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Full Day Tour: Ballestas Island & Huacachina Oasis from Lima

By JD ADVENTURE TRAVEL
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $120 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 1d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview
  • Boat tour to see sea lions and penguins at Ballestas Islands
  • Explore stunning rock formations and sea caves by boat
  • Visit the unique desert oasis of Huacachina
  • Thrilling dune buggy and sandboarding adventure
  • Scenic drive through Peru’s coastal landscapes

Activity location

    • Lima
    • Lima, Provincia de Lima, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Lima
    • Lima, Provincia de Lima, Peru

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Full Day Tour: Ballestas Island & Huacachina Oasis from Lima
  • Activity duration is 1 day1d
    1d
  • English
Starting time: 5:00am
Price details
$120.00 x 1 Adult$120.00

Total
Price is $120.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pickup and drop-off only for hotels within Miraflores and San Isidro.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Round-trip transportation.
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    Tour in English or Spanish (you will be allocated to the right group).
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Continental Breakfast.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Boat tour to the Ballestas Islands group tour.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Dune Buggy tour & Sandboarding.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    wineyards tour and testing.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All fees and taxes.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal Travel Insurance.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch and drinks.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses and additional services are not mentioned above.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips.

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Luggage or large bags, Pets
  • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, People with mobility impairments, Pregnant women

What you can expect

Itinerary
04:00 AM – Hotel Pickup
Our service begins with early morning pickup starting at 4:00 AM. Pickup time may vary depending on your hotel's location. Please note that complimentary pickup is available within our designated zones only in Miraflores and San Isidro; an additional fee of 50 PEN per transfer applies for hotels outside this range.

07:00 AM – Arrival in Paracas
After approximately 3 hours of travel along the Panamericana Sur, we arrive in the coastal town of Paracas. During the journey, we will stop for a continental breakfast, which is included in the tour. Depending on the timing, breakfast may be served en route or after the first excursion.

08:00 AM – Ballestas Islands Tour (2 Hours)
We begin our maritime adventure with a boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, known as the ā€œPeruvian Galapagos.ā€ During the tour, we will also view the mysterious Candelabro geoglyph, an enormous figure etched into the dunes. The boat ride lasts approximately 2 hours and offers the opportunity to see sea lions, penguins, and a variety of seabirds in their natural habitat.

10:30 AM – Free Time in Paracas
After the tour, you can explore the bay, enjoy a snack, or relax by the coast.

12:00 PM – Departure to Ica & Vineyard Visit
We continue our journey to the city of Ica, where we will visit a traditional vineyard to learn about Peruvian pisco and wine production. We will then enjoy a tasting session and experience the authentic flavors of the region.

01:30 PM – Lunch Break (Not Included)
You will have time to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (at your own expense). Our guide will be happy to offer recommendations based on your preferences.

03:00 PM – Huacachina Oasis & Desert Adventure
We arrive at the iconic Huacachina Oasis, a stunning natural lagoon surrounded by towering dunes. Here, you will embark on an exhilarating dune buggy tour, including sandboarding. This adventure lasts approximately one hour and concludes with a stop at a scenic viewpoint to witness the sunset over the desert—a truly unforgettable moment.

05:30 PM – Return to Lima
Following the desert experience, we return to Lima, with an estimated arrival around 9:30 PM–10:00 PM, depending on traffic conditions.

Location

Activity location

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    • Lima
    • Lima, Provincia de Lima, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Lima
    • Lima, Provincia de Lima, Peru