About this experience
This tour is perfect for adventure and nature lovers seeking fun, excitement, and unforgettable experiences. Spend an incredible day filled with adrenaline and breathtaking scenery in the Peruvian desert.
Take a boat excursion to the Ballestas Islands, where you’ll observe an amazing variety of marine wildlife, including sea lions, penguins, and seabirds in their natural habitat.
An unforgettable combination of adventure, nature, and discovery — truly one of Peru’s most exciting experiences!
At a glance
- Duration: 14 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 14 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
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What is included
- Guided tour & boat excursion to the Ballestas Islands
- Knowledgeable Tour Guide
- Guided tour to Paracas National Reserve
- Pick up and Drop off from Lima: Miraflores, Barranco, San Isidro or Lima Center.
- Private Air-conditioned Transport - (shared activities)
- Huacachina Oasis Visit
Not included
- No meals or beverages included
Itinerary and highlights
After picking you up from Lima, we’ll travel to Paracas, where you’ll board a speedboat to the Ballestas Islands — a natural sanctuary teeming with marine life. Here, you’ll have the chance to see sea lions, seabirds, and even adorable Humboldt penguins in their natural habitat.
Along the way, admire the mysterious Candelabro Geoglyph, an enormous figure etched into the sand by an ancient civilization around 2,000 B.C., whose origin and purpose remain a fascinating mystery.
Guided tour to the Paracas National Reserve
Next, we’ll travel to the Huacachina Oasis, a stunning natural lagoon surrounded by towering sand dunes — the perfect destination for travelers who wish to relax in nature and admire breathtaking landscapes.
After this thrilling experience, we’ll return to Lima City and drop you off safely at your hotel.
Meeting and pickup information
- Pick up and drop off are only included from: Miraflores, Barranco or San Isidro districts. If you are staying outside of these areas, we will provide you a meeting point in Miraflores district to start the tour. No airport or Callao area pick up/drop off included.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Lima Highlights Tours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- 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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