Ballestas Islands and Huacachina Oasis Full Day Tour from Lima

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17 to 18 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover the best of Peru’s coast and desert in a single day of nature and adventure. Unlike standard tours, this experience combines the marine life of the Ballestas Islands with the thrill of the Huacachina Oasis.

Cruise around the Ballestas to spot sea lions, penguins, and seabirds, and admire the mysterious Candelabra geoglyph carved into the desert cliffs. Later, head to Huacachina, where you’ll ride dune buggies and try sandboarding on giant golden dunes as the sun sets.

With a professional bilingual guide, comfortable transport, and personalized service, this tour offers a fun, seamless, and unforgettable experience for travelers who love nature, culture, and adventure, all in one perfect day.

What's Included

Visit to the Huacachina Lagoon (Oasis).
Professional guide throughout the tour.
Entrance tickets for the Ballestas Islands tour.
Hotel pick up and start of the tour.
Return transfer to Lima and drop off at your hotel.
Visit to a local vineyard, including wine and pisco tasting.
Group dune buggy and sandboarding adventure.
Private transfer from Lima to Ica (Paracas Bay).
Full assistance before, during, and after the tour.
Scenic view of the Candelabro geoglyph.
Boat tour to the Ballestas Islands to see sea lions, penguins, and seabirds.
Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
Personal expenses
Tips for driver and guide (optional)
Transportation or services not included in the planned itinerary.

Meeting and pickup

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

Pick up from hotels in Miraflores, San Isidro, or Lima Downtown.
Travelers staying outside these areas can meet at a nearby meeting point.
Please be ready before the scheduled pick up time.

Itinerary

Duration: 17 to 18 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Lima

    Departure from Lima to Paracas along the scenic Pan American Highway. Enjoy the coastal landscapes during the drive through Peru’s desert coast.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Paracas

    Arrival in Paracas and boarding of a speedboat to explore the Ballestas Islands, part of Peru’s National Reserve of Islands and Islets. Observe sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and seabirds in their natural habitat, and admire the mysterious Candelabro geoglyph.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Paracas National Reserve

    Visit the Paracas National Reserve, where the desert meets the Pacific Ocean. Discover stunning viewpoints, red sand beaches, and unique marine and desert ecosystems.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Ica

    Continue the journey to Ica and the Huacachina Oasis, a natural lagoon surrounded by towering sand dunes.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Oasis Huacachina

    Experience an exciting buggy ride and sandboarding adventure on the golden dunes while enjoying breathtaking desert views and an unforgettable sunset.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 6

    Optional stop at a traditional artisanal vineyard to learn about the local production of wine and pisco, and taste Peru’s signature spirits.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Lima

    Return trip to Lima with wonderful memories of the Peruvian coast and desert.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
4WD Tours
Car Tours
Adventure Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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