We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.
TripAdvisor
Trips
Inbox
More
    Help Centre

    Napa Valley Aloft Balloon Rides

    300 reviews
    #1 of 3 Outdoor Activities in Yountville
    Outdoor Activities, Tours, Balloon Rides
    About Napa Valley Aloft Balloon Rides
    Napa Valley Aloft Balloon Rides is a family owned and operated business. Our family has been hot air ballooning over Napa Valley for more than 30 years, offering smaller, private-party hot air balloon flights. Situated in the heart Yountville, Napa Valley inside V-Marketplace, Vintage 1870, we offer exclusive hot air balloon rides and personal flights to celebrate your special occasion. Our hot air balloon pilots are among the most experienced in the world with extensive knowledge of Napa Valley, combined with their passion for hot air ballooning makes them perfectly suited to be your special hosts and guides during your morning with us. Kid friendly and fun for the entire family. Join us for a most unforgettable experience!
    Closed Now
    Hours Today: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    See all hours
    Certificate of Excellence
    Contact
    Yountville, CA, USA
    Website
    Email
    Travellers talk about
    Tours and Tickets by Napa Valley Aloft Balloon Rides
    Tours from Napa Valley Aloft Balloon Rides tend to sell out - travellers recommend booking in advance!
    Napa Valley Aloft Hot Air Balloon Rides
    US$ 200.00 per adult
    Overview
    Reviews (300)
    Write a Review
    JPMiles / Payback Arrow
    50
    JPMiles / Payback Arrow
    Filter reviews
    290 results
    Traveller rating
    261
    25
    2
    2
    0
    Traveller type
    Time of year
    LanguageEnglish
    More languages
    261
    25
    2
    2
    0
    Show reviews that mention
    All reviews bucket list hot air balloon champagne breakfast napa valley launch site afraid of heights balloon flight once in a lifetime ground crew coffee and pastries an amazing experience great flight pre flight weather conditions breathtaking views pilot jeff highly recommend this company
    FilterEnglish
    Updating list...
    1 - 10 of 290 reviews
    Reviewed 13 December 2018
    Best of the Best

    Napa Valley Aloft has the best of all the balloon companies. They have a great central location: the take-off is from V Marketplace in Yountville - best view of the valley with a smaller Hot Air Balloon gondola which makes it more personable. The crew...More

    Date of experience: May 2018
    Thank Jack A
    Reviewed 4 November 2018 via mobile
    Bucket list!

    Such an amazing experience. So peaceful, beautiful and mesmerizing. We went over 5 km and the balloon pilot told us stories of the lands were travelling over. The photos do not do it justice!

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank PDblue
    Reviewed 4 November 2018
    CHEERS TO THIS BUCKET LIST ITEM

    What an amazing adventure. The whole experience from booking to arrival, check in and of course, the flight, was all perfection. Extremely friendly and knowledgeable team members, especially our pilot Jason, who owns the business. Spectacular way to see the Napa Valley and beyond. Thank...More

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank Tour7410
    Reviewed 26 October 2018
    Breath taking views, a one in a million experience, and an INCREDIBLE company!

    WOW! This is a one in a million experience! If you are second guessing yourself, do yourself a favor and just book it (you get a free 3 day cancellation time frame which made me a little braver about booking the trip :-) ) I...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank Sam A
    Reviewed 22 October 2018 via mobile
    Just a WOW experience....

    If you plan on go to Napa and consider do a balloon flight. This is the people to do it, responsible, excellent service, our pilot JP was amazing. Include the brunch after the flight is awesome too!! There are not enough words to describe the...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank JClassPR
    Reviewed 19 October 2018 via mobile
    Aloft Balloon

    Great experience. Took off from parking lot 2 minute walk from our hotel (Vintage House). Professional staff guided us every step. Very knowledgeable pilot and the most peaceful ride in the air. Scenery was incredible. Top notch logistics. Landed in park and shuttle vans waiting...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank Doogie77
    Reviewed 18 October 2018
    Best views in Napa!

    Nice efficient operation at Aloft. From the booking through pre-flight instructions, this is an A+ operation. Pastries and coffee while you book in and get your instructions is a nice touch too. Fascinating experience seeing the inflation of the balloon. Our pilot was super knowledgable,...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank towerpants
    Reviewed 18 September 2018
    You Will Never Forget This!

    This is one of the things everyone should do at least once. This was my fourth time and this company is one of the BEST! You do need to get up early, but it is well worth it! I am actually afraid of heights and...More

    Date of experience: September 2018
    1  Thank K8192BWjoanm
    Reviewed 13 September 2018 via mobile
    Best thing in Napa

    As someone who is afraid of heights I though this would be a bad experience. Instead it was one of those things that will stay with me for the rest of my life. Seeing the sun coming up, experiencing the beauty of the vineyards from...More

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank 662einarh
    Reviewed 13 September 2018 via mobile
    Great flight

    Took a balloon ride this morning with Napa Valley Aloft. We had a great time and were treated well by the staff. Great views and were up over one hour. Highly recommended!

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank badvikingman13
    View more reviews
    123456…29
    See all
    Questions & Answers
    Ask a question
    See all 15 questions
    BomayC1
    13 June 2018|
    Answer
    Response from NVAloftBallooning | Property representative |
    Hello, June is a lovely time of year for ballooning! Vineyards are very green, and the weather is not too chilly in the mornings. :) Thank you, Napa Valley Aloft
    0
    Votes
    BomayC1
    13 June 2018|
    Answer
    Response from NVAloftBallooning | Property representative |
    Thank you for reaching out. Unfortunately we are not able to provide transportation from San Francisco, however your hotel may be able to offer some assistance.
    0
    Votes
    CopperPennyHiltonH
    21 May 2018|
    Answer
    Response from NVAloftBallooning | Property representative |
    Hello, In the Napa Valley it is safest to fly the hot air balloons in the earlier hours of the morning, when both temperatures and wind speeds are appropriate for flight; you will find that hot air balloon companies in... More
    0
    Votes
    12345
    Related to items you viewed
    Balloons Above the Valley
    Balloons Above the Valley
    701 Reviews
    Balloon Rides
    Napa Valley Balloons, Inc.
    Napa Valley Balloons, Inc.
    1,719 Reviews
    Balloon Rides
    Napa Valley Bike Tours
    Napa Valley Bike Tours
    303 Reviews
    Equipment Hire, Wine Tours & Tastings , Bike Tours
    Napa Valley Drifters
    Napa Valley Drifters
    23 Reviews
    Balloon Rides
    Calistoga Balloons
    Calistoga Balloons
    57 Reviews
    Balloon Rides
    V Marketplace
    V Marketplace
    39 Reviews
    Shopping Malls