the bucket list. We had a great experience. Despite the morning being…read morevery foggy from having warm weather the day before, the company did a great job of finding clear skies to take off from. Pilot Denni (the owner of the company with almost 40 years of pilot experience) was great and landed in the same place we took off, which is likened to a hole in one in golf. The whole experience was less than 3hrs. The ride itself lasted about an hour. We were transported to and from the launch and landing sites. They took some pictures for us and provided a balloon ride certificate at the end with discounts for local wineries and businesses. Mimosas and a bag of snacks were provided at the end. It was a great experience and would recommend to anyone willing to wake up before sunrise.

What a magically dreamy adventure! Can't believe it's taken me (a thrill seeker) so long to go on a…read morehot air balloon, but better late than never! It was actually a lot more calm and peaceful than I thought it would be! Even my friend, who's afraid of heights, did it! Sure, she was pretty scared at first and stayed close to the center of the basket, avoiding to look out and down, but she started feeling more comfortable the longer we were in the sky. We booked on their website and used the promo code "Groupon" for a discounted price of about $180 per person. The meeting point was in the parking lot of a shopping center in Temecula at 5:30am. There, they went over some rules, info about hot air ballooning and there was a photographer/videographer, Wesly Cajuste, selling packages for stills and a video. He has a drone that follows the balloon. My friends and I decided to go for it since it was our first time and it was a special occasion (friend's birthday). We were very happy with the way the video and the photos came out. Then, a couple shuttle vans took us to where they were setting up the hot air balloons, which varies depending on the wind. Before getting in the basket, we got to go in the balloon while they were inflating it. It was chilly in the morning, but it gets pretty warm being under the propane tank, so hats and layers are suggested. We were 4 groups of 4 and were assigned to a huge balloon with 4 separate compartments we were snug in. The knowledgeable and experienced pilot, Brian, was in the middle. I read that the baskets have doors but we had to climb in ours. The ride was about an hour long and we had a spectacular view of Temecula valley. I was a little nervous about the landing, but Brian is clearly a pro and did a magnificent job with a smooth landing on an open field. No mimosas in the air since there are no restrooms, but they busted out the Crooks when we got out! The website said breakfast, but they actually just give out ziplocked bags of snacks. Lol! Totally not necessary. The balloon ride was the ultimate highlight! They also give a certificate, which includes a list of wineries you can get discounts at for having done the hot air experience.

SkyRider Tours is nothing less than amazing! All of my wedding guests were wowed by the beauty…read morecoming from the lit up hot air balloon as the sun set. The SkyRider team is very kind and also helped guests get on the balloon! We enjoyed our tethered ride, going up and seeing the surrounding valleys. For a lot of our guests, that was the first time they've ever been in a hot air balloon! Thank you SkyRider Tours for making our wedding unforgettable!

What a perfect day! Joshua and the team made my proposal perfect. Couldn't recommend them enough!read more

Highly recommend! We've done a lot of helicopter tours around the world and Zephyr Helicopters was…read moreon the top of the list. Absolutely beautiful views and we felt so safe the entire time from start up to shut down. Their brand new helicopter is amazing! Thank you for the experience

Incredible experience from start to finish! I booked a helicopter tour with Zephyr Helicopters as a…read morebirthday gift, and it was a first time flying in a helicopter for both of us. Jacob made everything seamless, from flexible weather planning to thoughtful touches like reaching out ahead letting us know what to bring, checking in day of, and offering to take photos pre and post flight. He made us feel totally at ease with a clear, friendly safety briefing, and the views were stunning the entire flight. When a marine layer rolled in, Jacob adjusted the route so we flew above the clouds for an unreal view! Can't recommend this experience enough. 10/10!

Wonderful experience, very qualified and friendly pilot. Amazing views. Highly recommendedread more

I can't recommend this enough, so much fun!!! I'd give them a 10 star rating if I could. We took a…read moreflight out to the Julian Pie Company to grab some apple pie and headed back home. The flight there was beautiful, the flight back was beautiful as well but a lot more fun. Our Pilot, Dave, was a fantastic host. It is clear from the second you meet him that he has been doing this for a long time and loves what he does. He was very courteous and friendly. He pointed out various landmarks as we flew and looked like he was having as much fun as we were. Trust me on this, if you take the flight out to the Julian Pie Company let Dave have some fun flying through the canyons on the way back. Trust me :) If you have been thinking about taking a helicopter ride, stop thinking and do it, you won't regret it. Thanks again Dave!!! I'll definitely be back.

It's always a great pleasure to work with OC Helicopters…read more Had extremely friendly experiences with them over the course of our flights from either sight seeing or flying to Catalina Island or onto other airports in Southern California. OC Helicopters has always been there when you needed them. Excellent superior service! Plus you get to fly in a awesome helicopter!

Had an amazing flight with OC Helicopters. I requested a sunset flight and captain Rick delivered!…read moreCaptain Rick did everything to make sure I was comfortable and explained flight procedures in detail. He knew the area well and pointed out a number of famous and unique houses, even caves on the side of oceanfront cliffs. The flight south to Dana Point, inland to San Juan Capistrano and back was nothing short of spectacular! Highly recommended... ask for Captain Rick!