Discover the Ballestas Islands ā Natureās Wild Side
Your adventure kicks off at our office in Paracas, where you can safely leave your belongings if you want to travel light. From there, weāll head straight to the buzzing port, where youāll meet your bilingual guideāyour partner in crime for the next couple of hours. Before boarding, youāll get some quick pro tips to make the most of the ride.
Once aboard our eco-friendly speedboat, weāll cruise into the mysterious Paracas Bay. The first showstopper? The legendary Paracas Candelabra, a 120-meter geoglyph carved into the desert hillside. Its origins are a complete mysteryāsome say pirates, others talk about ancient cultures, and yes, there are even wild theories about aliens. Either way, itās the perfect āwow momentā to kick off the tour.
Then itās time for the real stars of Paracas: the Ballestas Islands, often called the āPeruvian GalĆ”pagos.ā Here, wildlife takes center stage. Watch sea lions chilling on the rocks, penguins waddling around like theyāre late for a meeting, and thousands of seabirds flying overheadāguanays, boobies, pelicans, tendrils, and more. Our guide will spill all the best stories about the islands, their history, and why theyāre so important for biodiversity in this part of the world.
As the tour wraps up, enjoy the ride back to port with the salty breeze on your face and unbeatable coastal views around you. Perfect moment to snap those last pics for your feed. By the time we dock, youāll be leaving with a memory card full of shots, lungs full of sea air, and one unforgettable adventure checked off your bucket list.