Passengers must be in good health. Passengers below the age of 18 need parent permission to fly,or the parent must fly with them.
• Age, Mobility & Weight: Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian. Adults are required to sign waivers for both themselves and accompanying minors. Passengers should be fit and able to stand for several hours. No casts or braces, recent sprains, surgeries or related procedures. A minimum height of 4′ 6″ is recommended for viewing opportunities. Please provide your accurate weight while booking.
• Pregnancy: Unfortunately, individuals who are pregnant are prohibited from flying.
• Drinks & Restrooms: Drinks are included. A champagne toast will be provided after your flight, non-alcoholic beverages are available. We encourage you to use our restrooms before departure to the launch site, as it will be a numbers of hours before we return to the Rib Shack.
• Altitude: We fly from ground level up to 12,500 feet above sea level, skimming through tree tops, dashing across the water or soaring up high with the birds. It all depends upon the winds. But you should not be afraid of the height. The rise is slow with little, if any, sense of movement. Balloon flight has been called the sensation of no sensation. If you’ve used an elevator, you can fly.
• Meeting Times: Call-in times and meeting times can vary depending upon when you book your flight. When you do schedule your flight, specific times will be provided to you.
• Weather & Rescheduling: Weather plays a leading role in why we may have to reschedule your flight. Patience is key to finding the right conditions on the right day for the best flight experience. Wind, clouds, fog – everything plays into the decision of whether to fly or not. We understand it can be inconvenient, frustrating or disappointing, but safety is our number one priority, and so is your enjoyment.
Our booking system takes a 50% deposit at time of booking. The balance of your reservation is due after your flight. We have a 72 hr cancelation policy. If you cancel within 72 hrs of your scheduled flight your tickets are non-refundable. If we cancel due to weather or company circumstances a full refund will be issued to visiting guests. We encourage Idaho residents to remain on the books and try to fly another time. We do not accept or sell discount tickets from third party vendors like Groupon. Visa, MC, Amex and Discover are accepted. Tipping is encouraged for your good service.
Your Idaho Balloon Adventure begins in Eagle, Idaho at the award-winning Rib Shack BBQ in Eagle, Idaho:
From there we travel to the launch site, depending on the wind and weather conditions. Flights usually take place in the West Ada County area, along the foothills and Boise River. We transport you to the flight and return you back to your car.