About Hot Air Expeditions
Hot Air Expeditions is Arizona's premier hot air balloon ride operator, offering daily sunrise flights over the stunning Sonoran Desert landscape surrounding Scottsdale and Phoenix. With over 27 years of experience and an impeccable safety record, they have carried tens of thousands of passengers on serene, breathtaking flights that soar above saguaro forests, rugged mountain ranges, and the sprawling Valley of the Sun as the desert comes alive in the golden light of dawn.
Flights launch 363 days a year from their Deer Valley location just northwest of Scottsdale, with each experience lasting approximately three to four hours including ground time. The flight itself covers 45 to 60 minutes of airborne adventure, after which guests are treated to a post-flight champagne celebration and gourmet brunch in the desert. Private flights, group bookings, wedding proposals, and special occasion packages are all available, and their fleet of colorful balloons accommodates parties from intimate couples to large corporate groups.
Hot Air Expeditions distinguishes itself through the polish and professionalism of every touchpoint. From the pre-dawn check-in to the final toast, every detail is thoughtfully orchestrated. Their pilots are FAA-certified with thousands of flight hours, their ground crew is efficient and friendly, and the post-flight brunch features locally sourced food and sparkling wine. For anyone visiting Scottsdale, a sunrise balloon ride with Hot Air Expeditions is routinely ranked among the top things to do in the entire state of Arizona.
