Full Day Tour in Lima Paracas Ica

The full day tour in Lima, Paracas, and Ica offers an exhilarating exploration of Peru’s diverse landscapes and attractions. Travelers can observe vibrant wildlife on a scenic boat ride, then embark on a thrilling desert adventure featuring buggies and sandboarding. With personalized attention, this tour provides an immersive experience that showcases the best of Peru’s natural wonders. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or adrenaline seeker, this tour promises an unforgettable day of discovery.

Key Points

• A full-day tour that covers the highlights of Lima, Paracas, and Ica, including a boat tour of the Ballestas Islands and an adventure in the Huacachina Oasis.
• The tour offers a personalized experience with a maximum group size of 10 travelers, and includes round-trip group transportation.
• Visitors can enjoy artisan winery tastings, sandboarding, and a thrilling desert excursion in buggies.
• Pricing for the tour starts from $142 per person, with additional fees for taxes in Paracas and Huacachina.
• Strict meeting and pickup requirements, with a 4:00 am departure time and a need to arrive by 4:00 am with a bus ticket and ID.

Tour Overview and Highlights

This full-day tour takes travelers on an exciting journey through the stunning landscapes of Lima, Paracas, and Ica.

The tour includes round-trip group transportation, a boat tour of the Ballestas Islands, a visit to an artisan winery for tastings, exploration of the Huacachina Oasis, and a thrilling desert excursion in buggies and sandboarding.

Travelers will experience the diverse natural and cultural wonders of this region, from the coastal islands to the desert landscapes.

With a maximum of 10 travelers per tour, this intimate experience ensures personalized attention and unforgettable memories.

Pricing and Fees

The tour is priced from $142.00 per person. There are some additional fees to consider.

The tour is priced from $142.00 per person. There are some additional fees to consider.

Visitors must pay a S/16.00 per person tourist tax in Paracas and a S/3.60 per person tourist tax in Huacachina.

However, the tour offers free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Buggie services may have reduced time during holidays, so it’s recommended to start the desert excursion between 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm for the best sunset views.

Meeting and Pickup Information

The meeting point for the tour is Transportes Cruz del Sur, located at Av Javier Prado Este 1109 in the La Victoria district of Lima.

Passengers must arrive by 4:00 am with their bus ticket and ID.

Round trip bus tickets will be purchased via WhatsApp prior to the tour.

Departure time is 4:00 am sharp.

If passengers are late, they may miss the tour.

It’s important to note that the meeting point and pickup time are strictly enforced to ensure the tour departs on schedule and all activities can be completed.

Tour Duration and Special Notes

Although the full-day tour is scheduled to run for the entire day, the duration of certain activities, such as the buggie services, may be reduced during peak holiday periods like Holy Week, National Holidays, and New Year’s Eve.

For the best sunset experience, it’s recommended to start the buggie services between 5:00 pm and 5:30 pm.

Plus, please keep in mind the following:

1. The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible.

2. It isn’t recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with serious medical conditions.

3. The maximum group size is 10 travelers.

4. Most travelers are able to participate in the tour activities.

Traveler Requirements and Limitations

This tour isn’t wheelchair accessible and isn’t recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with serious medical conditions.

The tour has a maximum limit of 10 travelers per group. While most travelers can participate, some physical limitations may restrict enjoyment of certain activities, such as buggy rides and sandboarding.

It’s important for prospective travelers to carefully consider their physical abilities before booking this tour. The tour operator aims to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants within the specified requirements and limitations.

Ballestas Islands Excursion

From the tour’s starting point in Lima, travelers embark on a scenic boat ride to the Ballestas Islands.

This wildlife refuge, often called the "Poor Man’s Galapagos," is home to an array of marine life, including:

1. Thousands of sea lions and their playful pups

2. Diverse seabird colonies, such as boobies, pelicans, and Peruvian cormorants

3. Mysterious Candelabra geoglyph, a massive ancient design etched into the cliffs

4. Breathtaking scenery of rugged rock formations and hidden sea caves

The modern sliders ensure a comfortable and up-close experience, allowing travelers to fully enjoy the natural wonders of this captivating destination.

Huacachina Oasis Adventure

After exploring the Ballestas Islands, the tour continues to the captivating Huacachina Oasis.

Nestled amidst golden sand dunes, this desert oasis offers a unique and thrilling experience. Guests will embark on a desert excursion in buggies, soaring over the dunes and enjoying the breathtaking views.

Nestled in golden dunes, the desert oasis offers a unique and thrilling experience with buggies soaring over breathtaking views.

For the adventurous, sandboarding down the towering dunes is a must-try activity. The tour also includes a visit to one of the local artisan wineries, where guests can savor the flavors of the region.

With its stunning natural beauty and adrenaline-pumping activities, the Huacachina Oasis is sure to leave a lasting impression.

The Sum Up

This full-day tour offers a diverse and exciting exploration of Peru’s stunning landscapes. Travelers can observe wildlife on the Ballestas Islands, then embark on a thrilling desert adventure in Huacachina, complete with buggy rides and sandboarding. The personalized attention and small group size make this an ideal way to experience the region’s natural wonders.