This tour lasts 16 hours, allowing you to enjoy the experience fully. You can expect a comprehensive exploration of the attractions within this time frame.
Lima, Peru: Huacachina Oasis and Ballestas Islands Tour
Operated by Peru Hop
Don’t miss out on the wonders of Huacachina and Paracas just because you have limited time in Lima. Join our full-day tour designed for travellers with tight schedules. Departing from Lima, you’ll venture to Paracas, where an incredible adventure awaits. Hop on a boat tour of the Ballestas Islands, often likened to the Galapagos, to witness colonies of sea lions and seals in their natural habitat.
Duration: 16 hours
Mobile ticket
Your ticket for this tour is mobile, providing convenience and accessibility. Simply present your digital ticket on your mobile device, eliminating the need for printed tickets and making it easy to join the adventure.
Pickup offered
We’ll do our best to arrange pickup directly at your hotel or the nearest alternative.
Available in English, and 1 more
The tour is conducted in English and Spanish, ensuring participants can easily understand and engage with the guides and fellow travellers.
Freedom to change plans
Discover the flexibility of free cancellation up to 24 hours before the adventure begins, ensuring a stress-free experience.
Secure your spot, pay later
Reserve your spot today and pay later, allowing you to maintain your travel plans without immediate financial commitment.
Notable features
- Embark on a captivating boat excursion to the Ballestas Islands, an untouched paradise nestled in the heart of Paracas
- Delight in observing sea lions, seals, and extraordinary avian species thriving in their native habitats
- Experience the thrill of dune buggy riding and sandboarding amidst the enchanting desert oasis of Huacachina
- Enjoy the convenience of hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off services in Lima as part of your adventure
Full description
Embark on an exhilarating exploration of the Huacachina oasis and Paracas during this full-day adventure tailored for those with limited time in Lima. Commence your journey with a convenient early morning hotel pickup and head to Paracas by bus.
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Then, set off on a boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, often compared to the Galapagos due to its profusion of marine life. While your guide shares insights about the ecosystem, Marvel at penguins, birds, seals, and sea lions in their natural habitat.
Next, journey to Huacachina, where you’ll enjoy free time for a thrilling dune buggy and sandboarding experience amidst the towering sand dunes. Your memorable day concludes with a late evening drop-off at your accommodation.
Inclusions
- Pick up and drop off at your hotel
- 2-hour boat tour to the Ballestas Island
- 2-hour sandboarding and dune buggy tour
- Spacious luxury Peru hop bus for comfort
- Friendly bilingual guide on board for assistance and information
- Free time to explore the enchanting Huacachina Desert Oasis
- All taxes & fees – no hidden charges
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
Pickup details
We’ll do our best to arrange pickup directly at your hotel or the nearest alternative:
- San Isidro: 5:05 – 5:15 AM
- Miraflores: 5:15 – 5:45 AM
- Barranco: 6:00 – 6:20 AM
- Airport: Pickup details will be confirmed via chat
Not suitable for
- Pregnant travellers
- Travellers with back problems
- Wheelchairs
- Heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Vital trip details
Crucial pre-trip insights:
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
- Infants must sit on laps.
- Most travellers can participate.
- Breakfast should be brought along as the bus departs early.
- Pickups are available from hotels and hostels in Miraflores, Barranco, San Isidro, and some downtown Lima.
- Please be punctual; the bus departs on time for the Ballestas Islands tour at 10:00 AM.
- Sunscreen is advisable, as Paracas and Huacachina have hot weather year-round.
- Food is not included, but discounts are available at many restaurants.
- Important holidays: Easter weekend (April 06-09), Independence Day (July 28-30), and New Year’s (December 31st and January 1st) may affect the tour duration.
- Warm weather year-round; consider a light jacket for the speedboat ride to Ballestas and closed-toe footwear for sandboarding.
€155
You can secure your spot. Reserve now and pay later, with no upfront payment required today.
Check availabilityCancellation policy
a) For cancellations more than 24 hours before the start of the activity: full refund of the booking price.
b) For cancellations 24 hours or less before the start of the activity or in case of a no-show: no refund.
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