About this experience
Discover the natural beauty of Paracas and Ica in an exciting day full of activities. Cruise the stunning Ballestas Islands, where wildlife will surprise you. Then, enjoy a tasting of artisanal wines and piscos in the wine country. Adrenaline rushes up through the dunes of Huacachina in tubulars and sandboarding. This unique experience combines nature, fun and spectacular scenery, perfect for lovers of adventure and culture.
- Navigation of the Ballestas Islands with sighting of marine fauna
- Wine tasting and artisanal piscos in Ica
- Tubular adventure and sandboarding in the dunes of Huacachina
- Ideal for nature lovers and outdoor activities
At a glance
- Duration: 16 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 16 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
Paracas and Huacachina Day Trip From Lima
A practical guide to planning a Paracas and Huacachina day trip from Lima, with realistic timing, reserve access, Ballestas rules, costs, and safety advice.
Palomino Islands Day Trip From Lima
Plan a Palomino Islands boat trip from Lima with practical details on Callao departures, the roughly four-hour sea route, wildlife viewing, weather checks, booking questions, and current safety considerations.
What is included
- Transfers by private tourist vehicle with air conditioning and reclining seats, throughout the route between Paracas, Ica and Chincha, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Entry/entry: The Ballestas Islands
- Tubulars and Sandboarding in Huacachina
- Tasting of Pisco and Wines
- All taxes and fees
- Sweepstakes and Prizes
- Excursion to the Ballestas Islands
- Bilingual tourism guide
Not included
- Lunch
Itinerary and highlights
Picturesque seaside resort located on the shores of Paracas Bay, renowned for its calm waters, pleasant seawall and ocean views. It is the gateway to the Paracas National Reserve and the Ballestas Islands.
Enjoy a yacht tour to the stunning Ballestas Islands, where you can watch sea lions, Humboldt penguins and a variety of birds in their natural habitat. During sailing you can also see the famous Paracas Candlestick, an enigmatic geoglyph drawn on the slope of the coastal desert.
Travelers will enjoy lunch in a country atmosphere surrounded by green areas, where they can taste the best of traditional Iquican cuisine. In addition, they will participate in a wine and pisco tasting, where they will know the characteristics of these emblematic drinks, their manufacturing processes and the main varieties produced in the region. It will be an excellent opportunity to appreciate the flavors and aromas that distinguish Ica as the birthplace of pisco and an important winemaking tradition. Afterwards, they can tour the facilities, take pictures and relax before continuing with the sightseeing tour.
Visit the stunning Oasis of Huacachina, a beautiful natural lagoon surrounded by majestic dunes in the middle of the Ica Desert. You will enjoy an exciting adventure in tubulars and sandboarding on the dunes, as well as having free time to tour the oasis, take pictures and relax in this charming destination.
Meeting and pickup information
- In the bank BCP (Bank of Credit of Peru), which is opposite Saga Falabella of Av. Jose Pardo.
- The free pick-up point will be at the front of the JW Marriot hotel. For reference, in front of the shopping center Larcomar
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- PERU UNTOLD
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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