Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Public transportation options are available nearby

FOOD & CASH: Please bring cash (local currency). We’ll stop for breakfast on the way to Paracas or before the boat tour, and you may need cash for meals or personal expenses during the day.

OFFICIAL DOCUMENT. Please make sure to carry the same identification document (passport) you used to enter Peru during the tour, as it may be required for verification at highway checkpoints.(Police)

TOUR DURATION & FLEXIBILITY: Get ready for a full-day adventure (17+ hours). This is a dynamic experience, and timings may vary due to: Traffic (especially in Lima) Weather conditions Operational factors We truly appreciate your flexibility, good attitude, and patience throughout the day.

SPECIAL DATES: 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 & Sandboard (Huacachina) only 1 hour (all operators)

HUACACHINA EXPERIENCE: The dune buggy and sandboarding are a combined 2-hour experience, including stops for photos and to enjoy the landscape. Please note that this takes place in a natural desert environment. It is not recommended for people with reduced mobility, as walking on sand dunes is part of the experience and can be physically demanding.

BEFORE YOUR TOUR To ensure everything runs smoothly from the start, please confirm your pick-up location (based on your chosen experience) and your WhatsApp number with us before your tour date. We'll do a final check at 8:00 PM the day before your tour, so having your details correct allows us to organize everything properly and avoid any last-minute issues. At that same time (8:00 PM), we'll send you all the important information for your trip, including the exact pick-up time (meeting point or hotel, depending on your selected experience) and the group link, directly to the WhatsApp number you provided when booking. Since WhatsApp is our primary and only communication channel, we kindly ask that you have it downloaded, activated, and working at least one day in advance. This helps us keep everything clear, connected, and running smoothly for everyone.

RETURN TO LIMA: Your return to Lima is estimated to be around 11:45 PM, but this could be delayed depending on traffic and other external factors. For this reason, we strongly recommend that you do not book flights on the same day, as we cannot guarantee an exact arrival time. The airline is not responsible for missed flights. We ask for your understanding and flexibility.

RETURN AND DROP-OFF: We will re-enter Lima via: Barranco → Miraflores → San Isidro (Hotel & meeting point according to your experience selection). Drop-off times may be later than expected, especially on weekends due to heavy traffic.

BALLESTAS ISLAND TOUR: This is a shared group experience on a speedboat with other travelers. It’s mainly a scenic and photographic tour, lasting around 2 hours. The guide onboard is officially certified and bilingual, but due to the nature of the experience (boat speed, wind, and noise), audio clarity may sometimes be limited.

WHAT TO BRING: To make the most of your day, we recommend bringing a few essentials: Sunscreen (the sun is strong all year round ☀️), Sunglasses, A bandana (very helpful for the desert wind), Closed shoes for sandboarding Light, comfortable clothing for warm weather, A light jacket for the boat ride (it can get windy and a bit cold). If you forget anything, don’t worry — you’ll have the chance to purchase some of these items in Paracas or Huacachina along the way

SANDBOARDING EXPERIENCE: Please note that sandboarding takes place in a natural desert environment. It is not recommended for individuals with reduced mobility, as walking on sand dunes is part of the experience and can be physically demanding.

Classic Experience: This option includes (Pick-up and drop-off at our meeting point, activities such as a Ballestas Islands tour, a visit to a local vineyard in Ica for Pisco and wine tasting, lunch at the vineyard, a buggy tour, and sandboarding. It does not include (entrance fees, taxes, and meals).

Premium Sunset Experience: This option includes (pick-up and drop-off at your hotel), activities such as a Ballestas Islands tour, a visit to a local vineyard in Ica for Pisco and wine tasting, lunch at the vineyard, a buggy tour, sandboarding, a magical sunset picnic and bonfire, entrance fees and taxes, and safety helmets. It does not include (meals and drinks).

Comfort Adventure Experience: This option includes (pick-up and drop-off at your hotel), activities such as an ATV/mini buggy tour in Paracas, a visit to a local vineyard in Ica for Pisco and wine tasting, lunch at the vineyard, a buggy tour and sandboarding with sunset views, entrance fees and taxes, and safety helmets. Safety helmets. Meals not included.

PICK UP INFORMATION: Your exact pickup time and group link will be sent via WhatsApp at 8:00 PM the night before your tour. Please make sure you have WhatsApp downloaded, active, and working, as this is our main and only communication channel before and during the tour. Pickup times may vary depending on the day and number of scheduled pickups. Due to traffic and logistics, there may be delays of 15–20 minutes. We kindly ask for your patience and understanding.

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

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A full refund will apply if you cancel at least a day before the activity start time

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and drinks. Bring local currency

Local Taxes (16 soles / $4 USD Ballestas Island and 9 soles / $3 USD Huacachina) Classic Experience

Rental Stand sandboard / Ski. USD 15.00 per person

2 hour Ballestas Islands Boat Trip: Classic & Premium Experience

Comfortable Bus with Air Conditioning, clean restroom, USB Ports, and a large storage room.

Dune buggy & sandboarding experience. Artesanal Sandboard: All Experiences

Fees & Entrances: Only Comfort & Premium Experience

Mini Buggy / ATV in Paracas. Instead Ballestas Island: Only Comfort Experience

Safety first: Helmets during the buggy and sandboarding. All experiences

Transportation from Lima (meeting point or hotel pick-up depending on option experience)

Upgrade a Comfort Experience: Hotel pick-up & drop-off, All Classic inclusions, Taxes included, ATV

Upgrade a Premium Sunset Experience: Hotel pick-up & drop-off, Sunset picnic , Bonfire experience

Wine and Pisco Tour/Tasting at CULTUR PISCO. All Experiences

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Escape the city and discover two of Peru’s most iconic landscapes in one unforgettable day.

Travel along the Pacific coast to the stunning Islas Ballestas, where you’ll witness sea lions, penguins, and dramatic coastal formations up close. Continue your journey into the desert and arrive at the breathtaking oasis of Huacachina, a natural lagoon surrounded by towering sand dunes.

Along the way, enjoy a stop in Ica to experience local flavors with a traditional wine and pisco tasting, giving you a true sense of the region’s culture.

Then, get ready for pure adrenaline as you ride across the dunes in a dune buggy and try sandboarding, one of the most exciting activities in Peru.

As the day comes to an end, witness a spectacular sunset over the desert — a moment that turns this journey into a truly unforgettable experience.

Paracas & Huacachina Day Trip from Lima with Sunset Experience

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