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Private 2-Day Huacachina, Ballestas & Nazca Tour from Lima

About this experience

Experience the highlights of southern Peru in just two days, without the stress of planning logistics, transportation, or timing. This well designed itinerary is ideal for time conscious travelers who want to see more in less time, while still enjoying comfort and quality service.

Depart from Lima and explore some of Peru’s most iconic landscapes. Ride a dune buggy and try sandboarding in the desert oasis of Huacachina, cruise the wildlife-rich Ballestas Islands, often called the “Galápagos of Peru”, and enjoy a breathtaking scenic flight over the mysterious Nazca Lines.

Traveling with a professional bilingual guide helps you fully understand the history and significance of each destination while overcoming language barriers. With seamless hotel pickup and drop off, comfortable transportation, and well coordinated activities, all you need to do is relax and enjoy the journey while every detail is taken care of.

At a glance

  • Duration: 48 hr
  • Private experience

What is included

  • Scenic flight over the Nazca Lines
  • Bilingual guide
  • 2 hour sandboarding and dune buggy tour with sunset toast
  • All taxes and fees
  • Air conditioned transportation
  • Private ground transportation to and from Nazca (Note: this segment is not guided)
  • 1 night accommodation
  • Stay connected with high-speed Wi-Fi onboard (available only through Peru Hop)
  • Entrance fee: Cantalloc Aqueducts Tour (Nazca)
  • 2 hour speedboat tour to the Ballestas Islands
  • Nazca entrance fee
  • Vineyard visit with Pisco tasting
  • Onboard restroom available
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Nazca airport tax

Not included

  • Tips for the guide and drive (optional)
  • Additional meals and drinks not mentioned
  • Personal expense

Itinerary and highlights

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Pickup location: Your hotel in Lima (please specify your preferred pickup address). We will pick you up at the arrival hall. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead travelers name.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Salkantay Travel Peru

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Available tour options

  • Pickup included

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