The Ballestas Islands and the Paracas National Reserve are a true natural treasure, where the sea, the desert, and wildlife come together in perfect harmony. Sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and countless seabirds fill the skies with life and color.
Our adventure begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Lima, heading to El Chaco pier in Paracas, where we will board a speedboat bound for the stunning Ballestas Islands, one of Peru’s most beautiful marine sanctuaries. During the boat ride, we will marvel at the mysterious Paracas Candelabrum, a massive 170-meter geoglyph whose origin remains a mystery. You will also have the chance to observe sea lions, Humboldt penguins, boobies, pelicans, and many other seabirds that thrive in this vibrant ecosystem.
After returning to the port, we will enjoy a short break along the waterfront before continuing to the Paracas National Reserve, where the desert meets the ocean in breathtaking harmony. We will visit scenic viewpoints such as La Catedral, Playa Roja, and Lagunillas, an ideal spot for lunch by the sea (not included). To end the day, we will relax at the paradisiacal La Mina Beach before returning to your hotel in Lima.
Due to the distance, this is a long full-day tour. Pickup in Lima begins very early, generally between 4:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. The return to your hotel in Lima is late, with the estimated arrival between 8:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. (depending on traffic).
The journey in the tourist vehicle from your hotel in Lima to the port of Paracas (El Chaco) takes approximately 3.5 to 4 hours each way.
Yes. Towards the end of the tour within the National Reserve, we will make a short stop at Playa La Mina. You will have time to relax on the sand before starting the return trip to Lima.
Yes. You will have excellent opportunities to photograph both the Candelabro geoglyph and the marine fauna (sea lions, penguins). We recommend bringing a camera with a good zoom and protecting your electronic devices from water splashes during the speedboat ride.
Yes. A professional guide will accompany you throughout the entire land journey and during the visits to the National Reserve. Additionally, the speedboat to the Ballestas Islands will be driven by a captain.
Within the Reserve, we will visit iconic panoramic viewpoints where the desert merges with the ocean. This includes the area of La Catedral, Peru's unique Red Beach (Playa Roja) (for photos), and Playa Lagunillas, an excellent place for lunch (lunch not included). The tour culminates with a stop at the beautiful Playa La Mina.
No, lunch is not included in the tour cost. You will have free time to have lunch near one of the beaches; your guide will be in charge of providing the best restaurant recommendations in the area.
Our adventure begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Lima, heading to El Chaco pier in Paracas, where we will board a speedboat bound for the stunning Ballestas Islands, one of Peru’s most beautiful marine sanctuaries. During the boat ride, we will marvel at the mysterious Paracas Candelabrum, a massive 170-meter geoglyph whose origin remains a mystery. You will also have the chance to observe sea lions, Humboldt penguins, boobies, pelicans, and many other seabirds that thrive in this vibrant ecosystem.
After returning to the port, we will enjoy a short break along the waterfront before continuing to the Paracas National Reserve, where the desert meets the ocean in breathtaking harmony. We will visit scenic viewpoints such as La Catedral, Playa Roja, and Lagunillas, an ideal spot for lunch by the sea (not included). To end the day, we will relax at the paradisiacal La Mina Beach before returning to your hotel in Lima.
Due to the distance, this is a long full-day tour. Pickup in Lima begins very early, generally between 4:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. The return to your hotel in Lima is late, with the estimated arrival between 8:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. (depending on traffic).
The journey in the tourist vehicle from your hotel in Lima to the port of Paracas (El Chaco) takes approximately 3.5 to 4 hours each way.
Yes. Towards the end of the tour within the National Reserve, we will make a short stop at Playa La Mina. You will have time to relax on the sand before starting the return trip to Lima.
Yes. You will have excellent opportunities to photograph both the Candelabro geoglyph and the marine fauna (sea lions, penguins). We recommend bringing a camera with a good zoom and protecting your electronic devices from water splashes during the speedboat ride.
Yes. A professional guide will accompany you throughout the entire land journey and during the visits to the National Reserve. Additionally, the speedboat to the Ballestas Islands will be driven by a captain.
Within the Reserve, we will visit iconic panoramic viewpoints where the desert merges with the ocean. This includes the area of La Catedral, Peru's unique Red Beach (Playa Roja) (for photos), and Playa Lagunillas, an excellent place for lunch (lunch not included). The tour culminates with a stop at the beautiful Playa La Mina.
No, lunch is not included in the tour cost. You will have free time to have lunch near one of the beaches; your guide will be in charge of providing the best restaurant recommendations in the area.
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