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Private Balloon Ride

Chester, MD

Item #: AIR-BAL-0008
Private Balloon - Eastern Shore in Baltimore
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Enjoy the romance and peacefulness of soaring above the Eastern Shore on a Private Hot Air Balloon flight!

  • Your Federal Aviation Association certified pilot has more than 16 years of experience
  • Floating through the sky while sipping on champagne is the perfect gift for someone you love
  • 360-degree views of the Chesapeake Bay, corn fields, nearby rivers and treetops
  • A magical experience you will always remember! 
Full Description
Chester, MD
When Do I Choose A Date?
If giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience; otherwise, you can choose one after checkout.

Year-Round:
Monday through Friday - Sunrise or Sunset
Saturdays & Sundays - Sunset

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Essential Information
  • Participants must be at least 42" tall
  • Not recommended for women beyond the first trimester in pregnancy
Duration
This experience lasts about 3 hours with approximately 1 hour of flight time.
Experience Provider Info
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Maximum Participants
2 per balloon
Spectators
Friends and family are allowed to come and watch the balloon take-off and land.
Weather Dependent
This experience is weather dependent. In the event your experience is canceled due to inclement weather you will reschedule directly with the experience provider. Always contact the experience provider with any questions regarding weather conditions.
What To Wear
Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for expected weather conditions and closed-toe shoes. Sunglasses and a brimmed hat are recommended.
How high, how fast, and how far will we fly?
Hot air balloons travel with the wind at an approximate altitude of 1,000 feet above ground, generally not much faster than 8 - 10 MPH. The distance the balloon will travel depends on the speed of the wind as well as the duration of the flight.
Where will I land?
Balloons travel with the wind and cannot be steered. Pilots may, however, change directions by ascending or descending to pick up varying wind directions at different altitudes. Crew members that assisted with setting up the balloon will follow your journey on the ground; this is called a balloon chase.
How does a balloon work?

Hot air balloons fly because the air inside of the balloon is hotter than the outside air. By using propane fueled burners the air is heated causing the balloon to ascend. To descend, the air inside the balloon must be cooled by either letting the envelope cool on its own or by opening the vent at the top of the envelope to let some of the hot air out. Throughout a flight, the pilot will use a combination of heating and cooling the balloon to ascend and descend. When it is time to land the top of the envelope is opened completely to let all the air out and deflate the balloon.

What should I wear?
Dress appropriately for expected weather conditions. The temperature during flight will be similar to the temperature on the group. Hats and sunglasses are recommended.

Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 30 days.  All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.

Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time.  If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference.  If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Experience Gifts.

Cancellation Policy

Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation, no refunds will be given. Rescheduling is allowed up to 7 days prior to your experience, failure to appear on your booked date or to reschedule at least 7 days prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience. In the event your experience is canceled due to inclement weather you will reschedule your experience directly with your experience provider.

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