From Lima: Huacachina Oasis, Sandbording & Ballestas Islands
ID: GYG396208-720072
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
17:00 hours
Description
Explore the Ballestas Islands by boat. Ride a dune buggy & go sandboarding in Huacachina. Taste the Pisco & wines of the area at a boutique vineyard.
See the desert oasis and natural hotspots on a full-day tour from Lima. Sail to Ballestas Island to see colonies of sea lions and seals. Explore Huacachina desert in a dune buggy and go sand boarding. Enjoy exquisite Piscos and wines on a vineyard tour.
After pickup, head south to make your way to Islas Ballestas. Stop for a delicious breakfast. Then, go to Paracas dock to take a speed boat to the Ballestas Islands. These rocky islands, located off the Pacific coast of Peru, are perfect for animal lovers.
Spot several birds and mammals including penguins, sea lions, pelicans, and dolphins in this wildlife haven. Enjoy the rugged coastline of soaring cliffs, rocky beaches, and remote sea caves. Check out the enigmatic Paracas Candelabra, a giant prehistoric geoglyph in the Paracas Peninsula at Pisco Bay.
Then, visit the El Catador Vineyard to learn about the production process of wines, sparkling wines, and the exquisite Pisco, the emblematic drink of Peru. Sample some local drinks and enjoy a walk in this artisanal winery.
Continue to Huacachina to see its beautiful oasis. Relax in the lap of nature surrounded by beautiful landscapes. Enjoy your day in the desert, taking a dune buggy tour and practicing sandboarding. Soak in the spectacular landscape formed by a lagoon of emerald green waters and large dunes.
Highlights
- Take a boat tour of the Ballestas Islands, a wildlife haven in Paracas
- Admire sea lions, seals, and migratory birds in their natural habitat
- Visit the El Catador Vineyard to taste Peruvian wines and Pisco
- Enjoy adventure sports in the sand dunes of the Huacachina Oasis
- Be accompanied on this fascinating day trip by an expert local guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Pickup from the following districts: Miraflores, Barranco, Chorrillos, Surquillo, San Isidro, Downtown Lima (historic center), San Borja, Surco, Pueblo Libre, Jesus Maria, Magdalena, San Miguel, Rimac and Lince.
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 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.