Balloon Quest Inc CAPT Phogg

Category:	Balloon Ride Tour Agency
Address:	2470 Grange Hall Rd, Fenton, MI 48430, USA
Phone:	+1 248-634-3094
Site:	balloonride.com
Rating:	4.9
Working:	10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–2PM Closed

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Reviews 16

Mark Jochum

I recently went on my first Hot Air Balloon trip via this location. I had gotten a GroupOn about 5 months before my trip. During late Spring, I had booked for a morning weekend flight with required arrival around 6am. I am not a morning person and while a 1 hour drive, I figured to be safe I should be getting up at 4am. They provide a convenient service where they give you a wake up call to make sure you up and ready for the trip. However, the flip side of this is, no wake up call means the trip has been called on account of weather conditions. The pilot flew for several years, but he says that the conditions needed for an enjoyable and worth while sightseeing trip can be a lot more limited than those needed for a plane for example. With low visibility you pay (with what was still a considerable amount with a deal) for looking at fog. Since there is no directional propulsion besides up and down, high winds could make the ride bumpy and create difficulties landing. I didnt realize this until I signed a waiver, but realistically you might need to make a landing on private property and they actually have a chase vehicle go around and request permission before a landing spot is chosen. All of this culminated into my trip being delayed 3 times until I scheduled my fourth morning trip and actually got to get into the air. The trip was great and a bit surreal, but patience and earlier morning are not one of my virtues. Technically with the wake-up call you shouldnt need to get up early and the morning viewing was beautiful, but for a nervous flier + chronic over-sleeper, consider an afternoon flight.

Kyle Ulrich

The weather plays a HUGE role in the way that this company runs, you have to understand that if your flight is cancelled it is because of the weather. We had a group of 10 flying so it took us a few times to reschedule due to our busy schedules and due to weather cancels. The pilots are thinking of your safety when a flight is cancelled because of weather. So you have to be very patient WITH THE WEATHER! The pilots want to be flying all the time, but they care about the passengers safety first. Its a great company to go through if you are looking for a ride. They are professional, knowledgeable, and they clearly love what they do. I would highly recommend this company to others, just because of the staff and the experience as a whole.

Todd Norris

Been flying quite a few times with both pilots Eric and Craig for the last 10 years. Both pilots are very experienced, and in the response to the other commenter, some days the balloon lands were it lands. I have never been made to Ioad the balloon, in fact every time it was made clear that they were happy if we wanted to help and were very appreciative to those that decided to give a hand. Helping means that we get back to the port. Also, poor planning so you have to go home should not be a negative against Capt. Phogg. I have recommend Capt. Phogg to all my friends, and every one that has gone has thanked me for the pointer.

Tom Johnson

Wow! What an amazing evening. We had a couple of guests from out of town and decided this would be fun for us to do. We could not have asked for a more beautiful evening or perfect ride. We enjoyed our pilot and the scenery. Our captain was extremely knowledgeable and personable. Our landing could not have been better. We enjoyed the toast after the ride also. Our ride was delayed a day due to high winds. We appreciate them looking out for our safety. The wait was well worth it. This was a unique experience and a one-of-a-kind evening. We hope to join Balloon Quest in the near future for another ride.

Ivana Chen

I had a phenomenal time on there sunset ride. Captain Eric is extremely knowledgeable and you would be hard pressed to find another pilot as experienced as he is. You get to perform balloon riding traditions of old, like hearing the recitation of balloon poems and a champagne toast at the end. The tickets are pricier and non-refundable, but well worth the experience if its on your bucket list! Something to note is, the rides are weather permitting. I had to reschedule over 5 times due to the weather not being amenable to the ride, and it took ~10 months to get a flight in that flew.

Julie Krisko

I gave my husband a hot air balloon ride gift certificate for Xmas. We waited until July to take that ride and we were not disappointed. The Balloon Quest people were wonderful and took very good care of us. The ride was spectacular and we couldnt have picked a better evening. Ended up landing in the back yard of one of the towns people and helped pack up the balloon so really got a well rounded experience. The campaign afterwards was very much appreciated also! I would highly recommend Balloon Quest as your go to if your thinking of going up into the wild blue sky!!

Denny Floden

Erik & Craig are skilled pilots with many years experience in all types of flight conditions. They were trained by Capt Phogg who is a United State National Champion, the First World Hot Air Balloon Champion and has been inducted into the United States Ballooning Hall of Fame. They let the passengers help put the balloon away after a flight for a hands on experience that makes it more enjoyable.

Steve Muhlberger

My wife and I had a wonderful experience on our balloon ride. Much of this was the physical experience, which is unique; but the crew running the operation added a lot to it -- they were competent, courteous, amusing and good guides to all aspects of ballooning

Scott Hamilton

Booked 2 weeks in advance and got on our first flight. Crew and pilot did a fantastic job. This was a gift for my wife for our 10 year anniversary and a big one on our bucket lists! I would definitely recommend to anyone. Well worth the price.

Leon Jamison

Went on a balloon ride this morning with Capt. Phogg, what a great time, captain puts your safety first while making it a first rate experience. If I were to rate it I would give it 11 out of 10 stars. had a blast!

David Hill

This was a birthday gift to my wife. We had a phenomenal time and are planning to do it again with family. Its so amazing being up so high and seeing and experiencing the work from a birds perspective.

stacie miller

Great experience. Staff was friendly and very informative. Had a terrific time. Would recommend this for their hospitality and expertise.

Jon Langeler

These folks know what their doing. Period. Was purely the best thing we have done in a while. Bring your new camera.

Shawna Saylor

Up, up and away!!!!!! So much fun! Everyone should do once

Rick Corriveau

Friendly and fun

Erik. dan Jackie Schmidt.

Love balloon