Balloon flights typically occur twice a day in this region – in the early morning hours (starting around dawn) and a few hours before sunset. These two times afford the calmest wind conditions and most stable weather for a safe and enjoyable flight. Morning flights are available year-round on weekends only (Saturday & Sunday).  Evening flights are available daily, year-round.

The following rules for your show-up/arrival time apply year-round:

“Morning Sunrise Flights” –
For morning flights plan on arriving at your launch location no later than twenty (20) minutes before official sunrise.

“Evening Sunset Flights” –
For evening flights plan on arriving no later than two (2) hours before official sunset.For your own planning purposes, click on this Sunrise & Sunset Calculator for our area.

Typically we take off and climb slowly to a few thousand feet. This gives everyone an opportunity to see many beautiful sights all at once. On a nice day with good visibility you can see the skylines of New York City and Philadelphia, and the Delaware Water Gap. Then we slowly descend and glide over corn and grain fields, lakes, meadows, forests and many other areas abundant with wildlife.

Not only can you, we strongly encourage you to do so. Video recorders are great also. But remember, we are not responsible for any damage to your personal photography equipment. If you bring friends or family along to watch, be sure they have the ability to take pictures of YOU during your flight.

The basket carries five average size passengers plus the pilot. If you have a larger group, we simply use additional balloons. Please let us know as much in advance if you have a large group, or if your guests have special physical needs or requirements.

There is no way to technically steer a hot air balloon. However, after a thorough analysis of current and forecast winds, we have a fairly good idea of any potential changes in wind speed and/or directions with changes in altitude. The bottom line is we go where the wind goes.

Typically, the temperature will be only slightly cooler with an increase in altitude. Certainly no extreme change at all. However, temperatures will be somewhat cooler in the early morning, as well as late evening, especially when the sun goes down. Dress accordingly as you would for any outdoor activity keeping in mind the time of year. Even during the summer, consider bringing a light jacket or sweater. Layering is certainly better than wearing one bulky piece of clothing. Please consider that on occasion we may land in fields where you may have to walk through some brush or foliage. We discourage open-toe shoes (sandals, flip-flops, etc.). Also, wear shorts at your own risk.