Wildlife at Ballestas Islands, Huacachina Oasis & Buggy Ride
Overview
Experience an unforgettable full-day adventure from Lima that combines incredible wildlife, breathtaking desert landscapes, and Peru's rich pisco heritage. Cruise to the Ballestas Islands, explore the stunning Huacachina Oasis, visit an authentic pisco estate, and end the day with an exhilarating dune buggy ride, sandboarding, and a spectacular desert sunset.
Pick up & Drop off
Leave Lima behind and explore Peru’s picturesque southern coast for a day filled with wildlife, culture, and adventure.
Start with a speedboat excursion to the Ballestas Islands, where you’ll admire the mysterious Candelabro geoglyph and encounter sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and a wide variety of seabirds in their natural habitat.
Continue on to Ica, where you’ll have free time for lunch before relaxing at a charming boutique winery with an oasis-like atmosphere. Discover how Peru’s most famous liqueur is made.
Later, explore the enchanting oasis of Huacachina, a natural lagoon surrounded by towering sand dunes. Take incredible photos before embarking on an unforgettable desert buggy ride and experiencing the thrill of sandboarding. At the end of the day, relax and admire a spectacular sunset over the desert—one of the most unforgettable moments of the trip.
Return to Lima in the afternoon after an incredible day discovering some of Peru’s most iconic coastal landscapes.
Adults:
- From 1 person: 100 USD each.
- Tourist transportation: Lima–Paracas–Ica–Lima
- Professional tour guide in your selected language (English, Spanish, or Portuguese)
- Includes admission ticket to the Ballestas Islands
- Visit the fun Huacachina Lagoon, top pictures here.
- Includes dune buggy ride + sandboarding
- Visit a charming local vineyard for the perfect desert break.
- First-aid kit
- All of our prices included pick up and drop off to your hotel only when it is located in: Miraflores, San Isidro or Barranco. Outside of these areas, we ask that you pay a small fee for your pick up and drop off to your hotel location.
- Note: At the end of your tour, your tour guide will kindly coordinate with our drivers to ensure a smooth return to your hotel, therefore you will arrived safe and happy with your profesional driver but not necessary with your local guide.
- Monday through Sunday at 4:00 a.m.
- Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers
- Bring a water bottle
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- ID
- Camera
- Cash
- Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
