Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Black Hills

5.0(548)3 hFree cancellationBy Black Hills Balloons

Fly the beautiful Black Hills! Your adventure awaits.

About this activity

Experience the untamed beauty of the Black Hills from a hot air balloon! Located in Custer, SD, near Custer State Park, our launch sites are just miles from iconic landmarks like Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, and Wind Cave National Park.

Soar over rugged granite peaks, sweeping valleys, and serene lakes, enjoying a bird's-eye view of abundant wildlife like roaming buffalo, elk, and antelope. There is nowhere else in the world where you can witness this historic, wild landscape from such an incredible vantage point.

Established in 1984, our pilots' unmatched expertise in navigating the region's unique microclimates makes us the premier ballooning company in the Black Hills, consistently recognized as a Top 10 U.S. flight.

Our daily sunrise flights (weather permitting) feature approximately one hour in the air, culminating in a traditional champagne celebration, light snacks, and a souvenir certificate.

Phone hours: 8am - 8pm daily.

What's included

✓Bottled water
✓All Fees and Taxes
✓Hot Air Balloon Flight
✓Glass of Champagne

Not included

✕Hotel pick up and drop-off
✕Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Diagonally across from Lynn's Dakotamart, the local supermarket in town. Must check for an email or text from Black Hills Balloons the evening before the flight between 6.30pm and 8 pm for a flight status update and weather check. If you don't hear from us by 6.30pm please contact us.

Good to know

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum age is 4 years
Black Hills Balloons will text and email the day before the flight before 6.30 pm for a flight status update and weather check.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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