Ballestas Islands & Paracas National Reserve Day Trip

8 / 10

7 reviews | 130 travellers

Everything correct and very competent staff.

10 Alberto Galán

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Sea lions, penguins, pelicans and many more animals await on our unforgettable day trip to the Ballestas Islands and the Paracas National Reserve from Lima!

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Sea lions, penguins, pelicans and many more animals await on our unforgettable day trip to the Ballestas Islands and the Paracas National Reserve from Lima!

Ballestas Islands & Paracas National Reserve Day Trip

At the designated time, we'll meet at the Cruz del Sur bus station in Lima. From there, we'll set off on a 4-hour bus ride to Paracas, a beautiful natural area.

When we reach our destination, we'll go to the harbour and board a speedboat. Our speedboat will take us across the sea to the Ballestas Islands. Keep your eyed peeled for lots of animals when we arrive!

We'll be able to spot colonies of sea lions, Humboldt penguins and many other birds endemic to this area. During our day trip, we'll also see the Paracas Candelabra, a mysterious geoglyph related to the famous Nazca Lines.

After 2 hours, we'll return to the mainland and continue on to the Paracas National Reserve. We'll explore its salt roads and get up close to the elegant flamingos that inhabit the area. Our next stop will be Lagunillas Beach to admire its beautiful landscape.

Having reconvened, we'll return to Lima and say our goodbyes 16.5 hours later.

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Duration

16h 30m.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Transport by bus

Speedboat tour

English–speaking guide

Access fee for the Ballestas Islands

When to book?

You can book up until 36 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

Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets. An accompanying person is required.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.

Sustainability Code

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.

No single-use plastics are used.

The indigenous community participates in the management of the activity.

No printing of documentation required.

Promotes local employment.

Has a gender equality policy.

Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Peru Inkasico

Corporate name: EMPRESA DE SERVICIOS TURISTICOS MULTIPLES PERU INKASICO S.A.C.

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Pets

Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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.

Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?

A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.

If you have any other questions please contact us.
Cancellations

Cancellations

If you cancel 48 hours before the activity starts, we will refund you 50%. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.
Meeting point

Meeting point

Cruz del Sur bus station.

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Reviews

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2 out of 7 reviews

8 / 10

8 7 reviews | 130 travellers

8

Aug / 09 / 2023

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Pedro Antonio

Spain

La excursión a las Islas Ballestas excelente. Un gran guía (Ángel) y un barco muy bien llevado. La excursión a la Reserva Nacional de Paracas regular. El minivan de transporte era viejísimo y las explicaciones y tiempos en cada parada un poco irregulares y arbitrarias. Creo que merece más la pena visitar la Reserva sin guía. Translate this opinion into English.

The excursion to the Ballestas Islands is excellent. A great guide (Angel) and a very well run boat. The regular excursion to the Paracas National Reserve. The transport minivan was very old and the explanations and times at each stop a bit irregular and arbitrary. I think it is more worth visiting the Reserve without a guide. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with teenagers

10

May / 01 / 2024

A

Alberto Galán Merino

Madrid, Spain

Todo correcto y personal muy competente. Translate this opinion into English.

Everything correct and very competent staff. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with teenagers

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