Palomino Islands Boat Trip
Palomino Islands Boat Trip
At the scheduled time, we'll meet at the Club Canottieri dock, located in Callao's La Punta Bay. From here, we'll set off on our boat tour around the coast of Callao. After giving you your life jacket, we'll board the boat and set sail through the Peruvian Pacific towards the Palomino Islands.
Before leaving the mainland behind we'll be able to see the Camotal, a part of Callao submerged underwater that can be seen at low tide. As we observe this unique phenomenon, we'll discuss how it came to be.
Afterwards, we'll head out to sea to sail around the archipelago off the coast of Lima. The first island we'll see from the boat will be San Lorenzo Island, which currently houses a naval base and is also the largest island in Peru.
We'll then continue sailing and pass by Frontón Island, where we'll be able to see the remains of an old prison. You should also be able to spot the Cavinzas Islands, which are a haven for seabirds such as pelicans, blue-footed boobies, and red-legged cormorants. We'll also see an ecological area inhabited by different types of birds native to this area such as Peruvian gulls and Humboldt penguins.
Next, we'll arrive at the highlight of the boat tour: the Palomino Islands. Here, nature reigns supreme as the island boasts a population of sea lions that's almost 8,000 strong.
We'll continue sailing the islands for 20-30 minutes to swim with the sea lions. It'll then be time to set course north and return to the meeting point, where our tour will come to an end 4 hours after our departure.
Animal Sightings
The Palomino Islands are one of the best places in Peru to see sea lions, penguins, and other species. However, animals are unpredictable. The sighting of a greater or lesser number of animal species will depend on various factors such as the weather at the time and the different animals' reproduction and breeding seasons.
More Information
Duration
4 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Boat transport
English–speaking guide
Life jacket
Wetsuit
Not included
Ministry of Environment fee: S/ 11 (US$ 2.90) per person
Food and drinks
Flippers and mask
When to book?
You can book up until 12 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
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Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- Is there a water dispenser.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The activity promotes local production.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
- Promotes local employment.
Provider
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Ecocruceros
Corporate name: MARIA CECILIA PAREDES PIQUE DE ZAVALETA
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Free cancellation
Club Canottieri Pier
