Lima to Ballestas Islands (Islas Ballestas)

Discover the serene landscapes of the Peruvian countryside on a full-day tour from Lima. See Humboldt penguins and sea lions on the Ballestas Islands, visit a local winery, and slide down the Huacachina dunes over the course of a day. If time permits, you can also make a stop in Chincha Alta to enjoy more experiences in the countryside. This small-group tour is a great way to enjoy local culture and beautiful nature.

Don’t let limited time in Lima stop you visiting Huacachina and Paracas. See the desert oasis and natural hotspots on a full-day tour, ideal for travelers short on time. After traveling to Paracas, you’ll embark on a boat tour of the Ballestas Islands, regularly compared to the Galapagos Island, to see colonies of sea lions and seals. Then, explore Huacachina desert in a dune buggy and go sand boarding. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Escape the bustling city of Lima and explore Peru's countryside on this full-day excursion. Join a small group and take a boat ride to the Ballestas Islands to observe several species including dolphins, sea lions, and penguins. Then, fly over the Nazca Desert to see the ancient geoglyphs that have been etched into the earth. End your tour at the Huacachina Oasis, where you have free time to explore.

Nasca Lines – The Sacred Landscape The lines are known as geoglyphs – drawings on the ground made by removing rocks and earth to create a “negative” image. The rocks which cover the desert have oxidized and weathered to a deep rust color, and when the top 12-15 inches of rock is removed, a light-colored, high contrasting sand is exposed. Because there’s so little rain, wind and erosion, the exposed designs have stayed largely intact for 500 to 2000 years. Scientists believe that the majority of lines were made by the Nasca people who flourished from around A.D. 1 to 700. Certain areas of the pampa look like a well-used chalk board, with lines overlapping other lines, and designs cut through with straight lines of both ancient and more modern origin.

The trip to Paracas is a preferred weekend getaway for Limeños, but without your own transportation, getting there can be difficult. This day trip from Lima takes you to and includes a boat excursion to see the marine fauna to the Ballestas Islands, buggies through the dunes and sandboarding in the desert, as well as a pisco and wine tasting in a vineyard.

For people who love nature and adventure sports, this Tour is ideal. It begins with the pick up from your hotel in Tourist mobility at 5:00 am to the city of Paracas, upon arrival we will go to Puerto del Chaco where we will board a boat to start the excursion to the Ballestas Islands, where we will appreciate the great diversity of marine fauna in the area such as sea lions, Humboldt penguins, guano birds among other species and we will also appreciate the Candelabra, the iconic image of the Paracas Reserve. After the visit we move to Ica to visit the "El Catador" Winery and the Huacachina Oasis, a favorite place for adventurers where extreme sports such as buggies and sanboarding can be practiced, after which we will return to the city of Lima.

Paracas is a favored weekend getaway for Limeños but even if you have only a day to spare, you can enjoy its highlights on this guided tour from Lima. You'll sail to the Ballestas Islands to see marine wildlife including penguins and sea lions; go sand boarding on the dunes of Huacachina, and enjoy some wine and Pisco-tasting at a local vineyard.

We will carry out all our tourist tour with our tourist mobilities with reclining seats, music and with a bilingual guide who will accompany you throughout the trip, providing a special service until your return from the starting point or the hotel. You and your companions will live an unforgettable adventure with all our Peruvian tradition.

A flight over the Nazca lines is an experience everyone must do. Considered world heritage by UNESCO. Come with us to discover the mysterious and enigmatic figures that an old pre-Inca civilization made in the south of Lima 1500 years ago. The flight (from Nazca City) gives a feeling about their diversity and spread over the land. Moreover, you have a beautiful view about the landscape around. We include in the package The Huacachina Oasis and dune buggy tour in the desert.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and spend the day exploring the Peruvian countryside on this private tour from Lima. First, head to Paracas for a boat journey to the Ballestas Islands, home to a number of birds, penguins, and sea lions. Then, escape to a desert oasis, surrounded by sand dunes, to watch a beautiful sunset before heading back to Lima.

The Ballestas Islands, located off the southern coast of Peru, are known for their range of diverse wildlife and surrounding beauty. See the best of the islands and the adjacent Paracas National Reserve on this full-day tour from Lima, featuring informative commentary from your guide and including a seafood lunch, vineyard tour and tasting, and transportation.

