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    3.9 (230 reviews)
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    I booked my flight with Sky Drifters to celebrate my girlfriends birthday and it was a great decision. Hot air ballooning is very dependent on the weather so it is important to go when conditions are ideal and be understanding if things change. My initial booking had to be canceled but rescheduling was no issue and I was able to go within the same week. It is honestly relieving to know that your pilot won't take you up unless they believe it's completely safe. Sacramento is lucky to have a ballon company that can show off the farmland and vineyards. We were able to go high in the sky and low around the beautiful watering holes and greenery. Tim and Erin are a great duo. Tim is experienced, confident and a talented pilot. Erin is so sweet and a great photographer. My girlfriend and I recommend booking with sky drifters.

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    This was an absolutely amazing experience. It was my wife's birthday present and Tim and Erin made it an awesome one. Tim is a very competent and proficient pilot and was able to stretch the journey as far as conditions dictions would allow for that day. Erin made is a fun experience by taking some preflight pics with our phone and even shared the ones she took with her phone at the end of the trip. Most places would probably nickel and dime us for stuff like that. I really appreciate that they didn't do that. We will definitely be doing that again and suggesting that to our friends too.

    This hot air balloon ride was so peaceful
    Chakra L.

    What a great experience. I took my niece here for her 17th birthday with her friend. We all loved it. My niece was so excited. The owners are exceptionally nice people. Personable they make you laugh and feel comfortable, I recommend them.

    There were some issues. I tried to call the operator after to discuss. Each time I would start the conversation with "hello Sir", and he would call me a crazy bitch and hang up. Each time I called that was his response. "Crazy bitch". He refused to apologize in writing, but he did on the phone (with the caveat that I wasn't allowed to speak during the call). One star because the balloon itself was kinda fun.

    What an amazing experience!! I booked a flight for me and my beautiful wife who always loves doing things more on the "extreme" side and has never had a fear of heights. Since my wife has had this on her list of things she's always wanted to do, I figured I would step out of my comfort zone and surprise her with a flight she probably thought she'd never be taking with me. I've got to say, for someone who has had an extreme fear of heights, I would do it all over - again and again! The Sky Drifters crew went above and beyond to make our time with them was one of the most safe, memorable, exciting, and comfortable experiences. The minute we arrived, we were cheerfully greeted by Erin (Tim - the Pilot's wife), she took the time to explain the entire process with us and volunteered to act as our personal photographer the entire trip! Tim is an awesome pilot, who's very knowledgeable, professional yet funny, and will treat you like family from the minute you arrive. From beginning-to-end he made every effort to ensure that we would get the most out of our time with them. I couldn't have been happier with the entire experience! We will definitely be going back and flying with them in the future. Hats off to the ground crew, who were fast, professional, and efficient. Overall, you can't go wrong with choosing Sky Drifters! Don't let your fear of heights get in the way of you missing out on such an amazingly unique experience!

    Amazing experience, good communication, compassionate and responsible hosts. Pilot and team were enthusiastic and prepared, our whole flight from booking to rebooking (my schedule error) and flight went so smoothly. Great experience. I even proposed.

    Shivani N.

    Let me start by saying we had the best experience of our lives. Not just the balloon ride but interacting with the crew members and the pilot Tim made our journey an interesting one. Tim is a very knowledgeable guy with interesting stories. We very much enjoyed his company. Thank you Sky Drifters. My son said Hi bro

    Jacqueline G.

    Amazing. Just simply amazing. The whole trip took my breath away. I was so captivated by the scenery. Tim was so gracious to keep our flight on a day he considered to have unfavorable winds. Instead kept our flight at a safe height and made the most of it as he could with his expertise. Book a flight now! You won't regret it!

