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Ballestas and Paracas from Lima by bus

About this experience

Stay away from the noice city of Lima and spend a time at Ballestas islands and Paracas Reserve. See the best of nature, see thousands of marine wildlife and enjoy Paraca's beautiful panoramic landscape.

At a glance

  • Duration: 17 hr
  • Private experience

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Ballestas and Paracas from Lima by bus
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour17 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 17 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Private tour to Paracas Reserve
  • Entrance fees for Ballestas and Paracas Reserve
  • Transfer from your hotel to Bus terminal (hotel within Miraflores, San Isidro and Lima city centre)
  • English and Spanish speaking guide for both tours
  • Return bus tickets from Lima - Paracas - Lima (tourist class)
  • Group tour to Ballestas Islands

Not included

  • Personal travel insurance
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation back to your hotel in Lima (tour will end at bus terminal)

Itinerary and highlights

You amazing day tour will begin from your hotel in Lima at 03:00am, You will be transfer to the coach station for your coach road journey to Paracas departing at 03:40am. Once in Paracas (07:40am) you will board our shared speedboat to begin your adventure to the stunning Ballestas Island. On the way you will stop at the Paracas Peninsula to see the enigmatic figure of the Candelabro. A stunning design drawn on the side of a hill in the Peninsula. Nobody knows for sure who did it or why. There are many hypotheses regarding its origin. Some believe it is related to the Nazca Lines but still found no proof or evidence that can define its creation. Afterwards will head off to Ballestas Island where you will enjoy a stunning world filled with birds and sea lions. Here you will visit the three islands at an allowed distance, navigating in some caves (this will be depending on the condition of the sea). On your return to the port (10:00am), you will board our vehicle to drive towards Paracas Reserve in private. During your tour you will learn more about Paracas Reserve by visiting the interpretation centre, an interesting building that displays photos about all the fauna, flora and many others important facts about the Paracas Peninsula. Afterwards, we will drive throughout a lifeless desert till we reach an area where once stood a great natural rock formation known as the Cathedral. Unfortunately, this old formation did not withstand the 2007 earthquake. At this place you will have amazing views of the desert and the blue ocean and you will see thousands of sea birds, then you will visit Playa Roja and Lagunillas beach for some refreshments. at 4:40pm you will take the coach back to Lima. You will be arriving on to Lima at arround 8:50 pm. Tour eill end at the bus terminal.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Pickup is from any hotel within Miraflores only. If your hotel is not located in these places, please contact us for a new quote, or we can arrange a meeting point.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • JD ADVENTURE TRAVEL

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A minimun of two people is required to book this tour. If you a re a solo traveller, contact us so we can give a new quoted based on one person

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 17 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Pickup is from any hotel within Miraflores only. If your hotel is not located in these places, please contact us for a new quote, or we can arrange a meeting point.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 4+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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