UPBase Hot Air Balloon Flights
Overview
Experience an unforgettable hot air balloon ride over the Pyramids of Teotihuacan with UpBase. Your safety is our highest priority. Every flight is operated in full compliance with the regulations of Mexico’s Federal Civil Aviation Agency (AFAC), using certified pilots and authorized aircraft. Our highly trained, experienced, and professional flight crew is committed to providing exceptional service throughout your journey. From pre-flight preparation to landing, every detail is handled with the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and care. Your experience includes traveler insurance, a traditional post-flight toast, and a commemorative flight certificate.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffe Break
- Traveler insurance
- Flight certificate
- Tradicional pos-flight toast
- Photo and video package
- Passengers weighing over 100 kg and up to 140kg are subject to an additional fee.
- Transportation to and from the meeting point is not included.
Meeting Location
M5VJ+G9V Ampliación San Francisco
Méx., Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Your experience begins at the UpBase meeting point, where our team will welcome you and guide you through the check-in process. All passengers must present a valid government-issued photo ID (including minors, if applicable) and sign the required flight documentation before participating. Once check-in is complete, enjoy a light coffee break while watching our experienced ground crew prepare and inflate the hot air balloon.
Before takeoff, your certified pilot will provide a comprehensive safety briefing and explain what to expect during the flight. Then, you’ll embark on a peaceful hot air balloon ride over the magnificent Pyramids of Teotihuacan and the surrounding valley, taking in spectacular panoramic views from above.
After landing, join the traditional post-flight toast to celebrate your adventure and receive a commemorative flight certificate. Our ground crew will then transport you back to the meeting point, where your experience concludes.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the UPBase Hot Air Balloon Flights?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-5669565P1
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 14 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Tea and coffee. Coffe Break.
- Traveler insurance.
- Flight certificate.
- Tradicional pos-flight toast.
- Photo and video package.
- Passengers weighing over 100 kg and up to 140kg are subject to an additional fee.
- Transportation to and from the meeting point is not included.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the UPBase Hot Air Balloon Flights is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for UPBase Hot Air Balloon Flights will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeCoffe Break
- Traveler insurance
- Flight certificate
- Tradicional pos-flight toast
- Photo and video package
- Passengers weighing over 100 kg and up to 140kg are subject to an additional fee.
- Transportation to and from the meeting point is not included.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
