2D Tour Nasca Lines Ballestas Islands Tour Paracas Reserve
ID: GYG676219-1114349
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
2 days
Description
Overflight tour of the Nasca Lines, Ballestas Islands Tour where you can appreciate the famous chandelier and Paracas Reserve
Day 01: Overflight of the Nazca lines and trip to Paracas
03:45 Bus Lima/Nazca
10:30 Arrival in Nazca, Assistance upon arrival and transfer to the Nazca airfield.
Overflight of the Nazca Lines
From the sky we will observe the majestic lines and figures of the Pampas of San José, which have 500 hectares and have been studied for many years by Dr. María Reiche (According to Dr. María Reiche, who has dedicated a large part of her life to study of these lines is the largest Astronomical Calendar in the World). The Nazca Lines are mysterious traces made.
Time for lunch and personal activities (Lunch at passengers' expense).
At the indicated time, transfer to the bus station for your trip to Paracas.
16:30 Bus Nazca to Paracas
19:30 Arrival in Paracas and transfer to your Hotel
Hotel night in Paracas
Day 02: Tour of the Ballestas Islands, Paracas reserve and trip to Lima.
Breakfast at the Hotel.
Transfer to the El Chaco dock.
08:00 am. Maritime tour to the Ballestas Islands
On the tour of the Ballestas Islands, you will visit the different islands for two hours. During this tour you will be able to appreciate the figure of the Candelabro, a gigantic figure engraved in the desert of the Paracas Peninsula. On the Ballestas Islands you can see fabulous marine fauna up close, such as large colonies of sea lions on the beaches and rocks as well as seals. It is also possible to see groups of Humboldt penguins in small caves, as well as a wide variety of coastal birds such as cormorants, boobies, pelicans, gulls, and grackles. Additionally, you can appreciate rock formations and the beauty of the Pacific Ocean, great for artistic photos.
10:00 am. Return to Paracas – Time for refreshments.
11:00 am. Start of the Tour to the Paracas National Reserve.
We will take a tour of the Paracas Peninsula, observing the colorful reddish and yellow desert, formations made by the winds and visiting its beautiful beaches, such as Yumaque beach, Roja beach and Lagunillas beach, on this beach you will have free time so you can have lunch Since there are restaurants in front of the beach or taking walks around the beach, Before finishing the tour you will visit the Mirador de Paracas from where you can get a great view of the Bay and the rock formation known as The Cathedral. The Paracas Reserve has one of the largest marine reserves in Peru, housing more than 200 types of birds and a large number of marine species. We will return to the El Chaco dock in Paracas at approximately 3:00 p.m.
16:10 pm, Bus from Paracas to Lima
Highlights
- Overflight of the Nazca Lines
- Paracas Reserve has one of the largest marine reserves in Peru
- The Candelabra, a gigantic figure engraved in the desert
Guiding languages
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.