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Hot Air Balloon Ride

4.9 / 518 reviews
6+ years

If you cancel your reservation up to 10 days before the start of the activity, we will refund you 100% of the reservation payment. No refunds will be issued on cancellation requests received after the indicated anticipation.

Free cancellation

You can reschedule your booking without any additional cost until 10 days before the beginning of the activiity.

Free rescheduling

Live a unique and unforgettable experience at dawn! Fly over San Pedro de Atacama and its surroundings in a hot air balloon.


Duration:

4 hours

Times:

05:00 am to 09:00 am and 06:00 am to 10:00 am

Minimum of passengers:

4 personas


Included:

  • Pickup at your accommodation (urban area)
  • Shared transportation
  • Hot air balloon flight
  • Bilingual instructor (Spanish and English)
  • Hot drink
  • Snack
  • Sparkling wine

Restrictions:

  • Minimum age required of 6 years old
  • Minimum height of 1.20 meter (3.9 feet)
  • People between 6 and 16 need to be with a responsible adult
  • Weigh 110 kg maximum

Weather:

In case of suspension for weather conditions, we will refund 100% of your payment.

  • Subject to weather conditions

Cancellation and rescheduling policy:

  • 10 days

What to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • Comfortable clothing

Descripción

We’ll depart before sunrise from San Pedro de Atacama to the launch site. After a welcome coffee, your pilot will explain how the balloon works and go over safety measures. You’ll be able to join the cold-inflation process and even step inside the balloon for photos before takeoff.


The hot-air balloon flight lasts about 1 hour and uses a basket for up to 6 passengers (Lalcktur flight: two compartments with three people each). During the ride, float over the Atacama Desert with panoramic views of the surrounding volcanoes and the Salt Mountain Range. After landing, we’ll drive back to San Pedro de Atacama.


Important notes


  • Maximum 6 passengers per balloon.
  • If you select more than 6 travelers, the final price per person is calculated during checkout; note that each balloon carries up to 6.
  • The experience lasts 3 to 4 hours overall; the flight itself is  around 1 hour.
  • Pick-up and drop-off not available for lodgings outside the urban area, in nearby ayllus (Quitor, Yaye, Checar, Sequitor, Solor, Coyo), or in Toconao.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • To book Hot Air Balloon Ride, you must choose the date and follow the steps on the website. You can add more tours to your cart before confirming your booking.
  • We accept bookings up to 2 days in advance, subject to availability. Therefore, we recommend booking as early as possible to secure your spot.
  • A minimum of 4 people is required to confirm the service. If this number is not met, we will offer you the closest available dates or a full refund. The earlier you book, the more time we have to add passengers and confirm the departure.