One of THE BEST experiences of my life! Staff responded quickly to questions and even helped us to find another balloon pilot for others in our group! We had a great flight: flew in front of Mt Ranier, down the river, and over Lake Tapps. My favorite part, though, was our trip through the tree tops....AWESOME!! The entire flight, landing included, were extremely smooth and peaceful. read more

See all

Well worth every penny! Eliav and his team provide for a wonderful experience. Incredible views, and a "sporty" landing made for a truly great time! read more

See all

It was amazing! To be honest, I was a bit nervous before going up. Once you're in the sky, you barely notice. There's no turbulence, and you can't even feel the wind! We went up at sunrise, and had THE BEST view of Mt. Ranier. This would be great for anniversaries, proposals, or even just a normal date. Absolutely stunning view. read more

Seattle Ballooning - Just 1 of the many beautiful pics I was able to get at sunrise on Mt. Ranier. What a great experience! - Hot Air Balloons Near Me - Burien, Washington

See all

We had the BEST time ever this morning. Got to see all the mountains, a beautiful sunrise, and spend some quality time with my family. Seattle Ballooning made quarantine so much more fun! read more

Seattle Ballooning - Hot Air Balloons Near Me - Burien, Washington

Such an amazing experience! My husband and I did a morning flight- the weather was perfect and the views, spectacular. Eliav and McKenna were amazing pilots- truly entertaining and once in a lifetime. We'd recommend this experience to anyone- locals and tourists! I cannot believe the views of Rainier, the river, and all the south end landscape. Absolutely loved it and would do again! Thank you Eliav and team! read more

We went on our first balloon ride today and it was AMAZING! Far exceeded my expectations and I would highly recommend this company. They were confident, intelligent and very friendly. We enjoyed the ride and the team we had. Would love to go on another flight with them! read more

Seattle Ballooning - Hot Air Balloons Near Me - Burien, Washington

See all

My boyfriend and I joined Eliav on a hot air balloon ride recently and cannot stress enough how amazing this experience was! Eliav is a gracious host who really knows his stuff when it comes to flying hot air balloons. We flew over the Green River with sunrise views of Mount Rainier, which was completely breathtaking. I highly recommend doing a hot air balloon ride with Seattle Ballooning if you're looking for a creative or unique date - we loved it! read more

See all

I took my girlfriend on a private flight this morning around Mt. Rainier and it was incredible. We had such a wonderful morning watching the sunrise with a really awesome pilot, Eliav. He was very professional and made us feel really safe for our first ride. We had such a great experience that we are eager to book another flight again as soon as possible. I recommend flying with them if you have the opportunity, the scenery is so beautiful and Eliav is a very talented pilot! read more

I couldn't be happier celebrating our 20th wedding anniversary with a hot air balloon ride! Eliav is the owner of Seattle Ballooning and was also our pilot for the day. The setup, flight, and landing were all well-executed. His love of ballooning is infectious, but he respects the potential risks and I never felt unsafe. He and his ground crew work well together; he has several backup processes in place for safety. We enjoyed unobstructed views of Mt. Rainier and Lake Tapps at sunset, having launched from near the Muckleshoot casino. Other balloon operations launch from Kirkland and Woodinville, but this one appealed to us since we were seeking mountain views. We also enjoyed the smaller basket size (only fits 5: two couples and one pilot) since it gave us time to ask questions and get involved. We really enjoyed helping with setup and learning about ballooning. Our sunset ride was followed by champagne, the most creamy scrumptious brie, Italian bread, and fruit, which was the perfect ending to a great ride! This is a great event for a significant other or for a special lifetime event. I don't know that I'd do this again since the price was a bit steep. It was still more affordable than a Seaplane ride (and certainly much more peaceful)! read more

My Boyfriend took me hot air ballooning last Sunday and it was Amazing. The captain Eliav was awesome - knowledgable, skilled, pleasant! We had a very relaxing ride with EPIC views of mount Ranier and nearby areas. We even dipped into a gorgeous lake and had champagne, cheese and fruits after. landing was safe and it took in all about 2 hours of air time plus another hour of travel and equipment set up and pack up. Highly recommend. read more

See all

If you're considering taking a hot air balloon ride, go for it!! Eliav and his crew do an excellent job and their passion for their craft is very evident right off the bat. I have a real appreciation for all the hard work that goes into flying a hot air balloon after seeing them in action. It was an awesome experience and the views from the balloon were spectacular!! It was a perfect day and we could see downtown Seattle, Mt. Rainier, the cascades, Mt. St Helens, lake tapps, and the Puget sound. Breathing!! read more

Awesome ride today with Eilav!! Great trip and he was a wonderful pilot. He was in Arizona this weekend so we flew over Phoenix during the sunrise. It was my first time ever in a hot air balloon and Eliav made the experience amazing! I would recommend him and his company to anyone! read more

