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Paracas Ballestas Huacachina and Pisco Tour from Lima

About this experience

An unforgettable full-day journey from Lima, exploring Paracas, Ballestas Islands, Oasis of Huacachina, and the Pisco Route in Ica. Dive into diverse landscapes and cultural wonders.

At a glance

  • Duration: 12 hr

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Paracas Ballestas Huacachina and Pisco Tour from Lima
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour12 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 12 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

  • Cruzero bus ticket Lima-Paracas-Ica-Lima
  • Huacachina Oasis and buggies.
  • Lunch
  • City Tour of Ica
  • Ballestas tour
  • Transfers hotel - bus station - hotel

Not included

  • Extra services not mentioned
  • Tips and extras expenses

Itinerary and highlights

Very early in the morning we will be transfer to the bus station for our departure to Paracas. Upon our arrival, assistance and transfer to the pier from where we will take a boat trip to the Ballestas Islands. On the way we will appreciate the "Candelabro", a drawing carved into a sand hill facing the Pampa of Nasca.

On the islands, we will observe Humboldt penguins and sea lions, in addition to the migratory birds that live there. We will continue towards the city of Ica; we will arrive at Las Dunas hotel where we will enjoy our lunch. Then, we will make a visit to the Plaza de Armas of the city, where we will observe the main streets of ancient and modern Ica. We will go to the Huacachina lagoon, called the "Oasis of America". From this point, we can appreciate the impressive desert landscape of the dunes.

We will continue with the visit to an artisan winery, in which we will learn about the elaboration of Wine and Pisco. Then we will live an experience full of adventure and adrenaline in the tubulars. We can choose between various circuits, whether they are flat dunes or dunes where we will go up and down from 3 to 90 meters high. We will make a stop to take pictures and continue with the practice of Sandboarding. At the coordinated time, departure by bus to Lima and transfer to the hotel.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • VIPAC Travel

Accessibility and practical details

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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 12 hr.
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 11+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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