Monticello Country Ballooning
Charlottesville, VA
Guests participate in hot air balloon flights typically lasting 45-60 minutes, with total experience time about 2.5-3 hours including transport, setup, flight, and pack-up. Flights occur mostly at sunrise or about 2 hours before sunset, with multiple launch sites near Charlottesville chosen based on wind conditions. The company emphasizes safety, quality, and experienced pilots with FAA commercial balloon pilot licenses.
Duration: 45 to 60 min Cancellation: Flights subject to weather conditions; operator may cancel any flight at any time 50% cancellation fee if cancellation less than one week before flight 100% cancellation fee if cancellation less than 72 hours before flight for any reason
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What's included
- Tax included
- Digital photographs included
- Traditional celebratory toast (champagne or beverage of choice) included
- Transportation to and from launch site included with private flights if staying locally
Requirements
- Afternoon flights require passengers under age 70, in good physical health, and able to climb into basket unassisted
- No age restrictions on morning flights
- Children under age 8 generally not recommended
- Weight restrictions: combined weight for couple max 350 lbs for regular flights; groups over 400 lbs must contact operator