Palomino Islands

Embark on an incredible yacht tour to Palomino Islands and for the chance to witness Peru's incredible seabirds and marine wildlife and swim with thousands of sea lions in their natural habitat. First, get picked up from your hotel if you choose the relevant option when booking, otherwise make your own way to the meeting point in Callao. Start the tour from La Punta Bay where you will board a comfortable and safe yacht equipped with sophisticated navigation equipment, bathrooms, and other amenities. Sail out into the Pacific Ocean on an unforgettable 4-hour journey past the islands of Callao and along the coast of San Lorenzo Island. Pass a naval base and the El Frontón Island, where a maximum-security prison existed until the 1980s. Cruise along the coast of the Cabinzas Islands which are inhabited by several colonies of guano birds, until you finally reach the central attraction, the Palomino Islands. When you arrive, observe a colony of approximately 8000 sea lions, one of the largest in the area. Get kitted out with neoprene wetsuits and life jackets and take the opportunity to jump into the water as you get up close to these friendly animals. The tour will be under the surveillance and guidance of the experienced crew.

Meet your friendly crew then sail to the islands of Callao, travelling through the "El Camotal" underwater, open sea and passing by San Lorenzo Island.  At 11:30 AM, reach the farthest point, Palomino Island, which houses a large colony of sea lions. Here, you can freely swim alongside these great animals in neoprene suits. Then, at 12:35 PM, you will return to the meeting place in Calloa at Calle La Mar 229. Your return will begin through impressively shaped cliffs and islets. You will have the chance to enjoy a snack on board before arriving at the pier in Callao at 1:00 PM.

Cruise to Palomino Islands for a unique experience swimming with sea lions in the Pacific Ocean. Visit San Lorenzo Island, search for penguins, and enjoy birdwatching on a wildlife adventure from Lima. Set sail to the Palomino Islands from La Punta and stop at San Lorenzo Island. Learn the island's important role in the history of Lima from your guide. The 8-kilometer-long island is home to marine creatures including scallops, seabirds, and sea lions. Continue to the Palomino Islands, two islands that are part of a special ecosystem, where extraordinary marine wildlife coexists. Lack of predators means the ecosystem is bursting with wildlife of all types, including sea lions, penguins, and migratory seabirds. Jump off the boat into the clear, warm Pacific waters for a fun-filled swimming adventure with sea lions. Your guide will provide safety instructions and tips to make the most of your time with the playful marine mammals. If you are lucky, penguins might come and join the fun. After your exhilarating swim, head back to the mainland cruising past islets inhabited by guano birds and the second-largest colony of Humboldt penguins in Peru.

This excursion is ideal for nature lovers and allows you to swim with sea lions in their natural habitat. Departing from Lima, you will travel by boat to the Guano Islands, where Humboldt penguins and many other guano birds with sea lions live. Jump into the water and bathe with a colony of thousands of sea lions admiring the rock formations along with other animals on your return trip. The Palomino Islands are a group of small islands off the coast of Callao, Peru. Home to a large population of sea lions and seabirds, it has become a popular tourist attraction.

Meeting Point (between 10am to 11am depending on sea conditions) • Departure for the adventure : At the beginning we observe the anchorage of yachts, warships and merchant ships in the bay of Callao. During the journey we passed through the lower "El Camotal", open sea. We pass through San Lorenzo Island, with rich stories that come from pre-Columbian times. We see boats at work fishing, various colonies of guano birds and Humboldt penguins. • Swim with sea lions : We reach the furthest point, Palomino Island, which is home to a large colony of sea lions (sea lions), where we can swim with wetsuits freely among them, thanks to the absence of predators. It is an unforgettable moment full of emotions. • Return to Boarding : The return begins through cliffs and islets of impressive shapes. A snack is served before arriving at the pier. • Arrival in Callao : Recommended (NOT included), have lunch in Chucuito or La Punta, visit the naval museum, the Abtao Submarine or the Real Felipe fortress.

