Paracas & Huacachina - Desert Oasis Expedition
ID: GYG656855-1086413
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
17:00 hours
Description
Experience a day filled with magic, adventure, and adrenaline in the southern region of Lima!
Discover sea lions and desert dunes in the same day!
Experience a day filled with magic, adventure, and adrenaline in the southern region of Lima!
Discover South America's first sea lion sanctuary, explore the enchanting oasis of Huacachina nestled within the Peruvian desert, try your hand at the adventure sport of sandboarding, and indulge in Peru's national beverage, Pisco.
Itinerary :
Meeting point en Miraflores : Larcomar.
• At this time, we are leaving Lima to Paracas.
• Upon arriving in Paracas, we head to El Chaco port situated in the Bay of Paracas. Board modern boats to reach Paracas Island, where you'll marvel at the stunning vistas of the surrounding islands. Experience the incredible marine environment teeming with wildlife, including sea lions, Humboldt penguins, black cormorants (known as guanay), and various species of marine birds. Watch as sea lions gracefully swim around the boat and catch glimpses of penguins in the sea. Witness thousands of marine birds soaring between islands and nesting on the rocky cliffs.
• Next, we'll head to the "NIETO" winery for a delicious meal, with the restaurant conveniently located inside the winery. Alternatively, feel free to explore other dining options nearby or bring your own food.
• Then, indulge in a complimentary tasting session where you'll learn about the art of crafting Peruvian Pisco from an expert guide. Sample various locally produced Pisco varieties, gaining insight into their unique flavors and production methods.
• Upon arrival in Ica (Huacachina), soak in the serene oasis atmosphere as you stroll around the picturesque lake, capturing unforgettable moments with your camera.
• Prepare for an adrenaline-pumping adventure with a small-group dune buggy and sandboarding tour in Huacachina. Experience the thrill the dunes in a 4WD buggy driven by a skilled guide, then unleash your inner daredevil with sandboarding atop the towering dunes.
• Finally, on our return journey, we'll make a final pit stop at “Racimo de Uva” where you can grab snacks or shop for souvenirs such as wine, Pisco, traditional Peruvian drinks, and local delicacies.
• 10pm, approximately time, we arrive to Lima (larcomar)
Highlights
- Experience adventure and magic near Lima.
- Encounter South America's key sea lion reserve.
- Discover Huacachina Oasis and try buggy and sandboarding.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The order of the excursions may vary depending on weather conditions, river level, arrival or departure time, or any other relevant reason.
It sometimes happens that the sea is too rough to visit the Ballestas Islands by boat. If a weather report announcing a storm, we may cancel the boat tour around the Ballestas Islands for security reasons. In this case a financial reimbursement will be refunded to you (S/.40)
Excursion in buggy and sandboard have a duration of 45mn. The buggy is only driven by the professional driver .
For a sandboarding standing position, a professional boards are available for rent for an extra fee in Huacachina
For this tour, tour guides do not necessarily speak a Perfect English. Take the opportunity to develop your Spanish!
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.