Full Day Tour to Visit Ballestas Islands and Paracas Reserve
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Embark on a Day of Discovery: Ballestas Islands & Paracas Reserve Unveil the beauty of Peru's coastal treasures with our Ballestas Islands and Paracas Reserve adventure. Explore pristine beaches, witness diverse marine life, and soak in breathtaking landscapes. An unforgettable journey awaits!
Your experience
Stop 1
We pick you up at the hotel and transfer you to the new tourist dock in Paracas. • We will board the glider to begin the almost two-hour excursion to the Ballestas Islands. These beautiful islands serve as home to thousands of migratory birds, who share their habitat with colonies of restless sea lions. We will also observe a diversity of marine fauna, such as Humboldt penguins. We return to the dock, you have free time to walk around the bay, take photos, buy crafts or breakfast.
Stop 2
• After, we will take the tour to the Paracas National Reserve, which is the largest natural sanctuary on the Peruvian coast. As a first point we will visit the RNP interpretation center. Then we will head towards the natural rock formation known as THE CATHEDRAL, due to the whimsical shape it has and the spectacular panoramic view. We continue with the panoramic visit to the Red and Yumaque beaches. There will be a short walk to the Flamencos viewpoint and the Fusilera Zone where we will observe migratory birds, marine fossils, tirítelas and more. Finally, we will move to Lagunillas Beach where you have the option of lunch and swimming (optional). Finally, we will return to the hotel at approximately 3:00 PM.
What’s included
- Spanish/English guide
- Speed boat to visit Islas Ballestas
Not included
- Tourist Taxes to the Ministry of the Environment
- National park entrance ticket
- Food
Before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In case the sea is too rough, we will not take any risks and will go to a more accessible island: Islas Blanca, very similar to Islas Palomino.
Cancellation policy
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