Get back to nature and encounter the wildlife on the Palomino Islands on a half-day tour from Lima. Travel to Callao Harbor and board a speedboat fully equipped with snacks, hot and cold drinks, life jackets, and wet suits for you to swim with the sea lions. Cruise to the islands of El Camotal, San Lorenzo and Palomino, where you will be provided with a life jacket and wet suit on arrival.  Swim in the Pacific Ocean surrounded by friendly sea lions and get the opportunity to view many sea birds, such as red legged cormorants, pelicans, Humboldt penguins, the Inca tern, the Peruvian booby and the Guanay cormorant.

Embark on the Pacific Ocean's Most Fascinating Marine Adventure! Embark on a fascinating adventure to the Palomino Islands and discover a journey full of history and natural beauty. Begin your journey sailing towards San Lorenzo and El Frontón Islands, where you will be able to admire from a distance the historic Frontón prison, a symbol of Peru's penal history. You will also see the old pirate cemetery, a reminder of times past, and the emblematic president's house, an important landmark in the region. We will skirt the north side of San Lorenzo Island, enjoying breathtaking views before heading towards the Cabinzas Islands. Here, you will witness impressive avian wildlife, with large colonies of guano birds and penguins filling the air with their activity. Finally, you will arrive at the Palomino Islands, where you will enjoy an unforgettable experience as you swim alongside playful sea lions and explore a unique seascape. This tour combines history, nature and adventure, offering a complete and enriching experience, come and experience the magic of the islands! We recommend arriving 30 minutes before the activity. The tour includes: - 3 and a half hour tour of the Callao Islands. - Life jackets. - Neoprene wetsuit for swimming with sea lions (sizes S, M and L). - Bilingual tour guide. - Personal accident insurance. - Marina Club del Callao boarding fee. - Ministry of Environment (SERNANP) rate.

Get a glimpse of the rich wildlife along Peru’s coastline on this boat tour from Callao to the Palomino Islands, two islands that are part of an ecosystem of their own where marine mammals such as sea lions and local migratory birds coexist. Set sail to the Palomino Islands, located off the coast of the Constitutional Province of Callao. On the way, stop at the anchorage of yachts, warships, and merchant ships. Cruise past the San Lorenzo Island, an eight-kilometer-long island, the largest island of Peru. Then, head toward the Palomino Islands and keep an eye out for sea lions, penguins, exotic birds, and, if you’re lucky, even dolphins. Due to the lack of predators, you can swim with sea lions and penguins at close range and in complete harmony with nature. Finally, start the return between islets, and see the second-largest Humboldt penguin colony in Peru, while a snack is served on board.

Our tour begins with pick-up from your respective hotels from 08:00 a.m. - 08:30 a.m., and then we go by tourist transport to the pier in Plaza Grau - Callao. Later we will board a yacht and in approximately 45 minutes we will arrive at our destination. On the way to reach the Palomino Islands you will be able to learn more about La Punta, Chucuito, El Camotal, Isla San Lorenzo and El Frontón. The tour to the Palomino Islands lasts around 5 hours. You will also have 15 to 20 minutes to swim alongside the sea lions. Without a doubt, swimming with thousands of sea lions in their own area is the most exciting. The tour will end at 12:30 and later we will return to the Callao pier, where a tourist transport will be waiting to take you back to your respective hotel.

You'll be picked up from your hotel at 10am and head to the district of Callao. At 9:00am, you'll set sail to the islands of Callao. Admire the anchorage of yachts, warships and merchant ships in the bay of Callao as you go. During the trip, you'll go through the Camotal open where sea islands can be seen. You'll pass by the San Lorenzo and Fronton islands, see fishing boats at work, various colonies of seabirds and the second largest colony of Humboldt penguins, as well as the Cavinzas Island. At 11pm, you'll arrive at the farthest point, Palomino Island, home to a large colony of seals (sea lions). Here, you can swim freely between them which, thanks to the absence of predators, is unforgettable. At 1:00pm, you'll start your return passing by impressive cliffs and islets forms. A snack before arriving at the pier is served. You'll arrive at 2 pm and be taken back to your hotel.