First Time Guidelines Of Balloon Rides Colorado

By Mattie Knight


Going on a hot air balloon ride is an unforgettable experience. Once you get up high in the air, you will get a feeling as though you are gently gliding through it. Most are scheduled early in the morning when the sun is rising. Winter Park, CO, has scenic valleys and is well suited for balloon rides Colorado. You need to prepare yourself well before you get up there so that you know what to expect. The flight is popular for its uniqueness and adventurous nature. Below are some of the key things you are likely to find.

The cost of a flight is usually dependent on the type that you book. Public packages are usually cheaper than private ones. For public, expect to pay about two hundred to three hundred dollars per person. Private booking may cost you anything between seven fifty to eight hundred dollars. The cabin crew expects some gratuity after the excursion. So do not be stingy and tip your pilot.

Perhaps the biggest factor affecting balloon rides is Mother Nature. No flights will occur during adverse weather conditions and changes like wind and rain. This is because such conditions are prone to cause accidents by interfering with the balloon mechanics. The balloon flows in the direction of the wind. The weather also affects flight dates and times. These are subject to constant changes as and when needed. Therefore, there are no fixed dates.

The basket capacity allows only a total of about ten or twelve people depending on the booking. This is for the case of public flights. Private ones allow you the luxury of dictating the number of people you want onboard. This is, of course, exclusive of the pilot. The basket has no seats so be prepared to stand for the whole duration. Leave those high heels and stilettos at home.

Choose what you are going to wear carefully. The burners and flames, inflating the balloon, make the whole basket hot. Due to this, make sure to wear something light. You do not want to start undressing in front of kids or pass out from the heat. The ride should be an enjoyable one.

Takeoff is graceful. Before launching, everybody must be in the basket. As you lift off, you will feel like the ground is slowly falling away from you. The balloon moves at the speed of the wind. When it gains altitude, the world below seems to stand still. Strap your cameras to your wrists to avoid losses and click away at the beautiful Winter Park, CO, scenery. The basket is stable enough to allow movement.

Landing is the uneasy part. As you descend towards the ground, you will notice, at first, that you are floating near the surface. Later, you will find that you must drag along the ground. If the balloon is full to capacity, everyone may fall on top of one another. Be careful not to hurt small kids.

Upon returning safely back to the ground, the excursion is celebrated with a champagne toast. This has long been the standing tradition. The ride is worth every penny paid for. Capture as much as you can on camera.




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