Paracas Full Day: Ballestas, Dune Buggies, Lunch & Pisco Sours

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

Escape Lima and discover the best of Peru's southern coast on this unforgettable journey to Paracas and Pisco.

Start your day with a boat tour to the famous Ballestas Islands, often called the "Peruvian Galapagos" thanks to their incredible marine wildlife. Get up close to sea lions, Humboldt penguins, dolphins, and thousands of seabirds in one of the richest marine ecosystems in South America.

Next, venture into the spectacular Pisco Desert, home to some of Peru's largest dunes and part of the legendary route of the world-famous Dakar Rally. Experience the thrill of a dune buggy ride across the desert and try sandboarding surrounded by breathtaking landscapes far from the crowds.

After the adventure, enjoy a gourmet Peruvian lunch at the only working pisco-producing vineyard located in Pisco, where you'll discover why Peruvian cuisine is celebrated worldwide. Complete the experience with an authentic pisco tasting at the birthplace of Peru's national spirit.

What's Included

2-hour boat tour to the Ballestas Island
Visit a traditional vineyard with guided tour and pisco tasting
Air-conditioned vehicle
2-Hour Dune Buggy and Sandboarding
Traditonal Peruvian Lunch included
Pick up and drop off at your hotel
Round trip Lima - Paracas with wi-fi onboard
Ballestas Islands, Dune Buggies, Sandboarding & Pisco Tasting
Breakfast

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup will be made from your hotel. We will pick you up at the arrival hall. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead travelers name.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Peruvian “Galápagos” Experience – Live an unforgettable adventure at the Ballestas Islands, where you’ll enjoy a thrilling boat to}ur on the Pacific Ocean surrounded by playful sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and breathtaking coastal scenery. This is a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife experience that captures all the magic of the Galápagos Islands—at a fraction of the cost.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Dune Buggy Ride & Sandboarding (Optional): Hold on tight as you race across the spectacular desert dunes near Paracas, exploring hidden landscapes where the legendary Dakar Rally has taken place multiple times, challenging some of the world’s best drivers, all while enjoying breathtaking desert views and the chance to sandboard down some of the largest dunes in South America.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Pisco Vineyard Tour – Refresh yourself with Peru’s most popular pisco cocktail, paired with delicious local bites, before diving into the world of Pisco, the country’s national drink. Visit the vineyards, learn how it’s crafted from grape to bottle, and enjoy plenty of tastings along the way.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Pachamanca & Pisco Experience – Enjoy a traditional Pachamanca, a millenary Peruvian cooking ritual prepared underground, followed by an interactive masterclass where you’ll learn to craft cocktails using Peru’s iconic spirit, pisco, in an immersive experience that takes you deep into the heart of Peruvian culture, set in the historic coastal town of Pisco—founded in 1640 and recognized as the birthplace of Peru’s national drink.

    2 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Travelcab Peru

Tags

Extreme Sports
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Adventure Tours
Short term availability

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