Lima: Private Islas Ballestas and Huacachina Dunes with Pickup

4.7 (18 reviews) Lima, Peru
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Duration12h
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LanguagesPortuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

It is the most impressive tour for a full day from Lima, from the departure the road is spectacular where you can see the beaches south of Lima and take you to the coastal town of Paracas and climb aboard a motorboat. The adventure begins as you ride the waves to the Ballestas Islands in the Paracas National Reserve.

Upon arrival, observe native marine species such as birds, penguins and sea lions in their natural habitat. Your guide will provide you with information and the animals' environment while capturing the scenery on camera.

Continue to Huacachina, a remote oasis in the Ica desert and home to the largest sand dunes in South America. Tour the dunes by buggy and try your hand at sandboarding. With your powerful buggy to help you reach the top of the dunes, you will save energy for sandboarding.

What's included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • 2 hour boat trip around the Ballestas Islands - 2 hour sandboarding and dune buggy excursion - Bilingual guide - Entrance fee: Ballestas Islands - Entrance fee: Oasis of Huacachina
  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • Meals are not provided for this tour and will be at the discretion of the travelers.

What to expect

  1. Las Islas Ballestas
    3h · Admission ticket included
    The Ballestas Islands are a small group of rocky islands that are home to thousands of birds and mammals including penguins, sea lions, Inca terns, pelicans and dolphins. They are located in the Pacific Ocean, just off the coast of Paracas. Paracas is a small fishing town in the Pisco Province of the Ica Region. Upon arrival, observe native marine species such as birds, penguins and sea lions in their natural habitat. Your expert guide will provide information about the animals' behavior and environment while capturing the scenery on camera.
  2. Huacachina
    2h
    Huacachina is a remote oasis in the Ica desert and home to the largest dunes in South America. Tour the dunes by buggy and try sandboarding. With your powerful buggy to help you reach the top of the dunes, you will save energy for sandboarding. Depart Huacachina and return comfortably to your accommodation in Lima.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Convenient hotel pickup can be arranged when you book your tour. Please provide your hotel details at the time of booking so we can coordinate the pickup accordingly. Airport Pickup: Airport pickup can also be arranged upon booking. Our team will coordinate the meeting point and pickup details with you in advance, based on your arrival information.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Hotel pick up/drop off will be arrange separately depending on the location.

Cancellation policy

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

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