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Join us on a fantastic boat tour to discover the stunning Ballestas Islands and the wonders of Paracas. Our first major highlight will be stopping right in front of the giant El Candelabro geoglyph, an ancient mystery carved into the desert hills by a pre-Inca civilization. Then, we’ll sail out into the Pacific Ocean to explore this vibrant marine sanctuary, where you'll get up close with sea lion colonies, Humboldt penguins, and thousands of seabirds in their natural habitat. A thrilling adventure blending rich history, coastal scenery, and amazing wildlife.
Discover this wonder of the nature with us!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick up and drop-off in centrally located hotels in Paracas
The office is located at Avenida Principal Paracas, between Riviera Inka Hotel and Owae Hotel, half block away from El Chaco dock. There is a big sign that says Islas Ballestas.
The tour ends at El Chaco dock
Itinerary
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1Muelle El Chaco
In the morning, the transport service will pick you up from your Paracas hotel to go to El Chaco dock, the boarding point for the boat ride to Ballestas Islands.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Candelabro de Paracas
After boarding, we will go to Ballestas Islands, located 30 minutes away from the coast of Paracas. On the way you can see the still inexplicable lines drawn in the sand forming a candelabrum. This mysterious geoglyph measures 590 ft., and is circa 2,500 years old.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Islas Ballestas
We will continue the tour until reach the islands. It is a natural reserve of beautiful geological formations, impressive fauna where you will find sea lions, penguins and birds such as the pelican, among other species found in the archipelago. Due to the number of birds that lives in the area, and with the migratory ones, these islands have the best natural fertilizer in the world: the guano. Peru used the guano to improve the economy, between 1845 and 1866. At the end of the tour, we will return to the dock, and you will be transferred back to your hotel in Paracas.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You should bring sunscreen, hat and sun glasses, comfortable clothes, windbreaker jacket.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You should bring sunscreen, hat and sun glasses, comfortable clothes, windbreaker jacket.
- If you are prone to motion sickness, please take any necessary precautions. Consult a medical professional before taking any medication.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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