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Paracas & Huacachina: Desert Oasis Adventure
4.9
5,489 Ratings
Miraflores
Embark on a thrilling Lima Full Day Tour to Paracas and Huacachina Oasis. Discover the stunning Ballestas Islands, home to diverse wildlife, before experiencing the exhilaration of adventure on the massive sand dunes of Huacachina.
Embark on a thrilling Lima Full Day Tour to Paracas and Huacachina Oasis. Discover the stunning Ballestas Islands, home to diverse wildlife, before experiencing the exhilaration of adventure on the massive sand dunes of Huacachina.
Duration:
18 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Miraflores - For those choosing the Meeting Point option, please be across from the JW Marriott hotel (Malecon de la Reserva 615, Miraflores) by 5:30 am, near the small information kiosk. For Pickup/Dropoff & Premium options, we will pick you up directly from your hotel in central Lima (pickup time will be confirmed the day before). Enjoy a…
- Miraflores - For those choosing the Meeting Point option, please be across from the JW Marriott hotel (Malecon de la Reserva 615, Miraflores) by 5:30 am, near the small information kiosk. For Pickup/Dropoff & Premium options, we will pick you up directly from your hotel in central Lima (pickup time will be confirmed the day before). Enjoy a comfortable ride on our spacious bus equipped with A/C, USB ports, and an onboard restroom as we head south along the Pacific coast.
- Islas Ballestas - Embark on a 2-hour guided boat tour of the Ballestas Islands (10:00 am–12:00 pm), often referred to as Peru’s “mini Galapagos.” Witness sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and thousands of seabirds in their natural environment, along with the renowned Candelabra geoglyph. With some luck, you might even see a dolphin or two!
- Ica - Following Paracas, proceed to a local pisco vineyard to discover how Peruvian pisco is crafted and sample the various types produced there. You will have time to enjoy lunch and savor local cuisine! (lunch not included).
- Huacachina Oasis - Head to Huacachina, where you will have some leisure time before embarking on the buggy and sandboarding tour, allowing you to explore the oasis.
- Huacachina - Experience the thrill of riding up the dunes in a buggy, sandboarding down, and concluding with a breathtaking desert sunset! This unique adventure takes place in the only natural desert oasis in South America. These activities are included with the Premium Option. If you have booked the Meeting Point or Pickup/Dropoff, you can choose to add these activities with your guide on the bus.
- Miraflores - Depart Huacachina around 7:00 pm and return to Lima between 11:30–11:45 pm. Meeting Point travelers will be dropped off where the tour started; Pickup/Dropoff and Premium travelers will be returned directly to their hotel.
What's Included
- Visit to a local pisco vineyard with pisco tasting
- Roundtrip with Air Conditioning, clean restroom, USB Ports, and a large storage room
- Dune Buggy and Sandboarding Tour (with Premium Option Only)
- 2 hour Guided Ballestas Islands Boat Trip in Paracas
- Local Tax 16 PEN in Paracas, 8 PEN in Huacachina (with Premium Option Only)
- Free time to…
- Visit to a local pisco vineyard with pisco tasting
- Roundtrip with Air Conditioning, clean restroom, USB Ports, and a large storage room
- Dune Buggy and Sandboarding Tour (with Premium Option Only)
- 2 hour Guided Ballestas Islands Boat Trip in Paracas
- Local Tax 16 PEN in Paracas, 8 PEN in Huacachina (with Premium Option Only)
- Free time to explore Huacachina Oasis
- Pick up and drop off (with Pickup/Dropoff & Premium Options)
- Bilingual professional tour guide
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
Amazing & Genuine Day Trip from Lima to Paracas and Huacachina at Local Rates!
This day trip from Lima offers the following amazing experiences:
- An unforgettable visit to the Huacachina Desert Oasis with ample free time to explore the Oasis.
- An exciting Dune Buggy ride and Sandboarding adventure, concluding with a breathtaking Sunset view in…
Amazing & Genuine Day Trip from Lima to Paracas and Huacachina at Local Rates!
This day trip from Lima offers the following amazing experiences:
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An unforgettable visit to the Huacachina Desert Oasis with ample free time to explore the Oasis.
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An exciting Dune Buggy ride and Sandboarding adventure, concluding with a breathtaking Sunset view in the heart of the Desert.
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A journey to the Ballestas Islands in Paracas! Witness Sea Lions, Penguins, and more in their natural environment.
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A tour of a local pisco vineyard to discover the pisco-making process and sample various types.
We exclusively use large, comfortable buses, unlike other budget operators who use smaller minivans.
With over 1,500 Tripadvisor reviews, we are the #1 ranked budget operator!
- Please bring breakfast with you (direct bus).
- Please don’t be late, as bus must leave on time to do Ballestas Islands at 10:00 am.
- Bring sunscreen, it is hot all year round in Paracas and Huacachina.
- Food is not included, although we have discounts in many restaurants.
- See itinerary for hour by hour plan.
- Warm weather all year round. Light-weight jumper/jacket for speedboat ride to Ballestas. Closed-toe footwear for Sandboarding.
- Minimum age is 7 years
- The bus will arrive back in Lima, at JW Marriott at around 11:30 pm
- The tour runs with slight adjustments during the following holidays: Easter weekend (April 2-5) and Peru’s Independence Day celebrations (July 25-28). The pick-up time will be 1 hour before the usual time.
