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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

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.

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.

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What you can expect

Duration:

16 hours

Tour guide:

English-speaking

Starts at:

5:30 AM

  • You can cancel your reservation before 1:15 PM on January 15 for a full refund.
  • Price breakdown: 1 Participants x €155

Total: €155

The total price includes all taxes and fees.

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.
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Cancellation 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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Traveller feedback

Overlall rating

4.5/5

Review summary

Guide

4.5/5

Transportation

4.6/5

Service

4.7/5

Organisation

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Silvia Rodriguez

Country: Spain

5/5

An absolutely amazing experience! The Ballestas Islands were a wildlife paradise, and sandboarding in Huacachina was a thrilling adventure. Highly recommended!

Thomas Smith

Country: United Kingdom

5/5

Breathtaking scenery! The Ballestas Islands and Huacachina Oasis were stunning. Our guide, Carlos, was informative and fun. A fantastic experience!

Isabella Costa

Country: Brazil

5/5

An unforgettable day. The Ballestas Islands’ wildlife and the dune buggy ride in Huacachina were incredible. Well-organised tour with friendly staff.

Kai Tanaka

Country: Japan

2/5

Disappointing experience. The Ballestas Islands were not as impressive as I expected, and sandboarding was not worth the hype. I wouldn’t recommend it.

Sophie Rose

Country: France

4/5

Good value for money. The tour offered a nice blend of nature and adventure. Ballestas Islands were visually pleasing, and sandboarding was fun.