San Diego, CA
We are pleased to respond to your request for information about our services. Our
coastal flights traditionally take place in the late afternoon, scheduling our landing to
occur right at sunset. The Del Mar area coastal flights are known for terrific views
and spectacular sunsets. The magnificent estates of Rancho Santa Fe, (including
one of Bill Gates's homes), the renowned Del Mar Racetrack, beautiful views of the
Pacific coastline, and the rolling fields and rugged canyons of inland Del Mar are
typical sights during our sunset flights. Your memories will truly last a lifetime, so
be sure to bring a camera and at least one spare roll of film.
Flight duration is approximately forty-five minutes to one hour, with the first portion
being flown at altitudes of 1500-3000 feet. The final segment of the flight is flown
near the surface as we drift over the countryside in preparation for our landing. It is
during this low level portion of the flight that we are likely to see deer, coyote, and
rabbits. Upon landing the celebration begins: as the sun sets off the Pacific coast,
your pilot will initiate you into the world of ballooning with a traditional champagne
toast, followed by a picnic in the fields. As the crew completes packing up the
balloon and flight equipment, our party comes to an end and we are on our way
back to your vehicle. But the memory lingers as you glance at your framed flight
certificate and the photo of your balloon.
The number one goal of Sunballoon is to give you a memory to last a lifetime; we
recognize that this event is very special and we will do everything we can to make
your flight a truly grand experience. For those of you celebrating a birthday or
anniversary we have free banners available, which we will attach to the side of
your gondola. In addition to the Del Mar Sunset Flights we also offer beautiful
sunrise flights in the nearby Temecula Wine country.
Our FAA certified commercial pilots are all highly experienced professionals, well
versed in the local areas, and very concerned about your safety.