Location
JW Marriott Hotel Lima
Malecón de la Reserva
Passengers must be ready OPPOSITE the JW Marriott hotel, Mal. de la Reserva 615, Miraflores, from 05:30 am (wait near the small information kiosk).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Taliya_k
Mar 21, 2026
Seamless execution! - Everything was executed exactly as outlined in the description! It is a long day, but absolutely worth it for the experience. Aymeth was a phenomenal guide—knowledgeable, professional, and so much fun to be around - like a sister. Every detail was handled perfectly, making for a truly seamless and memorable adventure. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
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Christianeah4813vv
Mar 20, 2026
Amazing Adrenaline and Animal viewing experience - This trip was truly amazing!
We started by setting off at about 6 in the morning from Lima in a nice airconditioned bus with leg rests, so I a fell asleep almost straight away and slept all the way to our first stop in Paracas, we where then guided to our first activity, with a boat ride out to the incredible habitats of sealions penguins and so many different species of birds and other marine life at the Islas ballestas. We paid the tax of 7 dollars on the bus before we arrived. So we could just walk right inn without having to queue, which was great! The guide was amazing constantly giving us information about all the different animals and behaviour, and the captain also got us really close to the animals and the islands which was amazing. After the boat tour, we got back in the bus and headed to an amazing lunch full of local dishes, these we also preordered on the bus, so they were ready as soon as we sat down, which was great! These we paid for after eating and they do take card. The portion sizes where huge by the way. Afterwards we had a really entertaining wine and pisco tasting, which was free, before setting off to the Ica oasis for our sandboarding adventures! This one we also booked online in the bus 10$ for 1 hour or 20$ for 2 hours, It was incredibly fun. With this tour the «bodyboard» sandboard is included but if you want to do the stabding sandboard you will have to rent it onse you get to the Oasis. It was really fun and we ended the trip there with an amazing sunset in the dunes!
All our guides were amazing, and the driver of the bus drove so comfortably. Thank you especially to Fiorella for being an excellent organiser, we never had to wait in any queues, and got our food when we arrived at location thanks to her planning. She even got us a pack of popcorn each on our ride back home. I can truly not recommend this tour enough.
And I will also tips you to bring sunscreen, hats, glasses and a buff. The sun is searing snd if you forget to bring it there are plenty of locals that will try to sell it to you, but trust me you will need it. And also this trip is perfect if you are a solo traveller like myself, as there are plenty of other solo travellers as well so you are bound to make friends! :)
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Marketak551
Mar 20, 2026
Perfect day - I had an amazing experience visiting Paracas and Huacachina—definitely one of the highlights of my time in Peru!
The day started early, but it was absolutely worth it. In Paracas, the boat tour to the Ballestas Islands was incredible. We saw sea lions, penguins, and so many birds up close in their natural habitat. The scenery along the coast was stunning, and the whole experience felt very well organized and safe.
After that, we continued to Huacachina, which is such a unique and beautiful place. The oasis surrounded by huge sand dunes looks like something out of a movie. The dune buggy ride was so much fun—full of adrenaline—and sandboarding down the dunes was an unforgettable experience. Watching the sunset over the desert was the perfect way to end the day. Everything ran smoothly, the guide Fio were friendly and knowledgeable, and the activities were well planned. Even though it’s a long day, it never felt boring because there’s always something exciting happening.
I would highly recommend this trip to anyone visiting Peru. It’s the perfect combination of nature, adventure, and incredible views!
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Sateeshk2026
Mar 20, 2026
Best experience ever! - Enjoyed a full day tour with an amazing group, and guide Fiorella made the experience truly unforgettable. Highly recommend!
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Swissp2026
Mar 20, 2026
A day out - From the beginning to the end excellent . Got knowledge, aymeth my guide is a happy person and that is contagious. An all day experience.
Starting with the boat to the islands, marine, dune buggy excellent
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T1139pekarolinas
Mar 20, 2026
An unforgettable day in Lima - So much fun, definitely recommend if you have a spare day in Lima. Fio was a huge help, made the experience even smoother and more fun.
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Resort06604797786
Mar 20, 2026
10/10 - props to the team!!! - Amazing amazing experience. 10/10. Definitely worth the money, and the early wake up! The staff are all great, especially Fio our amazing tour guide, the guy at the wine tasting I forget who got us drunk and the driver in our buggy - Don Julio!! Thanks again
Cam, Chae
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Onair642547
Mar 20, 2026
No brainer! Just do it if you are looking for a day trip. - Amazing! Just do it. It is a day fully packed with history, adventure, shopping, alcohol, everything. We did it with my girlfriend and two other friends and we all loved it. Fio, our tour guide, was great! I highly recommend this trip.
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Tking007
Mar 20, 2026
Seamless Execution! - Everything was executed exactly as outlined in the description! It is a long day, but absolutely worth it for the experience. Aymeth was a phenomenal guide—knowledgeable, professional, and so much fun to be around. Every detail was handled perfectly, making for a truly seamless and memorable adventure. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
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Alexanderrf9539mz
Mar 20, 2026
Great!! Definitely will repeat. - Everything was great!! The guide Fiorella is outstanding at what she does!! Fully recommended to everyone.
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