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Start your day with a stunning hot air balloon ride and float down the San Juan River before enjoying a delicious local meal in Pagosa Springs. Experience Colorado like never before!
Start your day with a stunning hot air balloon ride and float down the San Juan River before enjoying a delicious local meal in Pagosa Springs. Experience Colorado like never before!
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Discover a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation with the Fly, Float & Feast – Tubing experience in beautiful Pagosa Springs, Colorado. Your day begins with a stunning hot air balloon flight at sunrise, where panoramic views of the San Juan Mountains and the San Juan River set the tone for an unforgettable journey. After landing, you'll transition to a peaceful self-guided tubing float down the San Juan River, offering an ideal balance of calm currents and scenic wilderness. As you drift past towering pines and rocky riverbanks, take in the freshness of the mountain air and the vibrant wildlife surrounding you. Finally, wrap up this extraordinary day with a delicious meal at a carefully selected local restaurant, where Colorado’s flavors come alive to satisfy your appetite and complement the day’s experiences. Whether you’re an early riser seeking breathtaking views or a river lover craving gentle waters, this adventure offers a unique way to connect with the great outdoors and create lasting memories with friends or family. Pagosa Adventure ensures every detail is handled smoothly, allowing you to enjoy a private and personalized day filled with natural beauty, fun, and great food.
easy.
5–6 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires basic stamina for standing during balloon launch and mild paddling or walking while tubing.
No, the tubing portion is self-guided on gentle currents, making it suitable even for beginners.
If weather conditions prevent balloon flights, your trip will be rescheduled or refunded, ensuring your safety is prioritized.
Yes, a delicious local meal at a nearby eatery is included to complete your day after tubing.
Children over the age of 6 can participate with adult supervision, but check with Pagosa Adventure for age-specific guidelines.
Wear comfortable, secure footwear and clothes that can get wet, and bring sunscreen and water.
The catch-and-release tubing stretch runs along a calm and scenic part of the San Juan River near Pagosa Springs, with clear put-in and take-out points.
Pagosa Springs has been a gathering place for indigenous peoples for centuries, famous for its naturally occurring hot springs.
Local groups actively work to preserve the San Juan River ecosystem and promote sustainable tourism practices to protect wildlife habitats.
Pagosa Adventure operates hot air balloon flights and paired river activities based in Church Rock, New Mexico, serving Pagosa Springs and nearby regions. The company offers a diverse slate of experiences that combine aerial sightseeing with on-the-water fun, including private flights, group red rock journeys, sunrise and mid-week options, celebration flights, and integrated Fly & Float packages. Several flight options include a post-flight celebratory toast and a personalized flight certificate; select trips add continental breakfast or special treats such as chocolate-covered strawberries. Flight durations vary by offering, with examples ranging from approximately 30 minutes for private or celebration flights to 45–60 minutes for extended private flights in East Texas. Pagosa Adventure lists trips that launch over the San Juan Mountains and nearby landscapes, as well as distinct East Texas flights operating over the Piney Woods and historic Henderson, Texas. Water activities include tubing on the San Juan River and downtown rafting featuring Class II–III rapids, such as the Pagosa Springs Town Run. Trip names and core summaries are published for each offering, including Private Flight for Two, Red Rock Balloon Airstream Group, East Texas Private Flights, Celebration Flight, Fly and Float–TUBING, Fly & Float–RAFTING, Sunrise Flight, Mid Week Flight, and Pagosa Springs Town Run. Customers should consult the business’s booking channels and listings to confirm availability, specific inclusions, safety policies, and pricing before booking.
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