Epic Paracas & Huacachina - Day Trip From Lima
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Overview
EPIC DAY TRIP FROM LIMA - 5 Great experiences: Boat tour around the Ballestas Islands (cute penguins, sea lions, migratory birds, and more). Authentic local experience "wine and Pisco tasting". Try local wines the famous Pisco (liquor made from grapes) and accompany this activity with a delicious local lunch (optional). Get on board, fast your seat belt, and tour the impressive dunes of the Ica desert by buggy, grab your sandboard, slide face down the dunes, and be surprised by the beautiful sunset in the middle of a vast desert.

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Epic Paracas & Huacachina - Day Trip From Lima
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Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Wine and Pisco Tour/Tasting at CULTUR PISCO one of the best vineyards in Peru
- Hotel or Hostel Pick-up Barranco / Miraflores/ San Isidro. From 5am to 5.45am
- 2 hour Ballestas Islands Boat Trip.
- Luxury Bus with Air Conditioning, clean restroom, USB Ports, and a large storage room.
- Certified Guide On Board with fluent English and Spanish
- 2 Hour Dune Buggy and Sandboarding. Artesanal Sandboard included
- Hotel Drop Off: San Isidro/ Miraflores / Barranco. 11.30pm approx.
What's not Included
- Rental Stand sandboard / Ski.
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and drinks. Bring local currency
- Local Taxes (16 soles / $4 USD Paracas and 4 soles / $1 USD Huacachina) Total Soles 20
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Good to Know: The dune buggy adventure and sandboarding are a combined, dynamic experience. You'll enjoy both thrilling activities within a single 2-hour tour, with dedicated pauses for capturing stunning photos of your journey.
- Your journey concludes with an estimated arrival back in Lima around 11:30 p.m. To ensure convenient drop-offs, we will enter the city through the vibrant district of Barranco, followed by Miraflores, and will complete the route in San Isidro. Please note that drop-off times can be later than anticipated, particularly on weekends due to heavy traffic. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to get everyone safely to their final destination.
- IMPORTANT: Pickup Information - Please Read Carefully Your exact pickup time will be sent via the booking platform the night before your tour, along with the group link. Please note: As we coordinate multiple hotel pickups across the city, traffic conditions may cause delays of 15-20 minutes. Our drivers prioritize safety while completing the scheduled route. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
- Please bring cash/local currency. We will stop for breakfast on the way to Paracas or perhaps take some time here before the boat tour, also for any needs you may have during the day.
- Warm weather all year round. Jacket for speedboat ride Ballestas Islands, cold breeze. Closed footwear for Sandboarding.
- Bring sunglasses, bandana, very important for the desert. Lots of sandy wind. You can purchase them except in Paracas or Huacachina. Bring also sunscreen, it is hot all year round in Paracas and Huacachina.
- All essential tour details, including your precise pickup time and a link to join our travel group, will be sent via WhatsApp the evening before your tour at 8 p.m. To ensure a smooth start to your adventure, please have WhatsApp downloaded and active on your phone at least one day prior. This is our primary and only method for sharing these important last-minute updates. We look forward to connecting with you!
- "Important Notice: This tour concludes upon arrival in Lima, and we cannot guarantee a specific arrival time due to factors beyond our control such as traffic and unforeseen delays. For this reason, we strongly advise against booking this tour if you have a domestic or international flight scheduled on the same day. The company cannot be held responsible for missed flights."
- Get ready for an incredible, full-day adventure! This tour is packed with amazing sights and has an estimated duration of 17 hours or more. To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone, we want to let you know that our schedule may occasionally be affected by things like Lima's famous traffic or other unforeseen circumstances. We truly appreciate your flexibility and can't wait to show you the best of the city!"
- Very important. On holidays such as Easter Weekend from April 6 to 9 and from July 28 to 30, celebration of Independence Day in Peru: Pick-ups will be made 1 hour before usual hours. The activities of the Ballestas Islands will be only 1 hour and 30 minutes (all operators) and Dune buggy & Sandabord (Huacachina) only 1 hour (all operators)
- To ensure a seamless and pleasant start to your tour, please confirm your pick-up location and WhatsApp number with us before the day of your trip. Our final confirmation call is at 8:00 p.m. the night before. Having your correct details allows us to provide you with a smooth, hassle-free experience.
- VERY IMPORTANT: One day in advance. For any booking made after 10 pm, we recommend confirming your reservation by calling our emergency number +51 932 633 770. We may have already shared the information and arranged the pick-up schedule for the following day.
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