My guy surprised me with a balloon ride and it was soo much fun! Definitely sketchy getting there,…read morebut worth it in the end (thank you crew for helping my guy surprise me). This is something we've been wanting to do for a while now, and Compass did a great job of making everything special. The views were phenomenal! The pilot was very knowledgeable and was pointing out what everything was (very helpful for me since I don't know the area very well). This was also during fire season, so we got a cool view of the mountains with a layer of ocean fog and a layer of smoke. There was one other balloon flying the same day, and it was a bit sad to see them going higher than us. They also started before us and landed after we did. The pilot was trying to explain that it's all based on the air and whatnot, but I'm not sure how accurate that is when another balloon is showing differently at the same time. Anywho, I still really enjoyed the whole experience! Few things that weren't great: 1 I went across the street to the gas station to use the restroom before we left, and the van had followed me over there without telling me. A truck or something ended up blocking them, so I walked back across the street to look for them. I didn't have my phone or anything and had to use a stranger's phone to find out where they were. Unfortunately, the stranger also spoiled the surprise that my guy worked soo hard for 2 there was supposed to be some snackies included (cheese, fresh fruit), but we did not get any 3 things felt pretty rushed the whole time we were there Overall, would definitely recommend this to others! I truly enjoyed this. Shoutout to my amazing guy for planning it all!

Absolutely recommend Compass Balloons--10/10 experience!…read more My husband and I booked a flight to celebrate our anniversary, and it was beyond worth it. This was one of those once-in-a-lifetime, bucket list experiences, and we'll never forget it. Ryan was our pilot and did an incredible job--friendly, professional, and made us feel completely safe from start to finish. The ground crew (Hector, Alejandro, and one other team member) were also fantastic--super helpful and made the whole experience seamless. We've already started telling all our friends to book a flight. Huge thanks to the Compass Balloons team for making our anniversary so memorable!

Overall a fun time and we felt safe. I was disappointed that people checked in late and we had to…read morewait to confirm no shows. Also that we had to listen to a spiel about the $250 video package. All this took time and I hate waiting around. Once we got on the shuttle things progressed in a timely fashion, except we had to return to the starting point for our champagne toast. Would have been fun to do in the field. There was more time on the ground than in the balloon. Also noticed that other companies started earlier and were going much higher and lower than we were. The drone following us taking video was extremely annoying. Not the adventure I had hoped for, but enjoyable do do one time.

My boyfriend and I came to do a hot air balloon ride for the first time for my birthday!…read more The employees really had everything down to a science and I felt confident that they were experienced and knew what they were doing. It was SO early, and it really was good I had a jacket before we got into the balloon because it was chilly, but it is warm up in the air and in the balloon! Watching the set up and tear down ended up feeling like a part of the experience. The ride itself was amazing. It was unreal and so pretty!!! Our pilot had so much fun knowledge of the area and kept everyone engaged and entertained. At the end, they provided a champagne toast and certificates which was such a nice touch. I am definitely glad we went with this company and highly recommend them to anyone else interested in checking out a hot air balloon ride!

I'm giving California Dreamin' Hot Air Balloon Adventures 2 stars because the actual balloon ride…read moreitself was beautiful and offered incredible views of Temecula Wine Country. Unfortunately, the overall experience was disappointing. Our day started at 4:05 AM with a hotel pickup. We were then driven to the owner's property to sign waivers. For an additional fee, guests receive a bottle of wine and a Nothing Bundt Cake. However, the bottle of wine we were given had no label whatsoever, so we had no idea what type of wine it was, where it came from, or any information about it. Afterward, we were transported to the launch site. Once there, we waited approximately 45 minutes while the balloon was being set up. During that time, three other balloon companies arrived after us and were airborne within about 10 minutes. It was frustrating to spend so much time standing around waiting. The flight itself was amazing and the reason this review is getting 2 stars instead of 1. The landing was rough and felt unstable, as though the basket could tip over. We landed on private property where the owner appeared upset that we were there, which created an uncomfortable situation for everyone. After landing, we then waited another 30-45 minutes before being allowed out of the basket while the crew deflated and packed everything up. Once again, there was a lot of standing around and waiting. When the post-flight celebration finally began, guests were offered Costco Prosecco, apple cider, and orange juice. What stood out was that one of the crew members was serving drinks with visibly dirty hands, which was not particularly appetizing. In addition, an already-open, partially consumed bottle of orange juice was brought out and served to guests. That felt unprofessional and unsanitary. The overall celebration was very underwhelming. Considering this is Temecula Wine Country, I expected something more thoughtful and polished than Costco Prosecco and a mystery bottle of unlabeled wine. And they left it on the truck What was most disappointing were several unprofessional comments made during the experience. There were jokes and remarks involving naked women and drug-related topics that felt inappropriate, especially in a business setting where guests of all ages and backgrounds are present. It made the experience feel less professional than expected. We also landed in an area surrounded by brush and were warned about the possibility of snakes while waiting for transportation. Overall, the balloon ride itself was fantastic, but the customer experience, professionalis

