From Lima: Paracas and Huacachina Day Trip with Buggy Ride
ID: GYG854264-1349405
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
1 days
Description
Explore the charming seaside town of Paracas and the beautiful Huacachina on a day trip from Lima. Spot sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and various bird species on a boat tour.
Discover the breathtaking landscapes surrounding Lima on a trip to Paracas and Huacachina. Start your day at 5:30 AM with a comfortable 4-hour ride directly to the charming seaside town of Paracas.
Once you arrive, enjoy a 2-hour boat tour of the Ballestas Islands, often referred to as a smaller version of the Galapagos, where you can spot sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and various bird species in their natural environment.
After lunch, continue to Huacachina, a beautiful oasis in the Ica Desert famous for its towering sand dunes, some of the tallest in South America. Take some time to explore the area before embarking on an exciting buggy and sandboarding adventure (optional - extra fee) across the dunes, an unforgettable experience in South America's only natural desert oasis.
In the evening, relax on the bus ride back to Lima, arriving around 11:45 PM, with drop-off at the same location as your pickup.
Highlights
- Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Paracas and Huacachina from Lima
- Spot sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and various bird species on a boat tour
- Explore the charming seaside town of Paracas and the beautiful Huacachina
- Take an optional buggy ride and sandboarding adventure across the dunes
- Enjoy a comfortable bus ride to and from Lima with hotel pickup and drop-off
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour starts early in the morning, be prepared for a long day.
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for walking.
Bring sunscreen and a hat to protect against the sun.
Carry water to stay hydrated.
The buggy and sandboarding adventure is optional and comes at an extra fee.
Expect to return late in the evening around 11:45 pm.
INCLUDED
- 2-hour boat tour of the Ballestas Islands
- Visit to Huacachina Oasis
- Buggy and sandboarding adventure (optional - extra fee)
- Round-trip transportation from Lima
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.
