From Lima: Paracas, Ica, and Huacachina Day Tour
ID: GYG540387-934505
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
17:00 hours
Description
Explore Huacachina and the Ballestas Islands on a full-day tour from Lima. Enjoy sandboarding, dune buggy rides, and marine wildlife while admiring stunning landscapes for an unforgettable experience.
Live an unforgettable experience of a whole day starting from Lima towards Ica, discover the Huacachina desert and the Ballestas Islands.
We will begin with pickup at the designated points in Lima Centro, San Isidro, the Westin Hotel and Miraflores, and then transfer to Paracas. There we will take a boat excursion to the Ballestas Islands, where you can observe a fascinating variety of marine fauna, including sea lions, penguins and exotic birds, in addition to admiring the mysterious Candelabro geoglyph, similar to the famous Nazca Lines.
After the visit, you will have free time in Paracas to tour the area and enjoy a tasting of typical sweets. Then we will go to a vineyard in Ica, where you will learn about the process of making pisco and wine, taste various varieties and learn how to prepare an authentic Pisco Sour. Afterwards, we will pause for lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to the Huacachina oasis, a paradise in the middle of the desert where you can enjoy exciting activities such as sandboarding and dune buggy rides. If time permits, we will make a stop in Chincha to visit a local store and buy souvenirs or typical products.
Finally, we will return to Lima with an estimated arrival between 22:00. and 23:00, depending on traffic.
Enjoy a day full of nature, adventure and culture on this tour
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the natural wonder of the beautiful Ballestas Islands
- Enjoy an exciting adventure sand boarding in the Huacachina desert
- Savor the bright flavors of Ica's local food with varying flavor influences
- Take a boat tour of the Ballestas Islands and spot the local wildlife
- Experience a combination of beautiful nature and thrilling activities
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour is guided bilingually, in Spanish and English.
It is recommended to bring a credit card or cash exchanged in soles
Confirmation will be received when the reservation is made
It is not adapted for people in wheelchairs
Accessible for baby strollers
Babies should be seated on an adult's lap
Most travelers can participate in the experience
Babies from 2 to 4 years old go free and sit on an adult's lap
Children under 2 years old are not accepted
Only pick up at designated boarding points in Miraflores, San Isidro, Lima Center
Pick up will be at Saga Fallabella in Kennedy Park Miraflores
Hotel pickup and drop-off service has an additional cost ( acording avaibility)
INCLUDED
- Roundtrip tourist bus
- Lifejacket
- Tasting
- Pisco and wine tasting (for travellers +18)
- Ballestas Islands boat tour
- Visit Huacachina Lagoon
- Bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees and port taxes $6 USD (essential)
- Buggies and Sandboard $10 USD (optional)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
