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Balloon Ride + Cave Breakfast + Mexico City Pickup + Pyramids
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Experience a safe hot air balloon flight in Teotihuacán with first-class standards and totally personalized attention. We have served more than 60,000 travelers like you. Our pilots have more than 15 years of flight experience, modern balloons in excellent condition, and a highly trained team in logistics and air safety; we have all the documentation and certifications required by AFAC, the aeronautical regulatory authority in Mexico. Package only flight includes: - Shared hot air balloon flight of 30 to 50 minutes Coffee break service before the flight Toast with sparkling wine and diploma presentation upon landing Complete package additionally includes: - Comfortable round-trip transportation from Mexico City* - Breakfast in an incredible natural cave 1.5 hours free to tour the pyramids of Teotihuacán We have a wide pickup area in Mexico City, if your location does not appear, write to us to confirm availability.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 12 of the next 60 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 13.
We'll pick you up at your hotel, Airbnb, or other location in Mexico City. We'll contact you to let you know the exact pick-up time. It's important to be ready before the scheduled pick-up time to expedite the process and ensure we arrive at our offices on time. If your hotel or location isn't listed, reserve your spot and contact us to confirm coverage; we have extensive coverage in Mexico City.
You'll arrive at our balloon port, where we'll welcome you with coffee and cookies. You'll receive a brief explanation of the day's itinerary and watch a safety video with instructions to ensure you fully enjoy your experience. Afterward, we'll go to the balloon where you'll fly. Here, you'll have time to take photos before your flight.
You'll have a delicious breakfast under a magnificent natural cave, consisting of a typical dish from the region in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.
We´ll then have a brief and interesting explanation about the Teotihuacan culture. A guide will explain about obsidian and the maguey plant, and you'll be offered a tasting of typical regional liquors such as tequila, pulque, and mezcal.
You'll have up to 1.5 hours to visit the Teotihuacan archaeological site. While flying in a hot air balloon, you had the opportunity to see the pyramids from above, and now you can appreciate their immensity from the ground. (Entrance ticket not included)
We will return to the same hotel or location where we picked you up in Mexico City. We can change the location where we drop you off, but it is important that you let us know in advance.
If you booked the option without transportation, we will share the location of our balloon launch site with you the day before so you can get there on your own. If you booked with transportation, we will pick you up directly from your hotel or Airbnb in Mexico City. Pick-up time is between 4:10 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. in Mexico City to arrive in Teotihuacan at 6:00 a.m. for the first flight. For the second flight, pick-up time is between 6:00 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. in Mexico City to arrive in Teotihuacan at 7:30 a.m. NOTE: Please remember that we are subject to availability, always prioritizing the first flight. If there is high demand, you will be notified that your flight will be moved to the second flight.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Balloon Ride + Cave Breakfast + Mexico City Pickup + Pyramids lasts about 2–7 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
Prices start at $139 per person for this Mexico City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 4:30 AM and 5:30 AM.
Children aged 5–12 pay from $143, adults from $139.
It can: 12 of the next 60 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. If you booked the option without transportation, we will share the location of our balloon launch site with you the day before so you can get there on your own. If you booked with transportation, we will pick you up directly from your hotel or Airbnb in Mexico City. Pick-up time is between 4:10 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. in Mexico City to arrive in Teotihuacan at 6:00 a.m. for the first flight. For the second flight, pick-up time is between 6:00 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. in Mexico City to arrive in Teotihuacan at 7:30 a.m. NOTE: Please remember that we are subject to availability, always prioritizing the first flight. If there is high demand, you will be notified that your flight will be moved to the second flight. Pickup points include Grupo Kings Suites - Monte Chimborazo 567.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balloon Ride + Cave Breakfast + Mexico City Pickup + Pyramids | 2–7 hours | 4.9 (2,931) | $139 | |
 Balloon Flight + Natural Cave Breakfast + Pyramids + Pickup | 4–6 hours | 4.9 (768) | $109 | View |
 Hot Air Balloon Flight Teotihuacan + Pickup + Breakfast Cave | 3–8 hours | 4.9 (1,174) | $160 | View |
 Balloon flight + Breakfast in cave + Pyramids + Pick up CDMX. | 2–8 hours | 4.9 (8,294) | $149 | View |
 Hot Air Balloon Ride in Teotihuacan | Pick up CDMX | Breakfast in a cave | 2–7 hours | 4.9 (1,802) | $143 | View |
 Teotihuacan balloon flight with cave breakfast and CDMX pickup | 6–8 hours | 4.9 (124) | $198 | View |
 Teotihuacan Balloon Ride with Cave Breakfast & Transportation | 6–8 hours | 4.9 (184) | $220 | View |
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 40 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 2,931 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Visita Teotihuacan Mexico.