Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve Day Trip

4.6
(2.417 Reviews)

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Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
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Experience Highlights

See a wide variety of seabirds and marine mammals during this excursion to the Ballestas Islands and the Paracas National Reserve. Departing from the port of San Martin and in small groups of about 15 people you will board a motorboat and travel to the area. You will see everything from beautiful desert landscapes to white sandy beaches and much more.

This excursion will last approximately 5 hours .

  • Discover the incredible marine wildlife of the Ballestas Islands with this half-day excursion to the Paracas National Reserve .
  • Climb aboard a motorboat in small groups of about 15 people.
  • Learn about the history and biodiversity of the area from an expert guide.

What’s included

  • Excursion to the Ballestas Islands and the Paracas National Reserve.
  • Pick up and transfer back from the port of San Martin to the Ballestas Islands.
  • Expert guide.
  • Entrance fee to the Paracas National Reserve to be paid at reception.

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Step by Step

Embark on an exciting excursion to the Ballestas Islands and sail through the waters of the Pacific Ocean to reach the islands and the Paracas National Reserve . Your day will start from the port of San Martin and in small groups of about 15 people.

On board of a motorboat and together with an expert guide you will sail along the Pacific Ocean. Along the way you will enjoy breathtaking views of the coastline and see seabirds such as boobies, pelicans and seagulls . On the way you will stop at the Paracas Peninsula to see the enigmatic figure of the Candelabro.

Arriving at the Ballestas Islands, you will enjoy a breathtaking landscape inhabited by birds and sea lions . You will see colonies of sea lions resting on rocks, as well as Humboldt penguins, cormorants and also guanayes . After exploring the islands, your excursion will continue to the Paracas National Reserve. Here you will see desert landscap es and beautiful white sandy beaches. You will also be able to observe migratory birds that visit the reserve, such as flamingos and herons.

Throughout the tour, you will be accompanied by an expert guide who will provide you with interesting information about the history and biodiversity of the area . You will learn about the importance of the conservation of these protected areas and also about the efforts being made to preserve their flora and fauna.

In addition to all this, you will also be provided with a bottle of water for hydration. At the end of the excursion, you will enjoy the trip back to port .

Reviews

4.6
· 2.417 Reviews
  • G
    G. U.
    4
    I went with my brother to the Ballestas Islands and the Paracas National Reserve, which was amazing! We saw a lot of animals and landscapes from another world.
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    T. B.
    4
    The tour was amazing, we got to see the marine wildlife up close and the desert landscapes are breathtaking, highly recommended!
  • T
    T. H.
    5
    I loved this tour because I was able to see so many marine animals up close. It was an unforgettable adventure on my trip to Peru.
  • A
    A. L.
    5
    The excursion to the Ballestas Islands and the Paracas National Reserve was great, we saw a lot of animals. Highly recommended, don't miss it.

Other Things You Should Know

  • There will be around 15 people taking part in this activity.
  • Not recommended for pregnant women, travellers with back problems and people with heart conditions or other serious medical problems.
  • It is recommended that you wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking.
  • Free admission for children under 3 years old.
  • Babies should sit on an adult's lap.
  • It is recommended that you carry a passport or other identification document with you before boarding.
  • If the arrival of your ship is delayed, it is recommended that you give three to four days' notice so that a new pick-up time can be arranged. It is recommended that you check your email for any changes.
  • In case of cancellation due to adverse weather conditions, you will be offered a change of date or a full refund.

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund

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