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Grand Adventure Balloon Tours – Fraser

Grand Adventure Balloon Tours is one of the most unforgettable experiences the Winter Park region has to offer. The company’s flying site is perfect for you if you are after some breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountain National Park, the headwaters of the Colorado River, the Continental Divide, and Colorado’s wildlife, just to mention a few.

Hot Air Balloon Ride in Fraser

Grand Adventure is open year-round and is probably the best company to experience your first hot air balloon ride with. It’s conveniently located near Denver , Boulder , Breckenridge , Keystone , Winter Park , Granby , Grand Lake , and Estes Park .

Grand Adventure’s hot air balloon rides take place early in the morning when the winds are at their gentlest and most tranquil state. The balloon’s pilot, Jack, has over 25 years of flying experience, which means low-level flying for wildlife observation and dashing in a nearby pond or river as well as flying in high altitudes would not become a problem.

Additionally, the tour includes a traditional champagne toast celebrating man’s 1st Flight, CB Breakfast+, Launch Photo, Commemorative Aeronaut Flight Certificate, and a Grand Adventure Bonus Album of your Morning Adventure. They also offer balloon rides for various occasions such as engagements, weddings, and funerals/ash scattering.

Address: 220 County Road 522, Fraser , CO

Phone: 970-887-1340

Season: Year-round

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Winter Ballooning in the Lovely Colorado Rockies!

Did you know you could balloon up there with the hot air in the Colorado Rockies?! To get a real “Rocky Mountain High” above it all make a reservation on a Grand Adventure Balloon Tour. Located in one of the most beautiful places, near the edge of one of the most spectacular parks, Rocky Mountain National Park. Surround your self with 13,000ft snow covered mountain peaks!

Mountain flying is one of the best its beauty in the Grand Adventure Balloon region is spectacular. Each Season provides a different view and no 2 flights and days are ever the same! Enjoying man’s first form of flight in the beautiful Winter Park Fraser Valley

Grand Adventure Balloon Tours is recognized for its 30 years of perfect safety, 10 most beautiful places to balloon in the World, Fodors 10 Best, USA Today’s 10 Best. Captain Jack has been flying the Rockies, making dreams come true! You always know you are flying with an experienced Mountain Pilot.

Rise with the hot air year-round! Gift Certificates are also available www.grandadventureballoon.com/gift-certificates

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Tucked away in the majestic Rocky Mountains just northwest of Denver lies Winter Park, Colorado, a town full of natural beauty and Colorado’s longest continually operated ski resort. Though many people may want to explore the scenery and experience everything Winter Park has to offer from the ground, truly the most memorable way is to do so by hot air balloon! There are few things in this world more romantic or awe-inspiring than a hot air balloon ride, and Grand Adventure will make sure that you get an absolutely unforgettable experience and get to see the Winter Park/Fraser Valley area better than anywhere else!

Flights and Rides Available Year Round!

If you have the opportunity to visit the Winter Park/Fraser Valley area and don’t take advantage of one of these hot air balloon rides, you’re depriving yourself of one of the loveliest and most memorable experiences that the entire valley has to offer! And it doesn’t matter what time of year you choose to visit the area, as Grand Adventure offers amazing hot air balloon rides year-round! Whether you prefer majesty of the tree-filled forests below during the summer time or want to see a winter wonderland after the first dusting of the season in the winter, Grand Adventure has you covered! As soon as your balloon adventure is over, you will also be toasted with champagne, served a delicious continental breakfast, and awarded with an aeronaut flight certificate!

The Perfect Setting for your Special Event!

Are you looking to spice up your special occasions with that special someone in your life? Look no further! A hot air balloon flight may just be the perfect way to propose and guarantee that “YES!” you’re looking for! And if they’ve already said yes and you’re looking for a way to make your special day unforgettable, Grand Adventure also offers a number of wedding packages (for either just yourselves or for a party up to 10!) where you can share your vows over some of the most beautiful landscapes this world has to offer.

When it comes to exploring the majesty of the Winter Park/Fraser Valley area of Colorado, there are few better ways to do it than by the sky! Let Grand Adventure show you the true majesty and beauty of the great outdoors the best way possible. Give them a call at 970-887-1340 or e-mail them at [email protected] to reserve your spot in a 2 -5 bedroom rental today!

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Experience a Sunrise Over The Continental Divide

Hot air balloon rides in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, what could get better than that? This adventure provides views of peaks into the Rocky Mountain National Park, Continental Divide, lakes, rivers, and forests within! You will see wildlife and experience the history of Colorado from above it all. Rides are available year-round and a gentle experience for young and old. Grand Adventure is chosen as one of the Fodors Best 10 balloon rides in the US! They have been flying the Rockies for 30 years so you are destined to have an adventure of a lifetime. Fly away with them on a Grand Adventure & explore something grand!

Mesmerizing Panoramic Views

They are located in the Heart of the Colorado Rockies, where you will see abundance of Colorado wildlife, history, amazing peak views, and so much more. It is the closest mountain balloon ride to Denver, Boulder, Front Range, Breckenridge, Keystone, Winter Park, Granby, Grand Lake & Estes Park; you don’t want to miss this opportunity. 

