Taking the Ballestas Islands tour directly from San Martín Port is the ideal choice for cruise passengers seeking a seamless and enriching shore experience. Our service begins just steps from your ship, eliminating the need for the cruise shuttle or extra transport. Designed to perfectly match cruise schedules, the tour ensures your timely return while offering a breathtaking encounter with nature. In just minutes, you'll reach the Paracas pier and embark on a boat journey to witness sea lions, Humboldt penguins, dolphins, and the iconic Candelabra geoglyph etched into the coastal hillside. Operated by a fully authorised local company with modern transport and experienced guides, the tour guarantees comfort, safety, and a personal touch. Booking directly with us means no middlemen, better value, and dedicated customer support from start to finish.
You will be met by our guide at 9:15am at San Martin Port, then you will be transferred to Paracas town, at this point you will meet the rest of the group and board our speedboat to begin the adventure to the stunning Ballestas Island. On the way you will stop at the Paracas peninsula to see the enigmatic figure of the Candelabro, a stunning design drawn on the side of a hill in the Peninsula. Nobody knows for sure who did it or why. There are many hypotheses regarding its origin, some believe it is related to the Nazca Lines but still found no proof or evidence that can define its creation. Afterwards, you'll head off to Ballestas Island, where you will see a stunning world filled with birds and sea lions. Here, you'll visit the three islands at a distance allowed, navigating inside some caves, depending on the condition of the sea. On your return to the port, you will board our vehicle to drive back to San Martin port to re-join your ship.
You will make your own way to the meeting points
• Travel voucher and passport or any ID its required before boarding (verification purpose only) • If you have any disability or if you need any extra care please let us know in advance. Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port