Fair Winds Hot Air Balloon Rides

This was an amazing experience! It was peaceful and the view was beautiful. Jeff was such a warm and genuine person and really knew what he was doing. Ride was smooth and you didn’t even feel like you were moving. We received a lovey welcome breakfast and awesome goodie bags, very nice touches. Highly recommend !

Excellent experience. Jeff and his team made it informative, fun and really explained what was happening clearly. Views were fantastic and the silence was even better. I would definitely suggest booking in advance especially during the summer months but they had enough baskets to accommodate everyone comfortably. Great experiment and my wife loved her birthday surprise

Such an amazing experience with a FANTASTIC staff at Fair Winds! My friend and I were first timers, and we loved every second of it. Jeff took us up and was phenomenal the entire way! We had an exciting landing and really enjoyed the experience. Every step of the way Fair Winds exceeded our expectations — highly recommend them to anyone considering taking a ride!

Surprised my boyfriend to an air balloon ride just because. The staff was very professional and friendly and made everyone feel comfortable. Watching the air balloons being prepped for take off is a sight to see: with huge fans and extremely hot propane tanks firing up– it’s quite a show!
Air balloon ride was breathtaking– and not too bumpy. If you tend to get motion sick (or even if not) make sure you’re hydrated. I was dehydrated on the balloon which caused me feel nauseous. Had I been hydrated, that wouldn’t have happened.
Ride ends in a random field and then you’re picked up and they drive back to where you initially parked. Receive goodie bag at the end with champagne and a t-​shirt. I went with Fair Winds because of the high ratings. If I’m going to float thousands of feet up in the air, I’ll pay extra for a tried and true ride. Great experience!

We couldn’t have asked for a better experience today. Jeff is just a total machine; absolutely pleasant and multitasking like a mad man. I have no idea how he manages to remember everyone’s name in addition to all his other responsibilities. The crew was cordial and easy to talk to as well as very competent… thanks Jeremiah and Rose. The equiptment was in great shape. The whole outfit is so professional, clearly this isn’t their first rodeo! We had great ride. Also of note, riding with us was a gentleman with 30+ years experience in the ballooning industry… he said Fair Winds and Jeff are nearly the best he’s seen in the entire country I don’t doubt it. Highly recommend this group!

My husband and I couldn’t have been happier with our first hot air balloon experience. I surprised my husband with a flight for our 1 year wedding anniversary and Fair Winds made it such a wonderful surprise. The staff was absolutely amazing and it was so much fun to be able to participate in the process from beginning to end. Thank you Jeff and staff!

I took my husband on a hot air balloon ride for his 30^th birthday, and it was incredible. Jeff was an excellent operator and made the ride interactive and fun. It was great to participate in blowing the balloon up and helping pack it up at the end. An unforgettable experience, and I would recommend this company without hesitation.

Excellent trip, Jeff made it fun and very easy. Totally worth it and all the staff were very friendly.

This was my first ever experience with hot air balloon. Me and my daughter had a wonderful time riding the balloon, and I must say that the Fair Winds team was incredible and Ed who was our pilot has tremendous experience flying with lots of stories to tell. I highly recommend Fair Winds as they showed a great deal of attention to their clients and they gave us a bag with full if goodies. Thank you Fair Winds for making my ride fun.

Awesome experience!!! Loved it and would recommend it to anyone! People were friendly and it felt safe the whole time. Completely satisfied.

Jeff was amazing. So full of enthusiasm. My friend, who is afraid of heights, had a wonderful time, Jeff calmed all of her fears. Everyone at Fair Winds is super friendly. The ride was wonderful and the landing went smooth. Very skilled balloon pilots!

Wonderful, wonderful experience. Every member of the team was kind and a pleasure to meet. The ride was lovely, the view tremendous and the service extraordinary. Worth every cent and then some.

I booked the birthday of a lifetime for my three daughters, and a few of their friends, and they loved every minute of it. The basket was then full of teen and twenty somethings, and we will have the memories and photos for the rest of our lives. My expectations were exceeded at every turn, I put my trust in this team, and boy did they deliver! Would book again if ever given the opportunity. Thank you to Jeff and your entire team for a job well done!

I am a huge Unilocaler and for me you are either great or you really suck. I’m here to tell you that these guys exceeded my expectations by twice. Great people, great service, I felt they provided all the necessary information we needed. And most important that my family was safe with these guys. Don’t even look anywhere else. When it come to a value for your money, this is where it begins and ends. Thank you guys. We really enjoyed ourselves, because of you.

Awesome experience! My first time on a hot air balloon and probably won’t be my last! Jeff, Ed and the entire Fair Winds staff did an amazing job, making sure all passengers we’re comfortable, the ride was smooth, and that We had a 360 degree view of boulder and the rocky mountains. We went about 4000ft up in the air and my goodness, breathtaking views! So blessed to be able to go up on a beautiful day!
To top it off, my boyfriend proposed to me right after We landed. such a wonderful experience. Would definitely recommend! Mahalo Fair Winds!