    This was one of the most memorable experiences of our lives. My boyfriend wanted to propose to me, and Tim and Erin made sure that I was completely surprised the whole time. They made sure we were comfortable and they went above and beyond what was expected. They're funny, kind, humble and very accommodating. It was an amazing day, and I 10/10 would recommend to anyone who wants to go on a ride, to go with Tim and Skydrifters. Erin also took a ton of fun and romantic photos before the ride and my fiancé and I will cherish those memories forever.

    Vien N.

    My friend An, now my boyfriend, decided to surprise me by asking me to be his girlfriend on this surprising hot air ballon adventure. Unfortunately, the weather was bad so we had to reschedule it to today. Erin( the pilot's wife) did a fantastic job on assisting us on rescheduling. Overall, Tim is very knowledgeable and is a funny dude. Same goes to Erin. She is super nice and very good at taking picture. ( I've attach some of the picture she took) For all my boys and girls: if u planing to have a romantic proposal--look no further, this is it!!!! Once again, Thank u Tim and Erin for your amazing work!!!

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    Napa Valley Aloft Hot Air Balloon Rides - Amazing sunrise in Napa!

    Napa Valley Aloft Hot Air Balloon Rides

    4.8(368 reviews)
    68.6 mi

    This balloon ride was such an amazing experience! The entire ride was incredibly smooth, and Bob…read morehas so much personality. He keeps you laughing and engaged while also being very informative and making sure you feel prepared for everything, including the landing which was super smooth! We were fortunate to fly on what Bob described as a nearly perfect day. Our one-hour ride covered about 12 miles, and the views were absolutely incredible. He explained that it can sometimes be too cloudy to see very far, but we could see all the way to the San Francisco Bay. The ride does start very early, so I would suggest grabbing a quick energy drink or going ahead and having your first mimosa so you can really enjoy the experience! You also receive a glass of wine afterward, and that wine was so lit! For anyone who feels anxious about taking a balloon ride, Bob's welcoming personality and calm, knowledgeable approach make him the perfect person to fly with. I felt comfortable throughout the entire experience and would absolutely recommend him.

    This is truly a once in a lifetime experience. I've experienced a hot air balloon tour before, but…read morenot like this. The company has a great system for checking in, onboarding and off boarding. The pilot is very talented, informative and skilled. The views are incomparable. The mountains, valley, sunrise and cloud cannot be explained. The ride ended with a trip to a wine tasting at a local vineyard.

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    Napa Valley Aloft Hot Air Balloon Rides - Reflection of another hot air balloon from Napa Valley Air Loft.

    Reflection of another hot air balloon from Napa Valley Air Loft.

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    Sonoma Ballooning Adventures - Sunrise

    Sonoma Ballooning Adventures

    4.9(161 reviews)
    74.2 mi

    Great morning flight! Just amazing!! It was a beautiful experience and our pilot was so funny.read more

    So grateful to be sharing this review!…read more If you've been considering booking a Hot Air Balloon experience... Do it!! My husband surprised me with this epic experience for our anniversary. And from start to finish is was dope! King mentioned the booking process & communication prior to arrival were seamless. We arrived at 5:25am to a secure parking lot. Check in was smooth and they distribute the large group info smaller ones based on weight. We were offered complementary snacks and coffee and although we declined it was a nice touch. Be sure to note that anything that does not fit inside your pocket is not permitted onboard the balloon. It was extremely foggy (early August) so we unfortunately had to be transported to another take off site due to weather about 50 mins away. They do make it very clear that there are different take off locations and the Sonoma one may not be an option if weather is not permitting. When we arrived they were inflating the balloons which was pretty cool to watch. Take off was smoother than I anticipated. The views from the sky were remarkable and being in the air has a level of freedom not atinable by another aircraft. Landing was ok, and we were all instructed to brace ourselves by bending knees & leaning back in basket. The custom Sonoma Ballooning champagne toast was the cherry on top. Huge shout-out to our pilot Balloonist Mateo for having great energy and keeping us informed.

