Paracas Islands & Huacachina Oasis Tour: An Epic Exploration of Peru's Coastal Magic

Embark on an incredible adventure along Peru’s coastal strip, visiting the enchanting Paracas Islands and the breathtaking Huacachina Oasis. Discover the rich history, stunning landscapes, and exhilarating sand dune rides.

Duration: 16 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Paracas - Journey by vehicle from Lima to Paracas (3.5 hours), with one restroom stop along the way. Paracas is a top tourist spot in Peru, featuring a bay-shaped beach, an average temperature of 22°C, and minimal rainfall. Activities include exploring various ecosystems, archaeological sites of the Paracas culture, the landing site of San Martin, and observing the rich marine life.
  • Islas Ballestas - Motorboat tour with a certified guide to the Ballestas Islands, home to diverse marine wildlife such as sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and various birds. You’ll also see the famous “Candelabro,” a mysterious geoglyph nearly 2,000 years old.
  • CULTURPISCO - Travel from Paracas to Ica City for a winery visit and Pisco tasting. Sample Peru’s renowned drink, “Pisco,” a brandy distilled from green or purple grapes with at least 42% alcohol content, originating from the province and port of Pisco.
  • Huacachina Oasis - Visit the Huacachina Lagoon, known as the “Oasis of America.” This lagoon exemplifies the unique ecosystem of the Pacific desert ecoregion and the subtropical dry desert life zone. Its name derives from the Quechua term “huaccac china,” meaning “woman’s cry.” Enjoy a buggy tour through the Ica desert dunes, akin to a roller coaster ride in the desert.
  • Lima - Return trip from Ica City to Lima, with one restroom stop along the way.
What's Included
  • Ballestas Islands boat tour (Lifejacket)
  • English speaking Tour guide
  • Pisco and wine tasting (travelers +18)
  • Visit to Paracas bay
  • Visit to the Huacachina Oasis in Ica city, Buggy ride in the desert and sandboarding
  • Private transport Lima-Paracas-Ica-Huacachina-Lima
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
Additional Information

Enjoy this daytrip around the peruvian coast, it is a long (1900 mi) and narrow strip parallel to the Pacific Ocean, characterized by a flat and low-altitude geography. The landscape is very arid, interrupted by 53 rivers that come from the Andean zone and that form the fertile coastal valleys, also has a very rich history because of the remains of some of the pre-columbian civilizations.
Let’s explore the Islands in Paracas and enjoy the Huacachina Oasis with the buddy ride in the sand dunes.

Location
Paracas
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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