Enjoy a fantastic day trip from Lima. Discover Paracas and Ballestas Islands with diverse marine life, then experience the thrill of dune buggy rides and sandboarding on Huacachina's stunning dunes.

About this activity

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Duration 18 hours: Check availability to see starting times
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Live tour guide: English, Spanish
Pickup optional: Check the list of pickup locations when booking to see if your hotel is included among the pickup points. If it is not on the list, choose “I don't know yet" and after booking let the activity provider know where you are staying. They will inform you whether pickup is possible from your hotel or the nearest alternative. Pickups from San Isidro: between 5:05 AM and 5:15 AM Pickups from Miraflores: between 5:15 AM and 5:45 AM Pickups from Barranco: between 6:00 AM and 6:20 AM Pickups from the Airport and Lima Downtown are to be confirmed

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Sudeepa – United States

Perfect trip, you see and do so much . The boat trip gives you a good view to sea lions penguins and even dolphins , the best is huacachina . Don’t miss the buggy ride and absolutely do not miss the sand boarding . So much fun , you can skip the buffet at Paracas , not worth it . This trip is not to be missed . The bus was comfortable , our guide Ehmet was a nice lady , she spoke English well and guided us well . And gave good pointers on what to do in huacachina , this trip combined two different experiences in one day . This has to be great

Maricel – United States

It went ery smooth. Sol was very professional and attentive. Very knowlegeable and very clear on giving instructions. I love how the trip went exactly as it should. Really really great value for the money. Dont hesitate to book it!!! 🥰❤️

Itinerary

Starting/pickup location
Depends on the selected option
Bus/coach
(4 hours)
Ballestas Islands
Guided tour (2 hours)
Extra fee
Paracas
Free time (1.5 hours)
Bus/coach
(1 hour)
Huacachina
Sandboarding, Sunset (1 hour)
Extra fee
Huacachina
Free time (1 hour)
Bus/coach
(4.5 hours)
117 drop-off locations:
ANTARA, Kaclla, The Healing Dog Hostel, Imperial Inn Hospedaje Turístico, Girasoles Hotel, Hotel Santa Cruz, Best Western Plus Urban Larco Hotel, Hotel Lexus, Radisson Hotel Decapolis Miraflores, Trendy Host, Casa Wynwood Barranco, Blu Hotel Boutique, Mal. de la Reserva 615, Dragonfly Hostels Miraflores, Westin Lima Hotel & Convention Center, Arawi Miraflores Express, Casa Andina Premium Miraflores, Arte Hotel Lima, Novotel Lima San Isidro, Hotel Rivera Inn, Hotel Plaza del Bosque, Hotel Estelar Miraflores, Ayenda La Luna Inn, Hospedaje Albergue Verde, BTH Hotel Lima Golf, JW Marriott Hotel Lima, DoubleTree by Hilton Lima Miraflores El Pardo, NM Lima Hotel, Estelar Apartamentos Bellavista, Ana Frank Boutique Hotel, Inti Killa Miraflores hostel, Pullman Lima San Isidro, Hotel José Antonio Executive, INNSiDE by Meliá Lima Miraflores, Suites Larco 656, Sonesta Hotel El Olivar, Hotel Estelar San Isidro, Tierra Viva Miraflores Centro, Aku Hotels, Flying Dog Hostel B&B, Flying Dog Hostel, Aloft Lima Miraflores, Llaqta Hotel, Ibis, Beraja Family Hostel, Embajadores Hotel - Lima, LARQ'A PARK ROOMS, Swissotel Lima, Hotel José Antonio Lima, Hotel Costa del Sol Wyndham - Lima Ciudad, Habitat, Crowne Plaza Lima, Hotel Boulevard, Hotel Runcu, 3B Barranco's - Chic and Basic - B&B, Libre Hotel, BW Signature Collection, Casa Andina Select Miraflores, Courtyard by Marriott Lima Miraflores, Meliá Lima, Ancestral Barranco Café & Hostel, Hotel San Isidro Inn, Dazzler by Wyndham Lima San Isidro, Delfines Hotel & Convention Center, AC Hotel by Marriott Lima Miraflores, Hostal El Patio Miraflores, Faraona Grand Hotel, Hotel Casa Suyay, Casa Republica Barranco Boutique Hotel, Country Club Lima Hotel, La Paz Apart Hotel, El Carmelo Hotel, Killari Restaurante (Hotel Luxury Inkari), Hilton Lima Miraflores, TARATA BOUTIQUE HOTEL, Porta Hostal, Casa Bella San Isidro Boutique Hotel, Casa de Leeuw, Hotel El Tambo Uno, La Casa del Viajero, Hotel Monte Real - Miraflores Peru, Centro by Casa Andina, qp Hotels Lima, Hotel Las Palmas, Hyatt Centric San Isidro Lima, Nazca House - Miraflores, Kokopelli Hostel Barranco, Hotel Grand Nobility, Tierra Viva Miraflores Mendiburu, Andesmar Hotel & Suites, Inkari Suites Hotel, Los Tallanes Hotel & Suites, Mercure Ariosto Lima, Esperanza, Inkawasi Backpacker Hostel, Suites del Bosque Hotel, Hotel Miramar, Radisson RED Miraflores, Manto Hotel Lima - Mgallery, Atrium Miraflores, Selina Miraflores Lima & Cowork, Apart Hotel Petit Palace Suites, Arawi Miraflores Prime, Hotel B, Hampton by Hilton Lima San Isidro, Dazzler Lima, Villa Barranco by Ananay Hotels, ibis Lima Larco Miraflores, Lima Wasi Hotel, Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores, Miraflores Guest House, Casa Andina Premium San Isidro, Pariwana Hostel Lima, Lima Kennedy Park Apartments, The Lighthouse Bed And Breakfast, Hotel Antigua Miraflores, Del Pilar Miraflores Hotel, Miraflores Colón Hotel, Trendy Host Connect - Barranco

