Cusco Panoramic Expeditions

Trip Summary

Pick up from the designated location in Lima and transfer to Paracas. We start the journey visiting the Ballestas Islands on a 1 hour and 30-minute boat tour, where we will explore the Paracas National Reserve and admire its rich marine flora and fauna. Afterwards, we will enjoy a tasting of Paracas’ typical sweets such as chocotejas, cookies, tejas, among others. Next, we arrive at a traditional vineyard in Ica, where we will participate in a delightful wine and pisco tasting. Accompanied by verses and poems, you will savor the best wines, piscos, and creams of the region. We will also have free time for photos, lunch, and shopping. The adventure continues at the famous Huacachina Oasis, a magical lagoon surrounded by desert dunes and legends of mermaids. For the highlight of the tour, we board the dune buggies (tubulares) for an exciting 45-minute ride across the desert, followed by an unforgettable experience practicing sandboarding on the dunes. Around 4:15 PM, we depart from Huacachina and return to Lima. Approximate arrival in Lima: 10:00 PM, with transfer back to the initial pickup point.

Itinerary

Explore the natural paradise of the Ballestas Islands on a boat tour through the Paracas National Reserve. Admire rich marine life, including sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and a variety of seabirds, and marvel at the famous geoglyph known as the “Candelabro.”

• Hotel pickup in Paracas in the morning

• Boat ride to Ballestas Islands (approximately 2 hours)

• Guided tour and wildlife observation

• Return to Paracas for lunch

• Free time to explore Paracas town or relax by the beach

• DURATION: approximately 5–6 hours

• HOTEL: Paracas

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What’s Included

INCLUDES

Transporte turístico ida y vuelta.
Guía de Turismo en Español (servicio estándar).
Guía de Turismo Bilingüe (servicio con recojo en hotel).
Visita a la Bahía de Paracas.
Visita a las Islas Ballestas en deslizador.
Observación del Candelabro.
Observación de fauna y flora marina.
Visita a una bodega de vinos en Ica.
Degustación de vinos y piscos.
Visita a la Laguna de Huacachina.
Paseo en tubulares + sandboard.
Impuestos de Ballestas y Huacachina.
Asistencia permanente durante el viaje.

NOT INCLUDED

Food

Frequently Asked Questions – Paracas, Ica & Huacachina Full Day

The tour includes round-trip transportation from Lima, a guided tour of Ballestas Islands, visit to a winery for tasting and lunch, adventure activities in Huacachina (sandboarding and buggy ride), and professional guidance throughout the day.

The tour starts early in the morning around 04:30 – 05:00 a.m. and returns to Lima between 9:00 – 10:00 p.m., with a total duration of approximately 16 to 17 hours.

We recommend bringing comfortable clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, water, and a camera for photos. For sandboarding, wear shoes that can be easily cleaned from sand.

Yes, the tour is suitable for families and beginners. Adventure activities in Huacachina can be adapted according to age and comfort level.

On Ballestas Islands you may see sea lions, Humboldt penguins, pelicans, cormorants, and other seabirds, as well as the famous Candelabro geoglyph on the Paracas Peninsula.