3 Days Tour of Paracas Huacachina and Nazca

Lima, Peru
Duration7h - 12h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Overview

Discover the best of the Ica Region on this perfectly organized 3-day adventure combining nature, culture, and desert thrills — without the stress of planning.

Spend one night in Paracas and one in Huacachina, with free time to explore. Enjoy guaranteed access to the Ballestas Islands boat tour, visit America’s oldest vineyard with expert insights, explore the stunning Huacachina Oasis, and experience an adrenaline-filled buggy ride and sandboarding session across massive dunes — ending with a magical desert sunset picnic.

Your journey finishes with a visit to the mysterious Nazca Lines, fully coordinated for a smooth and hassle-free experience.

Lima Experience stands out as the only agency in Huacachina providing helmets for buggy and sandboarding tours, following international safety standards — giving you extra peace of mind.

Perfect for adventure seekers, couples, and travelers with limited time who want to experience southern Peru’s highlights in just three unforgettable days.

What's included

  • Transfer Huacachina - Nazca - Huacachina
  • 2 hour Boat Trip to the Ballestas Islands
  • Nasca Tower Fee & Nasca Flight
  • (Day 2 only) Includes 1 main course + 1 passion fruit juice, with vegan/vegetarian options available (no additional items).
  • 2 hour Dune Buggy & Sandboarding Tour
  • Pisco Tour & Tasting at La Caravedo Vineyard
  • Luxury and Comfortable Bus with USB ports, Air conditioning and Bathrooms
  • Nazca Airport Fee
  • Breakfast and Dinner
  • Accommodation at any destination
  • Professional Sandboars to Stand Up is NOT INCLUDED

What to expect

Paracas & Ballestas Islands

4:20 A.M: Accommodation Pick-Ups
From Lima Downtown, San Isidro, Miraflores or Barranco. Remember we will add you to our whatsap group the previous night at 19:00 and we will share the exact pick up time.

  1. This trip will take about 3,5 hours, remember to be on time and bring your original passport. You can also pre-order your breakfast on the bus.
  2. We'll stop at Fruzion to enjoy breakfast (optional)
  3. 2-hour boat tour, discover the marine wildlife and visit the famous Candelabra. Please Note: The tour is conducted on a shared basis, even if the experience is booked as private. In this case, only this activity is shared; the rest of the service is carried out privately.
Vineyard & Huacachina

11:10 A.M: PARACAS TO VINEYARD TRIP
This trip will take about 1,5 hours, remember to be on time in the meeting point (Fruzion).

  1. Arrival at the oldest vineyard in the Americas to enjoy a traditional lunch. Followed by a pisco tour and tasting.
  2. Explore the stunning oasis in the middle of the desert and enjoy time at your leisure.
  3. Enjoy an adrenaline-filled 2-hour tour. Slide down the dunes while watching a spectacular view of the peruvian desert. (Safety helmets included for the tour through the dunes.) Please Note: A driver will operate the vehicle for safety reasons, both in private and shared services
  4. One of the tour highlights: a magical sunset picnic in the middle of the desert.
Huacachina

6:40 A.M: MEETING AT WILD ROVER HUACACHINA
Everyone must come to this meeting point. You will be picked up and called by your name to indicate which vehicle to board. Operator: Nazca Shuttle.

  1. From this tower, you’ll be able to spot some of the most iconic figures: the Tree, the Hands, and the Lizard.
  2. At María Reiche Neuman Airport, head to the AeroFenix office and identify yourself as a Lima Experience client.
  3. Enjoy the flight over the Nazca Lines (30 minutes) (The Nazca flight requires some waiting time at the airport, it could range from 10 minutes to 1.5 hours, so please keep that in mind.)
  4. After the flight you have to go to the AeroFenix office and request your transfer to Mom's Cafe. Then you have time to relax or get lunch. Then travel from Mom's Cafe (Nazca) to Huacachina Oasis.
  5. Drop off at your accommodation in Lima

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • All travelers must carry their passport, a clear photo of it, or the official entry document used to enter Peru (driver’s licenses are not accepted). Travelers without valid documents must pay the additional 18% VAT (IGV).
  • Before the tour, all participants must attend a mandatory safety briefing and sign a safety and responsibility form.
  • Passengers weighing more than 100 kg must pay USD 10 for an additional seat. This applies to the Huacachina buggies and the boat tour in Paracas. In the case of the bus, an additional seat will be assigned at a cost of 25 USD.
  • Children under 1 year old are not allowed to do the boat trip to Ballestas Islands
  • Children under 3 years old do not pay for the tour; however, parents must cover any additional expenses (entrance fees, snacks, or extra activities).
  • For the buggy tour, children under 3 years old must travel in a private service, pay for a seat, and use a safety carrier.
  • Children over 3 years old will have a seat available; however, parents should be aware that the buggy operates at high speed due to the nature of the activity.
  • Parents must sign a consent form for minors to participate in the buggy tour.
  • It is each individual’s responsibility to determine whether they are in adequate physical and health condition to participate in the booked activity.

Cancellation policy

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