GROUP TOUR

Ballestas Islands & Reserve in One Day Experience

  • 5.0 (941)

All of Paracas in one day! Paracas Candelabra, Ballestas Islands, beaches, cliffs, and the Reserve’s best views, one tour, the full experience.

$30.00

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Duration

6 hours APROX

Schedules

8:00 AM Fixed hours

Group size

Flexible

Physical

Medium low 40.0%

Includes

  • Tickets (Approximately $8.00)
  • Boat and Group Mobility
  • English and Spanish speaking guide
  • Luggage storage service available at the meeting point
  • Transfer Hotel to office (Optional)
  • Food and drinks

Itinerary

  • START Office Trekker (First tour)
  • 8:00 AM

We welcome you to the Trekker office, where our team will give you a brief introduction to the day’s experience. Then, we’ll board our boats, fully equipped and with all the necessary safety measures to enjoy the adventure alongside our onboard guide.

  • Paracas Candelabra

We will sail towards the enigmatic Candelabro, a gigantic figure etched into the sand with an unknown origin. Here, theguide will share facts and theories about its meaning whilewe enjoy the first panoramic views of the bay.

  • Ballestas Islands

Then, we’ll head out to the Ballestas Islands to see sea lions, seabirds, and Humboldt penguins. The route includes rock formations, natural arches, and sea-carved caves—perfect spots for stunning photos.

Observation of marine fauna!

  • END Tourist Dock
  • 10:00 AM

After exploring the islands, we will begin our return to the Paracas tourist dock. We will finish the tour with one last view of the ocean and the opportunity to ask the guide any final questions.

  • STAR Office Trekker (Second Tour)
  • 11:00 AM

We’ll have 50 minutes free to have breakfast and get ready for the next tour to the Paracas National Reserve. At 10:50 a.m., we’ll meet at the office to board the tourist bus. As we head towards the reserve, the guide shares interesting facts about the area, and the road begins to amaze us with its unique landscapes.

  • Viewpoint The Cathedral

First stop of the route to admire the remains of this imposing rock formation, sculpted by the force of the wind and the sea. A place full of natural history and spectacular views that mark the beginning of the journey.

  • Viewpoints of Supay and Santa María

Mandatory pause to contemplate incredible panoramas of the desert that merges with the ocean. From these natural viewpoints, you will feel the immensity of Paracas while you take photos that look like they were taken from another planet.

  • Isthmus Viewpoint

A panoramic spot that perfectly captures the contrast between desert, sea, and sky. From here, you can admire the narrow strip of land that connects two great parts of the Reserve —a place that shows the true geography and beauty of Paracas.

  • Red beach

One of the most impressive jewels of the Reserve, famous for its reddish sand, product of the erosion of ancient volcanic rocks. A unique place to capture incredible photos and enjoy a landscape that combines sea, cliffs and desert.

  • La Mina beach

One of the quietest and most charming of the Reserve. Perfect to relax, take a dip in clear waters and enjoy the sun surrounded by natural formations and a unique atmosphere facing the sea.

Option to bathe on the beach!

  • Lagunillas beach

A perfect corner to rest by the sea and enjoy the local atmosphere. If it provokes you, you can try a snack or lunch in one of the restaurants with a direct view of the ocean.

Option to have lunch in front of the sea (Not included)

  • FINALIZATION Entrance el Chaco
  • 3:00 PM

We return to the entrance of El Chaco after an unforgettable tour of the Paracas Reserve, bringing you not only photos, but also unique memories of a destination that leaves a mark.

  • Our itinerary is subject to change

Important information

Cancellation policy
  • - More than 48 hours before the tour: 100% refund or date change at no additional cost
  • - Between 24 and 48 hours before the tour: A penalty of 50% of the total cost of the tour will be applied.
  • - Less than 24 hours before the tour: No refund or rescheduling will be granted.
  • - No-show (absence without prior notice): No refund or date change will be granted.
  • - Pregnant women
  • - People prone to dizziness
  • - Babies under 1 year old
  • - If the weather conditions are dangerous, the tour will be postponed or canceled
  • - Some animals may be sensitive to flash photography
  • - If you are prone to seasickness, avoid eating a large meal before departure