Our experience with Fair Winds was fantastic. We were up bright and early, excited to go on our first hot air balloon flight. Jeff, the owner, along with the 5 or 6 other Fair Winds staff members that were there, were very friendly. They were professional and gave in-​depth answers to every question that we had. Right when we got there, we enjoyed the coffee and breakfast that Fair Winds provided (tasty pastries) and we visited with the other folks who were flying that day. What a gorgeous morning.
The balloons were beautiful — we got more and more excited as they filled with air. We chatted with our pilot before getting in the balloon basket. He was a former Nebraska football player who was very friendly and informative. He made us feel comfortable. When it was time to get in the basket, our excitement level had risen to the next level. It was such a nice morning — which it should be for everyone since the weather has to be close to ideal in order to fly! The flight itself was amazing, as expected. The overall experience was one that will never be forgotten — thanks to Fair Winds, but most of all, to the gorgeous views of the Rocky Mountain geography!!! If you’re looking to go on a hot air balloon ride in the Rocky Mountain region, I would highly recommend Fair Winds Hot Air Balloon company.

Outstanding! Jeff and his entire team at Fair Winds Hot Air Balloon Rides do their utmost to ensure a most memorable, safe and pleasant experience for their guests. Their attention to every detail, positive energy, excitement, and personalized service from start to finish create a one-​of-​kind experience worthy of the highest possible rating!

Let me start by saying I began my search by looking for companies close to where I live. After doing some Internet-​based research, I chose Fair Winds over another company. Fair Winds were about $ 25 dollars more, and in the end it was very well worth it.
I’ll start with the reservation process. I like when a company offers reservations online, which is should be de riguer in this day and age, but sometimes isn’t. Fairwinds offers online reservations. Fair Winds had a good set up, although it was two-​part, it was simple. There was also the option to reserve by phone, for the web-​challenged.
The Fair Winds website was well done and it was easy to find all the information I wanted. Follow-​up was great. Confirmation via a friendly phone call was done the day before the flight, to ensure that we were on, as there can be weather cancellations. The website includes information on location, equipment, what to wear, what to expect and the like.
On the day of the flight, the launch location was convenient and easy to get to, tucked into a business park in Gunbarrel (just north of Boulder). When we arrived, it was easy to spot the venue, as it was brightly and clearly signed. I noticed that van, trailers and other support equipment were current, clean and well-​kept. Check-​in was easy, there was a nice continental breakfast provided and everything ran on schedule. Jeff and his crew were professional, welcoming, and inclusive.
We had about 11 people on our flight. Fellow passengers were encouraged to help with set up, which took about 15 minutes. Then it was time to board. The baskets are very deep and passengers have to climb into them. Accommodations for those with injuries or special needs can and were made; the crew provided extra time and assistance for those who needed it and the rest of the passengers were patient and understanding, too. Having flown before, I knew being in the basket would be close and we were but not sardined in nor was it uncomfortable. Of course, Colorado people have to be some of the friendliest, happiest people I have ever met, so that helped, as did the crew’s cheer and enthusiasm. As we prepared for take-​off, my friend Melissa got to help run the burners.
The flight itself was amazing! I just don’t have words. It was amazing to see Boulder and environs from the air and the view of the mountains was breathtaking. It was intriguing to see airplanes from Boulder Municipal taking off BELOW us. Our altitude ranged from 4,000 to 9,000 feet. The ride is smooth and quiet and there’s really no sense of motion. It’s lovely and peaceful. Jeff was ready and willing to answer questions and provide information but he wasn’t overly chatty or tour-​guide-​y, he just let everyone experience the ride for themselves. I liked that and it’s the mark of a true pro. He knows he doesn’t need to sell it, the experience speaks for itself.
Our landing was smooth and uneventful. The chase vehicles were already waiting for us, with bottles of cold water, which was welcome. Again, passengers were encouraged to participate with the tear-​down and packing of the equipment and it was fun to watch/​do.
Once we returned to the launch site, we were given goodie bags. I won’t disclose the contents, so I won’t ruin the surprise for future balloonists, but I will say it was nicely done. Check-​out was quick and easy because everything was set up and ready to go for us. A few hours later, a thank-​you email arrived from Jeff along with a couple of photographs of my group.
I cannot say enough good things about this company. Highly recommended. I’m glad I went with them. My family is visiting in mid-​July and if there are reservations available, we will be planning to ride with Fair Winds again!

I am very pleased with the experience I had at Fair Winds. Jeff the owner has really great energy and tries to get to know everyone immediately. We arrived around 5:45 am we’ll they were setting up the balloon and they had coffee, OJ and pastries out for us. There were a number of other couples and families waiting as well as the crew set up 2 large balloons.
Watching the set up of the balloon was really cool and our pilot Ed was very nice and informative. It is kind of crazy being up in the air so high in a wicker basket but once we were up it was amazing to see the views of Boulder! Being up so high and seeing the mountains were very peaceful and romantic. Great activity for a couple or to celebrate a special occasion. There was even a proposal on our balloon!
After landing we helped pack up and rode back to the launchsite. The crew had a goodie back there waiting for us, including champagne and picture of us! It really felt like this company puts an emphasis on customer service. Jeff said a few nice words in closing and we were on our way. It was such an eventful morning by 9:00am! The whole trip was great and Fair Winds did an excellent job making our experience worthwhile.

Our first Balloon ride. Jeff is the guy who greets everyone and signs them in. He is such a happy person to meet. Huge smile, great energy and great sense of humor.
Every on on the team is very nice to each other. The best part that I like about this team is, I guess they are all a family. They have great sense of humors, wonderful energy… there was this little girl and boy who were helping them pack and unpack the balloons… they seemed to have a lot of fun doing it.
We flew with Ed, he was very nice person and was very knowledgeable about the area and how the air current system works. Same goes with him. good sense of humor and very courteous.
At the end, they give you a goody bag with a T-​shirt, a champagne bottle and few other things… They didnt have to do it but they did. They offer a lot for the price they charge.