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🛶 Meet the San Juan’s Dream Team: Mongo & Horchata — Pagosa’s Favorite Rafting Duo 🌊 In the heart of Pagosa Springs, where the San Juan River winds through town like a silver ribbon of adventure, two legends rule the rapids: Mongo and Horchata — the most dynamic raft guide duo this side of the…

Experience the Ultimate Summer Day in Pagosa Springs: Introducing the Fly, Float & Feast Bundle If you’re seeking the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and culinary delight during your summer getaway to Pagosa Springs, Colorado, look no further than the Fly, Float & Feast bundle offered by Pagosa Adventure in…

Ballooning in the Morning and Rafting in the Afternoon: A Perfect Bucket List Day in Pagosa Springs Imagine greeting the sunrise while gently floating above the San Juan Mountains, then spending your afternoon laughing, splashing, and soaking in the Colorado sunshine as you raft down the cool, refreshing San Juan River. At Pagosa Adventure, this…

Why Mom Deserves an Adventure This Mother’s Day — With Pagosa Adventure Mother’s Day isn’t just about flowers and breakfast in bed. It’s about celebrating the incredible woman who holds the family together with love, strength, and a whole lot of patience. This year, skip the usual and give Mom something unforgettable —…

“Up, Up, and Away with the Easter Bunny!” It was just after sunrise on Easter Sunday, and the Pagosa Adventure balloon crew was sipping coffee and prepping for an early morning flight when something… unusual hopped into the launch field. Wearing a pastel vest, a polka-dotted bowtie, and carrying a wicker basket stuffed…

Mongo’s Adventures and a Special Invitation Just for You! By Pagosa Adventure | Pagosa Springs, Colorado High above the San Juan Mountains, where the clouds drift lazily over snow-dusted peaks, you might spot a hot air balloon gliding through the sky — piloted not by your average adventurer, but by Mongo: the furriest, and most…

Hey, Mama! If you’re in the middle of planning your family’s summer escape and searching for something that blends fun, nature, and unforgettable memories—let me introduce you to your new favorite vacation spot: Pagosa Springs, Colorado. And more importantly, let me tell you why Pagosa Adventure should be at the top of your must-do list….

Marissa Takes Flight at the BFA Event Symposium: Bringing Big Ideas Back to the Southwest When she’s not piloting the skies over Pagosa Springs, Marissa—the fearless Chief Pilot and owner of Pagosa Adventure—is busy behind the scenes planning some of the most beloved hot air balloon events in the Southwest. As an experienced organizer of…

Why Kids are Completely Obsessed with Hot Air Balloons (And Honestly, We Get It.) There are few things in this world as universally magical to a child as a hot air balloon. Maybe dinosaurs. Maybe glitter. Maybe snacks shaped like animals. But hot air balloons? Total showstoppers. Here at Pagosa Adventure in Pagosa Springs, Colorado,…

Why Hot Air Balloons Use Wicker Baskets – And Why Ballooning is the Thing to Do in Pagosa Springs If you’ve ever taken a ride in a hot air balloon (or even just admired one from below), you’ve probably noticed something curious: the basket. It’s not metal. It’s not plastic. It’s not high-tech. It’s wicker….

How High Can a Hot Air Balloon Fly in Pagosa Springs? By Pagosa Adventure If you’ve ever looked up at one of our colorful hot air balloons floating above the San Juan Mountains and wondered, “How high can those things go?”—you’re not alone! At Pagosa Adventure, we get this question all the time, and we’re…

An afternoon of Discovery!     At Pagosa Adventure, we believe that the future of ballooning lies in the hands of the next generation. That’s why we love sharing the magic of flight with young minds, sparking curiosity and excitement about the science and adventure of hot air balloons. Yesterday, we had the incredible opportunity…