My party of 4 had a fantastic flight with Seattle Ballooning Saturday Aug 4th. Our pilot was very friendly and happy and reassuring to the 3 of us who hadn't taken a flight. We met in the Muckleshoot Casino parking lot and hopped into his suv for the ride to the launch spot. He explained that safety is his number one concern and he won't fly if the winds are too strong or the visibility isn't good enough. We waited a few minutes for the winds to die down and then we were up, up, and away! Terrific views of Mt Rainier and the White River...we could see the Seattle skyline in the distance and Lake Tapps below us and and the Cascades and Olympics too! Our Captain, Eliav, answered all questions throughout the flight. He used an iPad and phone for navigation and weather radar. The landing in a grassy field was very soft..and because he knows most of the land owners in an hour's flight radius, we were greeted by happy kids upon landing. You will enjoy the ride, which is super quiet (when the burners aren't on) and motionless during flight. Go for it! A very enjoyable bucket list experience! read more

See all

I can't imagine a better way to see the beauty of the Pacific NW! This should be a "must try" for anyone with visiting out-of-town guests who really want to see how pretty it is here. A truly peaceful and breathtaking experience. Eliav was fantastic and learning about how balloons work and came to be was really interesting. On a side note, I can't think of a more romantic way to spend the morning with someone you care about, and I can't wait to go back up. Thanks! read more

Highly recommend this hot air ballooning experience with Seattle Ballooning. We did the sunset flight. Solid communication as the day approached. Hands on opportunities to prepare the balloon which was almost as exciting as actually being up in the air. I learned a ton and the flight itself was really varied and diverse in terms of altitude and views. The experience was charmed in every way and the tasty treats at the end was like a cherry on top. I'd easily fly again with this outfit. read more

See all

Just a great way to enjoy the city and try something new! The owner is very nice and helpful and gave us great tips on the rest of our adventure. I highly recommend trying this next time your are in Seattle! It is so beautiful and hopefully you will pick a good day for viewing like we did! I can't wait to try this again. Shai read more

Our sunrise hot air balloon trip was absolutely breathtaking. A balloon ride was on my bucket list and it couldn't have been on a better day... weather was clear and crisp, winds coaxing us over trees, Lake Tap and over the White River. Mt. Rainier was visible with a cloud that looks like a toupee which I learned to be a lenticular cloud, created by conditions near the top of the mountain. Our pilot, Eliav, is extremely knowledgeable in all things ballooning. I learned so much on this trip about both the physics and history of ballooning. Kyle did an amazing job of crewing alongside Eliav. It was an expert dance of staying in touch so that Kyle could assist in our smooth landing. At the end, we were treated to gourmet pastries and top notch champagne. A truly luxury experience and I would definitely do it again. Highly recommended. read more

What an amazing experience flying with Eliav today with Seattle Ballooning. I myself am a private pilot and this was something I had always wanted to try. I am so glad I did! The pilot was very informative and he really made me fall in love with this form of flight. I'll be back soon! Hopefully very soon! read more

It was an amazing trip, me and my girlfriend celebrate her 21th birthday. Definitely would come again for sunset trip. Wonderful pilot and crew. Highly recommend! read more

See all

Stunning scenery with breathtaking views of Mount Rainier, and a fun, expert balloon guide. We went up with another couple before visiting Mount Rainier. So glad we did! read more

The owner looks exactly like Bradley Cooper, which I think is reason enough to fly with them. Ok for reals though, it was an incredible experience and an amazing way to spend our 4 year anniversary! Thank you! read more

Had a great time learning about the history of hot air balloons, helping with the set up and packing up, and floating around with a beautiful sunrise. Thanks Eliav and crew! read more

We had the best experience. No better way to watch the sunrise. The staff was great! Answered all our questions pointed out land marks and share some great stories. High recommend this company. read more

We did the private sunset hot air balloon ride for my wife's birthday. The crew was really courteous and fun. They made sure we had a great experience. We flew from Auburn and travelled south with great views of the white river, mount rainier and sunset. read more

This experience was amazing. My daughters and my beautiful girlfriend really enjoyed the flight. The team at Seattle Ballooning are very passionate and energetic about what they do. We recommend for anyone traveling to the Seattle area. Thank you for the special touch croissants and champagne. read more

We had an amazing first experience with ballooning with Eliav and his team! I loved that they involve you in the setup and take down of the balloon before and after the ride, it was interesting and hands on. He also gave great information about the history of ballooning as well as the sights you see while up in the air. It was also nice having the bottle of cava (sparkling wine from Spain) after the ride :-) I've wanted to do a hot air balloon ride my entire life and this was the best way to experience it for the first time. I'd definitely recommend this company. read more