Main stop

Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

Explore the Ballestas Islands, home to a diverse array of birds and wildlife
Observe hundreds of penguins and sea lions in their natural island habitat
Ride a buggy up and sandboard down some of South America's tallest dunes
Hear many interesting stories and insights from an on-board bilingual guide

Full description

Explore the stunning landscapes outside Lima as you journey to Paracas and Huacachina. Begin your adventure at 6:00 am with direct transportation to Paracas, a charming seaside town, on a comfortable 4-hour ride.

Upon arrival, embark on a 2-hour boat tour of the Ballestas Islands, a smaller version of the Galapagos, where you can observe sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and a variety of birds in their natural habitat.

After a lunch break, continue to Huacachina, a picturesque oasis in the Ica Desert, known for its towering sand dunes, some of the largest in South America. Enjoy some free time to explore before heading out on an exhilarating buggy and sandboarding adventure (optional - extra fee) across the dunes—an unforgettable experience in South America's only natural desert oasis.

In the evening, relax on the bus ride back to Lima, arriving around 11:45 pm, with drop-off at the same location as your pickup.

Includes

Professional bilingual guide
Roundtrip transportation
On-board restrooms
2-hour boat tour in Paracas

Meals and beverages
Pickup and drop-off services
Local taxes (16 soles or 4 USD in Paracas, 4 soles or 1 USD in Huacachina)
Dune buggy and sandboarding (10 USD, optional)

Not suitable for

Children under 7 years
Pregnant women
People with mobility impairments

Meeting point

Passengers must meet OPPOSITE the JW Marriott hotel, Mal. de la Reserva 615, Miraflores, from 05:45 am. Please wait near the small information kiosk. The bus will depart promptly at 6:00 am.

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Important information

What to bring

Passport or ID card
Sunscreen

Know before you go

This tour may change without prior notice due to weather conditions, strikes, or demonstrations
Be sure to bring snacks for the bus ride, as there are no stops on the way to Paracas
Don't forget to bring cash
The tour runs with slight adjustments during the following holidays: Easter weekend (April 17-20) and Peru's Independence Day celebrations (July 25-28). The pick-up time will be 1 hour before the usual time

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From Lima: Paracas and Huacachina Oasis Full Day Guided Tour