Your experience will begin with coffee and pastries at the award winning Healdsburg Shed Cafe in Sonoma Valley. After a brief pilot orientation you’ll be taken to the day’s best launch site for your hot air balloon ride!As you arrive at the launch site, you’ll be greeted by a bustle of activity – the hum of inflator fans, the lively colors of state-of-the-art balloons, and the roar of the burners. Once the balloon is standing upright it’s time to climb in and take-off!Gently, the balloon will float into the early morning breeze and usher you up and away. Before you realize it you’ll be air born delighting in the majestic countryside below. You’ll take in views of the beautiful vineyards and the winding Russian River. If the weather is just right you may even see the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco 60 miles away!Above it all, your experienced and knowledgeable pilot will share stories about ballooning and it’s history as well as point out areas of interest from the local region.Once you’re back on the ground, your flight will be celebrated with a champagne toast and farm-to-table gourmet breakfast at the renowned Healdsburg Shed Cafe.The memories from this experience will last a lifetime!
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