We had a great experience with the whole Seattle Ballooning team! Beautiful view, very knowledgeable hosts, and casual approach to ballooning. One thing to note is that you will be a part of the setup/take down process. It was actually super cool to help set the balloon up and see what the prep process is like. That being said, if you aren't physically able or interested in doing a little manual labor to help out, this probably isn't the best experience for you. All in all, it was an amazing time and we'd love to do it again! read more

Landed on a red eye to Seattle and came straight to our Sunrise balloon ride with Bob (care of Eliav) in Auburn. What an incredible ride and a perfect way to ring in my 31st trip around the sun! If you're looking for a great gift for any celebration, my boyfriend Nick and I highly recommend Seattle Ballooning. Thank you guys so much- these memories will last a lifetime. read more

My son and I had the pleasure of joining Eliav and crew during the Great Prosser Balloon Rally a few weeks ago, and it was amazing! Eliav is a very skilled pilot. We witnessed him very gently kiss the river with the basket. I look forward to flying with him again on the Westside! read more

We went for sunset flight from Auburn. It's amazing. We had a nice view of Mt. Rainier and country side view with ranches. Our pilot Eliav is really good at dealing with the flight, we had a safe and smooth pickup and landing without any bumps. This is our first time, Yet enjoyed it with out any fear and felt safe in air . We had a great time. Finally we ended our flight with his home grown strawberries, triple creame cheese and delicious Champagne. read more

See all

Im terrified of heights but once you are in the sky and see the amazing view of Mt. Rainier, the White River, and Lake Tapps you completely let go of your fear and get hypnotize by the beauty of nature. Eliav was our pilot, he give us a brief history of Ballooning and make out flight a unforgettable experience for my girlfriend and I. read more

See all

This was a lovely experience. Our original time got bumped due to weather, but they were on top of informing us when the weather was coming in, and rescheduling was smooth. The sunrise views of Mt Rainier were breathtaking, and the pilots' friendliness and expertise (as well as the ground crew's) was impressive, even when the winds got a bit capricious. It was full of wow, and we're very grateful for the experience. read more

Seattle Ballooning provides an excellent experience! The entire experience was professional, convenient, safe, and provided nonstop activities and a range of events and sites during the flight. Very flexible with opportunities. We did a dip in the fast moving river, received cheers and waves from below, touched tree tops, and had a creative landing...on a residential street! Lifetime memories! Thank you! read more

had a blast. my husband and I went and it was a lot of fun. Personally I would have loved to have gone just with him, too many people in one basket for my liking, but it was an amazing experience. Loved it!!! read more

My husband and I took our two teenage boys on a balloon ride with Seattle Ballooning on Saturday, July 14, 2018. The weather was absolutely perfect, too! Not a cloud in the sky! It was the most **amazing** experience from beginning to end! Our teenage boys loved the whole experience, too! Our pilot, Eliav, was just fantastic, professional and fun!! He had so many great stories to tell us about ballooning, educated us on the history of hot air ballooning, had some funny jokes, too, and he did a good job in helping us know what to expect on the balloon ride, too. :) He is an excellent pilot! The views were just breathtaking.. words truly can't even describe the scenery and views we had from the balloon. It was also an adventure, too, from hopping up into the basket to climb in to the easy landing we had, but the basket does tip over at the end and that was fun for us! :) Also, there was another balloon, piloted by Kyle, that went up with us, so that made our photos even better, to see another balloon in the sky. It gave an idea of what we looked like up in the air. :) And, we got to help with setting the balloon up, and taking the balloon down, and putting it away. All just fascinating. And, the champagne toast with the delicious pastries at the end was just such a special touch!! Excellent champagne, too!! (The teenage boys got water :) ). I HIGHLY recommend everyone goes on a balloon ride at some point... it truly is just like nothing else... floating in the sky... it's so peaceful. Thank you, Eliav, for helping create such a memorable and fun experience for our family! read more

See all

Had a wonderful, peaceful morning flight. Highly recommend it! Amazing trip, friendly captain and crew. Can't wait to do it again.

What I was expecting was to go to a location where the balloon was prepped and ready for flight. A scenic flight with rivers, lakes and Mountain View's. Landing then leaving. What happens is you get picked up in the parking lot of the Mukelshoot Casino and told to leave your car there. You get driven to a field in a SUV pulling a trailer. After arriving at an open field unloading the trailer begins. Getting the balloon ready for flight is a four person job and there are two employees. A pilot and a teenage kid who appeared to have no clue what he was doing. Be prepared for heavy lifting and an hour of prep time. The flight we had was over peoples back yards. The most scenic thing was a few cows grazing. Less than an hour later you're on the ground spending another hour breaking balloon down and loading it back onto the trailer. The people are very nice but I expect a lot more for that hefty of a price tag read more

My wife and I went on a flight this week and it was absolutely amazing. Eliav was great to work with and after several days of smoke and rain, we were able to go up. The whole experience, including setup and landing was top notch. This was our first balloon flight but definitely not the last now that we found Seattle Ballooning. read more