You sail to the Ballestas Islands in a modern twin-engine speedboat, get free time on the Paracas boulevard and continue with a tour of the National Reserve, through desert and coastal scenery. It starts between 6:30 and 7:00 a.m. and ends around 4:00 p.m. at the Plaza de Armas in Ica or in Huacachina.
Paracas is one of the most striking destinations on Peru’s southern coast, with its National Reserve, the Ballestas Islands and its sea and desert landscapes. This tour brings them together in a single outing.
You sail in a modern twin-engine speedboat to the Ballestas Islands and their marine wildlife, stroll the Paracas boulevard with time for photos and explore the National Reserve, between desert and coast. You finish at the Plaza de Armas in Ica or at Huacachina Oasis.
Highlights
- Marine wildlife of the Ballestas Islands
- Ride in a modern twin-engine speedboat
- Free time and photos on the boulevard
- Desert and coastal scenery in the National Reserve
Itinerary
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Tour starts
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Ballestas Islands
Boat ride to see the islands and their marine wildlife.
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Free time on the Paracas boulevard
The boulevard’s atmosphere and time for photos.
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Paracas National Reserve
Desert and coastal scenery and its main sights.
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Plaza de Armas in Ica or Huacachina Oasis
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Tour ends
Included
- English- and Spanish-speaking guides
- Shared transportation
- Modern twin-engine speedboat
- Life jacket
- Tour of the Paracas National Reserve
Not included
- Tourist tax: S/ 22.00 per person
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Souvenirs
Gallery
Important notes
- Schedule Starts 6:30 to 7:00 a.m.; arrival in Ica or Huacachina around 4:00 p.m.
Frequently asked questions
What places does the Paracas tour visit?
Three places in Paracas: the Ballestas Islands and their marine wildlife, the boulevard, and the National Reserve, with its desert and coastal scenery.
What time does the Paracas tour start and where does it end?
It starts between 6:30 and 7:00 a.m., and by 8:00 a.m. you’re at the Ballestas Islands. Around 4:00 p.m. you reach the Plaza de Armas in Ica or Huacachina Oasis.
Is there free time on the Paracas boulevard?
Yes, at 10:30 a.m. you have free time to walk the boulevard and take photos. At 11:00 a.m. the tour continues to the National Reserve.
What does the Paracas tour include?
It includes shared transportation, the ride to the islands in a modern twin-engine speedboat with a life jacket, and the tour of the Paracas National Reserve. Lunch and drinks aren’t included.
How is the Paracas tour different from the Ballestas Islands tour?
The Ballestas Islands tour focuses on the islands and the Candelabra, with departures every half hour from the pier. The Paracas tour covers more: besides the islands, it includes shared transportation, time on the boulevard and the National Reserve.
