
Ica and Paracas: Ballestas Islands and Huacachina
Travel Itinerary
Discover the best of Ica and Paracas in a day full of adventure and nature.
Day 1: Ballestas Islands and Huacachina Oasis
Ica - Paracas: Ballestas Islands: Once we arrive in Paracas, we will visit the Ballestas Islands on a 1.5-hour tour. During the tour, we will explore the Paracas Reserve and observe the unique rock formations and incredible marine wildlife, including sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and guano birds.
Paracas Boardwalk: Then we will take a walk along the boulevard by the sea and try some of the traditional sweets of Paracas: chocotejas, cookies, tejas, among others. We will have free time to shop.
Wine Cellar in Ica: Arrival at the El Huarango winery. Accompanied by poetry, we will taste the best wines, pisco, and creams of Ica. We will enjoy the atmosphere of the winery, where you can take photos and make purchases. We will have time to enjoy lunch on site.
Dune Buggies and Sandboarding: We continue our tour to La Huacachina, where we will board the "Tubulares" —also known as sandboxes or buggies— for an extraordinary 40-minute adventure through the desert dunes.
Huacachina Oasis: Finally, we will spend time in La Huacachina, one of the most fun attractions in the southern region. You will discover an impressive oasis in the middle of the desert, surrounded by palm trees and with a fascinating legend about mermaids. There will be free time for photos, walking, and shopping.
Included
- •Official English-speaking tour guide.
- •Visit to the Paracas National Reserve.
- •Excursion to the Ballestas Islands (Boat ride, sighting of marine wildlife and the El Candelabro geoglyph).
- •Tasting of traditional sweets in Paracas.
- •Visit to a wine cellar in Ica with free tasting of wines and pisco.
- •Visit to the Huacachina Oasis.
- •Dune buggy ride and sandboarding.
- •Tourist taxes for Ballestas Islands and Huacachina included.
- •Full assistance throughout the tour.
- •Tour photographs.
- •Bottle of wine for groups of 4 or more.
- •Glass of Pisco Sour for adult birthday celebrants or a sweet surprise for children (valid only on the day of the tour with ID).
Not Included
- •Meals (Optional tourist lunch with prior reservation: S/ 35 or $10 USD. Includes starter, main course, and drink).
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