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    Sonoma Ballooning Adventures - Everything

    Everything

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    Sonoma Ballooning Adventures

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    Balloons Above the Valley

    Balloons Above the Valley

    4.4(515 reviews)
    66.5 mi

    I give it a 4.5. We had to arrive super early and wait for them to set up everything. It was cold…read moreoutside and they did provide coffee, hot chocolate and snacks. We the weather being so unpredictable we had to wait. I was fine with wait because i do value my life. I had the chance to cross off a major item from my bucket list. A hot air balloon ride and wow, what an experience! The views were absolutely breathtaking. Floating high above the landscape, seeing everything from a completely new perspective, was truly magical. The sunrise was especially beautiful as we drifted along, and the silence up there, broken only by the loud occasional burst of the burner, was unlike anything I've ever experienced. That said, there were a few things to consider. The heat from the burner can be overwhelming, especially if you're not prepared for it. I didn't wear a hat, and I really wish I had and i am short 5'2 those blasts of hot air can get pretty intense when they hit you directly! So, if you're planning this trip, definitely bring something to cover your head. The landing was a bit of a wild ride, too. The ground was much harder and more uneven than I expected, and we didn't quite know where we'd land until we were almost on top of it. Also getting in and out can be extremely challenging. It's hard climbing into and out of the basket and it's very tightly packed. Not a lot of space to move. I knew the risks going in but the whole experience was so worth it. Even with those little surprises, it was absolutely incredible. Would I do it again? Definitely not! Despite the heat and the bumpy landing, the beauty of the experience makes it all worthwhile and a one timer for me. I highly recommend it if you're looking for something unique and unforgettable to add to your list of adventures. Just don't forget your hat!

    Amazing first time experience with a friendly crew. The ride was so smooth it felt like the world…read morewas moving around us. We had to go to a different location due to weather, which is fine. A change in location is preferred than cancellation.

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    Balloons Above the Valley - After the flight you can take pics in front of the deflated balloon.

    After the flight you can take pics in front of the deflated balloon.

    Balloons Above the Valley - Captain Jake and the ground crew were amazing. Highly recommend!

    Captain Jake and the ground crew were amazing. Highly recommend!

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    Napa Valley Drifters Hot Air Balloon - His proposal   2.16.14

    Napa Valley Drifters Hot Air Balloon

    4.0(128 reviews)
    65.7 mi

    My boyfriend planned this hot air balloon event for us as a surprise on Valentine's Day! We were in…read moreSF and we had to wake up at 5am to drive to Napa Valley because the hot air balloon company said to be there at about 630am ish. The meet up spot was at the Napa Valley Marriot Hotel. As everyone was gathering up and meeting and signing the waiver forms, a casual pastry breakfast was provided (starbucks coffee and tea, hot chocolate, and assorted pastries and muffins). On that particular morning, the Napa Valley was too foggy and they cannot issue up hot air balloons unless there is 0mph wind and the skies are clear. So they gave us the option of rescheduling our date or to travel with them to Winters. They drove us in big white vans! There were 3 hot air balloons and 8 couples were in each hot air balloon. It was really fun!!!!! The hot air balloon fliers were stationed in the middle and they educated us a lot on hot air balloons and steering with the wind and all the cool sorts! (However, I must admit that after a while it got kind of boring for me.. like.. okie.. now what? let's jump off!!! hehe i'm an adrenaline junkie.. sky diving is next for me :)) The way we landed was fun though! Our pilot taught us that the ladies had to sit on the guys' laps and we all had to duck down.. Landing was kind of rough in the sense that we kept going in one direction and our hot air balloon was tilted and kept bouncing off the ground and the hot air balloon finally tipped over! After the hot air balloon trips, we were driven back to the Marriot hotel for all you can eat breakfast, which consisted of sausages, bacon, bagels, scrambled eggs with cheese, waffles, coffee, tea, mimosas!!!! They took pictures of us as a couple and were selling semi-nice constructive paper frames with our picture and our balloon for $20?! So expensive, considering that the cost of the whole thing was already almost $700!! You would think that the picture would be included with the price hot air balloon package... OVERALL, wonderful experience :) very romantic and exciting and fun!!! I would highly recommend this to couples :) Maybe not on Valentine's Day because I know prices are more expensive on that special, over-hyped holiday haha