Enjoy a refreshing excursion full of sun and fun, We handle very good logistics so you can fully enjoy your trip, with tourist mobilities, professional guides, the Tour Includes a yacht ride where you will see guano birds, Humboldt penguins, sea lions and plus. Once the visit is over, we will go to Ica to start the tour of the desert dunes, where we will enjoy the main tourist attractions, the oasis of Huacachina by the Ballestas Islands, a delicious local lunch, free tasting of wines and pisco , adrenaline in the sand carts. Arrival in Lima between 10:00 p.m. to -11:00 p.m.

Explore the amazing ecosystems of Peru’s Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve during this 15-hour small group day trip from Lima. Scout for sea lions, tiny penguins, and a range of bird life during a visit to the Ballestas. Then head to the isolated Paracas Reserve, where you’ll discover the impressive landscapes of one of the driest spots on earth.

Explore two of Peru’s most fascinating sights in one day as you visit the majestic Ballestas Islands, a marine sanctuary, before taking an aerial tour of the famous Nazca Lines during this full-day tour from Lima. Spot for sea lions and exotic sea birds during your Ballestas visit, then continue south to the Peruvian town of Ica where you’ll board a Cessna aircraft for an aerial experience above the Nazca Lines. This experience also includes a guide, lunch and round-trip transportation from your hotel.

The Ballestas Islands, located off the southern coast of Peru, are known for their range of diverse wildlife and surrounding beauty. See the best of the islands and the adjacent Paracas National Reserve on this private full-day tour from Lima, featuring informative commentary from your guide and including all meals and transportation.

Head to Peru's countryside to visit two important landmarks—the Ballestas Islands and the Nazca Lines—on this excursion from Lima. Alongside a private tour guide, head to the Ballestas Islands to observe several endemic species like sea lions and penguins. Then, board a flight to observe the ancient geoglyphs that are carved into the Nazca Desert. Conclude your tour with a visit to a local winery complete with tastings.

Cover three of Peru's top natural attractions without having to worry about planning or arranging transport on a day trip that covers the Ballestas Islands, Huacachina, and the Nazca Lines. Enjoy unrivaled views of the enigmatic Nazca Lines during a scenic flight; increase your chances of spotting wildlife on a boat tour of Islas Ballestas; and access parts of the desert you can't reach in traditional tour vehicle on a dune buggy ride.

The marine wildlife-filled Ballestas Islands are known as Peru's own 'Galapagos' and are well worth the trip south from Lima. Getting there, however, is typically time consuming. Skip the hassle of planning your transportation by booking this full-day tour, which includes comfortable round-trip transfers,a visit to Paracas National Reserve, a speed boat excursion to the Ballestas and lunch.

Spend a jam-packed day exploring Paracas and Ica on this full-day tour from Lima. Hop on a boat in Paracas for a journey to the Ballestas Islands, home to a large population of birds and sea lions. Then, visit a local winery to learn about the process of wine- and pisco-making and enjoy a tasting. Finally, see the Huacachina desert oasis where you can try sandboarding or just explore the town.

Expand your awareness of Peruvian nature and culture on this tour to the Ballestas Islands from Lima. Take a boat tour of the Ballestas Islands and tour the Paracas National Reserve in the afternoon before going back to Lima.

Experience the diversity of Peru’s landscapes on this private full-day tour with round-trip transport from hotels in Lima. In addition to navigating, your guide offers background often unheard by visitors at each stop on the day's itinerary. Snap photos on a boat ride through the Ballestas Islands, stop for lunch at a winery in Ica, and drive a sand buggy at the Huacachina dunes. All meals are included.

Mix adventure and relaxation and discover the Ballestas Islands and Huacachina on this all-day guided tour from Lima. Combine a boat ride around the Ballestas islands and the Paracas National Reserve and spot sealife. Then head to Huacachina for a thrilling dune buggy and sandboarding tour. Wander up and down the dunes and then try sand boarding in the desert.

The Ballestas Islands and the Nazca Lines lie within easy reach of Lima, but organizing transportation to visit them independently cuts into precious sightseeing time. On this tour, ideal for travelers short on time, reach both sites in a day—with round-trip travel from your Lima hotel included. Take to the waves and the air in one adventurous day, and discover the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Peru.

Discover two of the most impressive natural attractions in southern Peru on a day trip to the Ballestas Islands and the desert oasis of Huacachina from Lima. Ideal for first-time visitors, this package lets you take the stress out of planning and car rental by including all entrance fees and activities, plus convenient hotel pickup and drop-off.