This Colorado Hot Air Balloon Ride includes a traditional Champagne toast celebrating man’s first flight, launch photo, and an experience that you will forever talk about. This magical experience will start with watching the pilot inflate the balloon and as your anticipation rises you will board once the balloon is standing nine stories tall! Once you lift off, the ground will gently move away as the balloon drifts across the land. Once the balloon gets to the highest flight level, you will be able to see amazing views for miles. As you descend, you might be able to experience getting close to the trees to pick pinecones and see wildlife in their natural habitat. Once you return back to earth, you will be able to toast to the adventure that you just experienced. 

You might be wondering if it’s cold up there in the sky during winter. According to Grand Adventure “in the Winter Park valley, we get a temperature inversion. Because warm air rises and the cold air sinks to the valley floor. Therefore, Aeronauts often experience temperatures of 30 to 40 degrees warmer in flight than on the ground.” So they suggest to dress like you are going to the mountain to ski or snowmobile. You can always peel off layers!

You can find more details here or by calling them at 970-887-1340. We advise that you book quickly because reservations fill up fast.

We offer plenty of Winter Park lodging options offering easy access to the launch of the balloon ride. Our luxurious cabins are spacious enough to accommodate groups of all sizes. Many of our vacation rentals also offer pet-friendly lodging. Click here and take a look at some of our available properties that are perfect for your group’s next Winter Park vacation.

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Grand Adventures Balloon Tours: The Incredible Being of Lightness

Posted by Michael Turner | 4:37 pm Thursday, July 2, 2020 | Business , Community

Back In 1783, one hundred and twenty years before the Wright Brothers made history in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, the Montgolfier Brothers took to the skies in a balloon.  The brothers were papermakers and one night sitting around a campfire they noticed a woman’s dress billowing up around the fire. This vision was the idea that advanced the concept of a lighter-than-air vehicle that was the beginning of manned flight.

According to Jack and Sue Castellion of Grand Adventures Balloon Tours, “The Fraser Valley is about as good as it gets.” This is an awesome place to fly according to aeronaut, Jack Castellion. With over 27 years flying and an average of 200 days per year in the air, Jack Castellion has already recorded more flight time than most pilots will achieve in a lifetime.  Castellion said, “I fell into it but flying quickly became my passion. I have flown in over 20 states from the Florida Everglades to wine vineyards of California”, the Fraser Valley is my favorite, adding, ”Like a farmer; it’s not just a job, it’s a lifestyle.”

 Once airborne, Castellion becomes more than just a pilot; he is the local meteorologist, historian, wildlife authority and in part, a joke-cracking, tour guide. Castellion points out the surrounding peaks, landmarks, and just about everything in sight and a few things with his trusty binoculars. 

“He’s really an excellent pilot,” says his partner in life and business, Sue Castellion, adding that sometimes “you’re born to do something.” Jack was born to fly.

When the Grand Adventures Hot Air Balloon pilot, Jack Castellion takes off, he never knows exactly where he will land but, one thing is for sure, it is usually picture perfect.

“Cheated death again,” proclaims Castellion, as he touches down near the Linke Ranch on the edge of Cottonwood Pass.

Whether you are just in town visiting or you are a longtime local, I encourage you to get up early, conquer your fears and float on the morning breezes in the Fraser Valley.  Each flight concludes with a traditional champagne toast – a tradition over 200 years old – a continental breakfast, and a commemorative flight certificate.

Flights are scheduled at sunrise when the atmosphere is most stable and breezes are gentle.

Grand Adventures Balloon Tours has created a special compartmentalized basket that has safe zones with plastic barriers separating passengers inside the basket. They have a fleet of balloons and baskets to accommodate just about any individual or group. Children age 4 and older can fly, and the Castellions take passengers well into their 80s and people with a wide range of disabilities.Safety is their number one priority and I highly encourage you to contact them today for more information about this magical flying experience.

To contact Grand Adventures Balloon Tours, visit their website, grandadventureballoon.com or call (970) 887-1340.

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Michael Turner is a contributor to the Winter Park Times. Questions? Contact Michael at [email protected]

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Grand Adventure Balloon Tours - Winter Park, CO Flights take place early morning when the breezes are gentle and the atmosphere is most stable. Our flights launch from several locations throughout Grand County. The lift-off is so gentle that many people do not realize that they have left "Mother Earth". As you become one with the wind, you lose the sensation of movement and perception of heights. You begin to feel the peacefulness and tranquility of ballooning. Low level contour flying allows spotting wildlife and picking pine cones from treetops. At higher altitudes, spectacular mountain peaks in 5 counties and up to 100 miles away can be viewed. All flights are celebrated with a traditional champagne toast. A balloon flight is a great way to celebrate a special occasion or make any occasion special. We hope to have the opportunity to share our personal world class adventure with you. We are confident that your beautiful memories will last a lifetime. Our balloon fleet comfortably carries from 1 to 8 passengers per balloon. We cater to individuals, couples, families and large groups, and we offer family and group discounts. Whatever size party you may have, our mountain flying experts will provide for you a safe, quality flight and will make every flight a special unique occasion. Visit their Website: www.grandadventureballoon.com/ Reservations: 888-887-1340 [ Travel Brochure Front Page ] Copyright © 2001, 21st Century Adventures For questions or comments: [email protected].

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