Paracas and Huacachina Oasis Guided Tour From Lima
Escape Lima for a full-day adventure filled with nature and adrenaline. Start your journey in Paracas with a scenic boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, often called the 'Peruvian Galapagos,' where you’ll spot sea lions, penguins, and seabirds. Then, travel to the desert oasis of Huacachina and explore its golden dunes on a thrilling dune buggy ride. Try your hand at sandboarding down the massive slopes and soak in the stunning desert views. This is the perfect mix of wildlife, adventure, and natural beauty—all in one unforgettable day.
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Paracas and Huacachina Oasis Guided Tour From Lima
What's included in Paracas and Huacachina Oasis Guided Tour From Lima
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Miraflores
Begin your adventure at 6:00 am with direct transportation to Paracas, a charming seaside town, on a comfortable 4-hour ride. Meet the bus OPPOSITE the JW Marriott hotel, Malecon de la Reserva 615, Miraflores. Please wait near the small information kiosk. Make sure to be there by 5:45 am. The bus departs at 6:00 am.
Islas Ballestas
Upon arrival, embark on a 2-hour boat tour of the Ballestas Islands, a smaller version of the Galapagos, where you can observe sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and a variety of birds in their natural habitat.
Huacachina
After a lunch break, continue to Huacachina, a picturesque oasis in the Ica Desert, known for its towering sand dunes, some of the largest in South America. Enjoy some free time to explore the oasis
Inclusions
- 2-hour boat tour in Paracas
- On-board restrooms
- Professional bilingual guide
- Roundtrip transportation
- Meals and beverages
- Pickup and drop-off services
- Local taxes (16 soles or 4 USD in Paracas, 4 soles or 1 USD in Huacachina)
- Dune buggy and sandboarding (10 USD, optional)
- 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
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Passengers must meet OPPOSITE the JW Marriott hotel, Mal. de la Reserva 615, Miraflores, from 05:45 am. Please wait near the small information kiosk. The bus will depart promptly at 6:00 am.
