From Ica: Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve …
ID: GYG857847-1354259
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Discover the Ballestas Islands and the Paracas National Reserve on a day trip from Ica. See the Candelabro geoglyph, observe native wildlife, and visit the famous La Catedral rock formation.
Discover the natural beauty of the Ballestas Islands and the Paracas National Reserve on a full-day tour from Ica. See the Candelabro geoglyph, observe a variety of wildlife, and visit the La Catedral, Punta Santa María, and Playa Roja viewpoints.
Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Ica and head to the El Chaco dock in Paracas. Board a motorboat and set sail to the Ballestas Islands. As you cruise through the Pacific Ocean, pass by the iconic Candelabro geoglyph, a 170-meter tall figure etched into the sand.
Keep your eyes peeled for a variety of native wildlife including zarcillos, piqueros, gulls, pelicans, chuitas, and red-headed vultures. Spot Humboldt penguins and sea lions as you continue your journey.
Return to the El Chaco dock and enjoy some free time to have breakfast or take a stroll. Next, head to the Paracas National Reserve and visit the La Catedral, Punta Santa María, and Playa Roja viewpoints. Stop at the Lagunilla beach to have lunch on your own and visit the La Mina beach.
Finally, return to Ica and get dropped off at your hotel.
Highlights
- Marvel at the enigmatic Candelabro geoglyph on the Ballestas Islands
- See a variety of native wildlife, including penguins and Humboldt sea lions
- Visit the Paracas National Reserve and its famous La Catedral rock formation
- Enjoy free time to have breakfast and explore the town of El Chaco
- Take in the views of the red sand beaches of Playa Roja and Playa Lagunilla
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for walking.
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun.
It's recommended to bring water and a camera to capture the beautiful scenery.
Be prepared for early morning departure.
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.
