Paracas 2 Days 1 Night – Ballestas Islands - Viajem para Machu Picchu

Paracas 2 Days 1 Night – Ballestas Islands

Duration

2 Days 1 Night

Difficulty

Moderate

Groups

Max. 12 people

Tour Location

Ica - Peru

On this tour, we will explore the southern region of Lima, an area full of natural and cultural beauty. We will visit Paracas, an ideal destination for nature and adventure lovers, where we can observe the marine wildlife of the Ballestas Islands and enjoy water activities. We will also visit Huacachina, an oasis in the middle of the desert, where you can go sandboarding and ride in a buggy. This tour is a unique opportunity to discover the charms of southern Lima while staying at the Huacachina oasis.

Day 1: Lima – Huacachina

04:30 AM: Bus Lima–Ica
10:40 AM: Arrival and transfer to accommodation
01:00 PM: Pisco Route Tour

We invite you to enjoy a day full of flavor and adventure in the Ica Valley. We will start the tour by visiting the artisanal Catador winery, where you will learn about the process of making the region’s best piscos and wines, as well as creams made with our national liquor. You will also have the opportunity to taste their products and appreciate their aromas and flavors. Next, we will visit the Tacama vineyard, the oldest in South America, where you will learn about the different types of grapes cultivated and used to make their famous wines. You can also taste some of their varieties and enjoy their quality.

In the afternoon, an adrenaline-filled experience awaits: tubing and sandboarding. We will ride in special vehicles that take us across the impressive desert dunes. There, you can practice sandboarding, a sport where you slide down the sand on a board. You will feel the thrill of descending the slopes at high speed while admiring the landscape.

Finally, you will be transferred to your accommodation to rest after an unforgettable day.

Overnight stay.

Day 2: Paracas – Lima

08:00 AM: Ballestas Islands Tour: Enjoy a marine adventure at the Ballestas Islands, a natural paradise where you can observe a wide variety of animal species. On the way, admire the mysterious Candelabra, a giant figure carved into the sand that has many legends. You will reach the islands and be amazed by sea lions, penguins, pelicans, and other animals that inhabit this ecosystem.

Free time to explore the town of Paracas.

11:00 AM: Paracas National Reserve Tour: Explore the Paracas National Reserve, a protected area that hosts rich biodiversity and cultural heritage. You will visit the Independence Monument, offering panoramic views of Paracas Bay. Then, you will see the impressive Cathedral rock formation and the Supay Beach viewpoint. You will continue to the interpretation center to learn about the flora and fauna of the reserve. Finish your tour with the spectacular Red Beach and a visit to Lagunilla Bay.

Bus Paracas – Lima

Bus Lima – Ica – Paracas – Lima
Tour of the city of Ica
Sand buggy rides to Huacachina, sandboarding, buggy
Entrance fees for Huacachina and Ballestas Islands
Guided tour of the Ballestas Islands
Professional guide
Entrance to the park
Shared tourist transportation

No meals
Hotels in Lima and Huacachina
Personal expenses, such as taxis and cold drinks
Tips and gratuities
Airport transfers
Bus terminal transfers

The easiest way to start practicing climbing. You climb 300 meters using metal steps fixed to the rock face and descend via a 100-meter rappel on the mountain. Price per person S/175, includes private transportation to/from your hotel in Cusco or the Valley, guides, equipment (harness, helmet, via ferrata set, and gloves), and lunch. Approximate duration: 4 hours plus transfers; pick-up at 8:00 a.m. in Cusco, return around 3:00 p.m. Minimum age: 9 years.