    Props for Bob and Terry and Whorehay or is it Horehay? It was very early, we had to be driven…read morearound to find the right spot due to poor weather conditions. During the car ride Terry was happy to tell us about wineries since we were curious. He seems to be very well knowledgeable in that area. Good tips and all where to visit. We were very pleased. Above all I'm glad they choose to be more on the safety side although weather conditions were not looking good in Napa that day, we got to go near Rainbow City. They set up quickly, while we were in the car reading over the contract, yes there is a life death contract, well not that severe, but it's basically saying if they land somewhere in someone's property by accident or what not or get arrested for something then don't sue the dudes. Doubt that ever happens but hey, it's just a paper for safety requirements for their license. So before we started off, we had our chances to take pictures. Bob and them guys were nice, Bob was our pilot for the day. He was great. Talking was minimal, so we got to enjoy our time staring out from the high altitude. He told us about the speed we were going, altitude, distance and all that. Loved his company. He told us safety landing procedures too. All in all we were super satisfied with the service. :) We had a safe landing. Bob cared enough to ask me how I was doing when I was freaking out on the side holding on to the pole for dear life :) He also told us stories, about other couples, hear it for yourself haha~ Any doubts on this? Ask me, I'd be happy to share my experience. All I have to say is if I had enough money, I'd definitely go back and do it again at this place. :) Oh, we even got a free Champagne @ the end & a picture w/ bob. (See pix) :D

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    Napa Valley Drifters Hot Air Balloon - My boyfriend took us on a sunrise hot air balloon ride over napa during fall!!! Happy 5 years

    My boyfriend took us on a sunrise hot air balloon ride over napa during fall!!! Happy 5 years

    Napa Valley Drifters Hot Air Balloon
    Napa Valley Drifters Hot Air Balloon

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    Sonoma Zipline Adventures - Great ziplining guides Logan and Dulton

    Sonoma Zipline Adventures

    4.9(1.3k reviews)
    101.4 mi

    Went for the Treehouse Adventures (Fern) Treehouse hosts…read morewere friendly and accommodating. Room and toilet were very clean. (Note: limited in-treehouse sink water) Showers are only a short walk away. (Toiletries provided) Snacks and bottled water all included. Zipline guides were very fun and helpful. Amazing views over a small creek.

    We did the Treehouse Adventure and everything about this excursion is a must! From the friendly and…read morefunny zip guides, fun and exciting zips, and clean well-maintained hiking areas, to the fantastic hosts, unbelievably clean and well-maintained treehouses, and the gourmet quality food (perfectly cooked filet mignon). They had everything we needed... towels, washcloths, shower amenities. games, snacks, bug spray, plenty of water, feminine products, and the first aid items we ended up needing (for bug bite). We had a first few time zippers in our party, and the group, and at all times, my party felt SAFE! The guides make sure we were ALWAYS attached at all times (several straps) and followed the same process for each zipper, for each line. Also, my party appreciated the first "starter" lines to get us acclimated. For more experienced zippers, we loved the challenges (like touching trees and zipping sideways. This was worth every penny! I totally recommend tipping at the end in the gift shop if you feel so inclined.

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    Sonoma Zipline Adventures - My husband and I high in the trees zip lining

    My husband and I high in the trees zip lining

    Sonoma Zipline Adventures - The rope bridges have just enough swing and stability to balance fun with feeling safe.

    The rope bridges have just enough swing and stability to balance fun with feeling safe.

    Sonoma Zipline Adventures - My family having a blast! It definitely a must try!

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    My family having a blast! It definitely a must try!

    Sky Drifters - hot_air_balloons - Updated September 2026

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