Wow, what an incredible experience! To say this was a bucket list item is an understatement, and…read moreboy did it deliver! After a glass or two of wine, my friend and I booked a last minute hot air balloon ride without knowing that we would have have to be at the meet up site at 5:15 AM. But watching the sunrise over Temecula Valley made it all worth it. The views were incredible and we magically had perfect weather for an incredible hour and a half flight. Our balloon captain was the owner of the company, David Bradley, and he was so knowledgeable about wine flying, and just California in general. I cannot recommend this company enough! The entire team is fast and professional

Amazing and Unforgettable Experience!…read more We met at the designated meeting point at 5:00 a.m., and by 5:15 a.m. we were driving to the launch location. The crew was extremely organized and professional. It was fascinating to watch them set up and inflate the balloon, and by around 5:50 a.m. we were ready for takeoff. I wasn't nervous at all because the ride was incredibly smooth from start to finish. We spent about 45 minutes in the air, enjoying breathtaking views and a peaceful atmosphere. The weather was perfect, and floating above the landscape as the sun came up was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Our captain was very professional, knowledgeable, and engaging. He shared interesting information throughout the flight and made everyone feel comfortable and safe. The entire crew worked together seamlessly and clearly cared about providing a great experience for their guests. After researching several companies, I chose Cielo Balloons, and I'm so glad I did. My search results were right. Cielo Balloons exceeded my expectations with their professionalism, organization, and excellent customer service. Everything was well planned and executed from beginning to end. I highly recommend Cielo Balloons to anyone considering a hot air balloon ride. It was an unforgettable experience, and I would absolutely do it again!

let me start off with saying, the crew and overall experience was 5 stars…read more the reason for the 3 stars is because we had to wait more than an hour to find a spot to fly up n once we finally got in the air, time was cut short. we missed the sun rise as well. they had to test the wind, but i suggest they have someone go ahead to test n find perfect launch zone before the people arrive in the van. balloons were flying already when we were just waiting in the van. n then again once found the launch zone n were in the air for a shirt anount of time.

The trip was well organized. Everything was on time. Crew and Captain were great. We took our…read moregrandson, and he loved it.

If you ever want the most adrenaline rush while you are landing on your birthday that's the ride…read moreto do indeed!!!! AMAZING!!

We had a wonderful time and saw some great views! It's definitely something everyone should do at…read moreleast once!

My daughter bought this trip for me for Christmas and I have to say it was the best gift! Phil,…read moreJanet and crew were amazing! They gave us a great trip around the valley along with some interesting facts about ballon rides. They were knowledgeable and both had a great sense of humor. I will definitely be recommending them in the future. Thanks again.....we will be back!!!

What an amazing experience. Highly recommend Skyline balloons. Our pilot Dee Johnson and crew chief…read moreJeremy made the experience fun, lively, and exciting. I would like to add, if you are going from Perris keep in mind the area and don't expect to see wineries or anything amazing below. Focus on what you see above the ground and out in the distance. Being from this area I knew where I was. if you want better ground views go from Temecula. Just thought I'd add that last part after reading some of the negative reviews. If you plan to go research the area and what you will be able to see.

These guys are awesome! My wife and I had so much fun from beginning to end! Our pilots definitely…read morehave a love for what they do and all things aviation (both were fixed wing pilots as well). We went to 5,000+ ft because we had skydivers aboard that provided us some excellent entertainment and after they jumped we were delighted to learn about the history of ballooning and enjoyed a Champagne toast and the gentlest landing ever. My hats off to you guys! Everyone from the ground crew to the flight crew worked very hard to ensure we had a memorable experience!

SkyRider Tours is nothing less than amazing! All of my wedding guests were wowed by the beauty…read morecoming from the lit up hot air balloon as the sun set. The SkyRider team is very kind and also helped guests get on the balloon! We enjoyed our tethered ride, going up and seeing the surrounding valleys. For a lot of our guests, that was the first time they've ever been in a hot air balloon! Thank you SkyRider Tours for making our wedding unforgettable!

What a perfect day! Joshua and the team made my proposal perfect. Couldn't recommend them enough!read more