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Ballestas Islands, Ica & Huacachina with Ceviche Class from Lima

Buggy in HuacachinaHuacachina OasisCevicheCeviche cooking class

About this experience

Explore an oasis in the middle of the desert and a city full of charm. Enjoy a unique experience with a demonstrative ceviche class in Paracas. Experience adventure in Ica and Huacachina with buggy rides and sandboarding on stunning dunes.
In addition, you will visit the Ballestas Islands, home to an incredible diversity of marine flora and fauna. To complete the experience, you will taste a selection of artisan wines made by local producers.

At a glance

  • Duration: 17 hr

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Tour to Ica premium service
Pickup included

Plan your experience

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

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

  • English and Spanish Tourism Guide.
  • Sandboard and Sand Carts (buggy)
  • Tasting of chocotejas and tiles.
  • Guided Ballestas Islands tour.
  • Wine and pisco tasting.
  • Lunch with drink and soft drink.
  • Pick up and drop off at hotels.
  • Entrance tickets to Huacachina.
  • Ballestas Islands tax tickets and entry into Paracas.
  • Demonstrative class of Ceviche with Tasting.
  • Small group tourist transport.

Not included

  • Breakfast
  • tips
  • Dinner

Itinerary and highlights

Itinerary
Hotel pickup starts at 4:00 am. to 5:00 a.m. from San Isidro, Miraflores and Barranco. For other cities consult. Experience an unforgettable day of adventure and discovery as we explore the natural and cultural treasures that Peru has to offer.

Duration: 1 hour

Travel from Lima to Paracas, a stunning coastal destination renowned for its natural beauty. Along the way, we will make a short stop so you can relax before continuing the experience. Upon arrival, you will have free time to enjoy breakfast on your own.

Then, board a speedboat to the Ballestas Islands, where you can observe a variety of marine life, such as sea lions, Humboldt penguins and glovebirds in their natural habitat. During the tour, you will also appreciate the enigmatic geoglyph of the Candelabra.

Later, you will enjoy a live demonstration of the preparation of Peruvian ceviche, one of the most representative dishes in the country. End the experience with a tasting that highlights its fresh and traditional flavors.

The adventure continues towards the charming city of Ica. There, we will visit a renowned local winery, such as El Catador or Nietto, where you will immerse yourself in the fascinating process of making wine and pisco. You will discover its traditions, artisan techniques and taste a careful selection of regional products.

Later, you will enjoy a lunch with typical dishes of the area, ideal to complement this gastronomic and cultural experience.

Are you ready for an exciting twist? We will go to the Huacachina oasis, a place that seems to come out of a fantasy movie. We will walk towards the dunes to take the sand cart (buggy) and in the middle of the desert we will practice sandboarding, for 2 hours. Then we will have 2 free hours to continue exploring the Huacachina Oasis.

When the sun sets on the horizon, we will return to Lima, taking with you unforgettable memories and unique experiences. The clock will show 10:30 p.m. when we arrive, but your heart will still be filled with the magic of this unforgettable day.

Meeting and pickup information

  • All tours begin with pick up at hotels in Barranco, Miraflores and San Isidro.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • AMERICAN TRAVEL PERU

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Available for all ages.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 17 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
All tours begin with pick up at hotels in Barranco, Miraflores and San Isidro.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–3; Youth tickets: age 4–4; Adult tickets: age 5+; Senior tickets: age 65+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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