Ica, Paracas, and Huacachina Oasis
Duration:
1 Day
Embark on an exciting full-day journey from Lima to explore the serene landscapes of the Peruvian countryside. This tour will take you to the marvelous Ballestas Islands, where you can admire Humboldt penguins, sea lions, and stunning marine fauna. Additionally, you will visit a local winery to taste wines and pisco, and experience the thrill of sliding down the sand dunes of Huacachina in a sandboarding adventure. This small-group excursion is the perfect combination of nature, culture, and fun.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Pisco – Paracas – Huacachina
We start our day by heading to the Paracas Bay, the starting point of Peru’s largest marine reserve and the second largest in South America.
We arrive at the charming Paracas-Pisco district and head to the “El Chaco” Pier.
Embark on comfortable skiffs with life jackets to explore the Ballestas Islands. Along the way, we admire “El Candelabro,” a structure similar to the Nazca Lines. The Ballestas Islands are rocky formations that house an impressive variety of marine birds such as guaneras, guanay, boobies, pelicans, cormorants, and more.
We return to El Chaco port for free time and lunch (not included) with the possibility of buying souvenirs.
We travel to the city of Ica to visit the El Catador winery. Here, we will taste quality wines and piscos, along with local delights such as chocotejas, alfajores, and jams.
We continue to the mystical Huacachina Lagoon and enjoy its legend. You will have free time for photos and souvenir shopping before participating in the thrilling sandboarding and tubular experience.
Finally, we return to your hotel at the agreed-upon time.
Inclusions:
Includes:
- Private Group Transportation.
- On-Board Snack (not valid on holidays).
- Mandatory SOAT Traffic Accident Insurance.
- Skiff to Ballestas Islands (Paracas).
- Pier entrance fee.
- Candelabro viewpoint.
- Life jacket.
- Local guide.
- Visit to Huacachina Lagoon.
- Winery in Ica.
- Wine and pisco tasting.
- Tasting of local sweets.
- 1 free bottle of wine for groups of 5.
- Tour Operator.
Not Included:
- Meals not mentioned in the program.
- Accident Insurance.
- Unmentioned items.
- Tips.
Price:
Inquire for pricing.
Travel Recommendations:
- Wear comfortable clothing.
- Bring a small backpack with water, snacks, and sunscreen.
- Carry cash in Peruvian soles and US dollars.
- Make sure to have your identification documents with you.
- Respect the environment and follow the guide’s instructions to preserve the beauty of the attractions.
Our reviews
¡Lo recomiendo totalmente!!
Mi experiencia en la agencia y en especial con mi guia, fue fantástica. Me explicó con mucho detalle y de forma entretenido cada lugar que íbamos visitando. ¡¡Lo recomiendo totalmente!! Gracias totales.