Paracas Private Day Trips
Description
Enhance your time in Paracas by securing one of our tailored private excursions. You will have the chance to explore remarkable locations in this region of Peru with a dedicated guide just for you, your family, or friends.
Private Day Excursions in Paracas
For those spending some days in Paracas and wishing to discover its stunning surrounding areas, our private day excursions are ideal! Each tour lasts between 2 to 5 hours and includes hotel pickup and drop-off, private vehicle transportation, and a guide fluent in English.
Ballestas Islands (3 hours)
After being collected from your accommodation, we'll head to the port to board a shared speedboat. As we navigate Paracas Bay, admire the enigmatic Paracas Candelabra, whose origins continue to baffle experts. Upon reaching the Ballestas Islands, we'll disembark to observe various families of Humboldt penguins, sea lions, and native bird species like the Inca terns and blue-footed boobies.
Schedule: This excursion commences at 7:30 am, following a route similar to that of the Ballestas Islands tour.
Ballestas Islands + Paracas National Reserve (5 hours 30 minutes)
The initial portion of this excursion mirrors the previous one. Following our visit to the Ballestas Islands, you'll have a 30-minute break to grab a bite before we move on to the Paracas National Reserve. Here, you can explore fascinating fossils and striking rock formations, such as the Cathedral. Afterward, we will wander through the area's desert landscapes and visit Roja and Yumaque beaches.
Schedule: This trip also begins at 7:30 am, following a route similar to that observed in the Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve tour.
Paracas National Reserve (2 hours 30 minutes)
We will embark on a trip to the Paracas National Reserve and make our way to the Visitor Centre to gain insights into the diverse flora and fauna protected in this area. Following that, we will explore unique rock formations like the Cathedral and traverse through the desert. We will pause to enjoy the views at Roja and Yumaque beaches before returning to your hotel.
Schedule: This tour initiates at 9 am and will follow a route akin to the Paracas National Reserve tour.
California Desert Buggy Adventure (2 hours)
Upon picking you up from your lodging, we'll make our way to Adrenarena Park. From here, you'll experience the California Desert on buggies. We will navigate the smaller dunes, ranging from 16 feet (5 meters) to 33 feet (10 meters) in height, before tackling the towering dunes reaching 492 feet (150 meters). Are you prepared for an exhilarating experience?
We will pause at various dunes for photographs, sand walks, and to try sandboarding, the desert's favorite sport.
Schedule: This adventure begins at 8 am.
Ica & Huacachina (5 hours)
Once we've fetched you from your hotel, we'll journey to an artisanal winery in Ica. Here, you can learn about the region's winemaking heritage and sample some of their offerings. Next, a visit to the Regional Museum of Ica awaits, offering insights into the prominent civilizations of the area. We will continue with a sightseeing tour of the city, culminating at the breathtaking Huacachina Oasis nestled in the desert.
Schedule: This excursion kicks off at 9 am, with an itinerary mirroring that of the Ica and Huacachina day trip.
Pisco Journey (5 hours)
We will collect you from your hotel and proceed to the El Catador artisanal winery. Upon arrival, you can sample various wines and piscos. Our next destination will be the Tacama industrial winery, where we will stroll through their expansive vineyards and production area dedicated to liqueur-making.
Schedule: This journey commences at 9 am.
Morón Oasis (4 hours)
After a drive to the district of Humay, we will navigate the desert to reach the Morón Oasis. This natural treasure is located amid sand dunes and features the Morón Lagoon with its crystal-clear waters. Did you know that this lagoon resembles a map of Peru?
You will enjoy some leisure time to participate in activities like sandboarding. Afterward, we will reconvene for a picnic lunch by the lagoon’s shores.
Schedule: This trip starts at 8 am.
Benefits of Booking a Private Excursion
By selecting a private day trip, you'll have an exclusive guide for your group, ensuring a more personalized experience. You will have the flexibility to choose your preferred route and day of the week that accommodates your schedule best.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Transport by minibus
- English–speaking guide
- Picnic lunch (only on the Morón Oasis trip)
- Private and exclusive tour, with no one else in your group
What's not included
- Lunch
- Port taxes: 16PEN per person
- Entry to the Paracas National Reserve: 15PEN per person
- Entry to the Museum of Ica: 10PEN per person
Cancellation policy
Rimborso del 25.0% se cancelli almeno 24 ore prima (local time)
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 72 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation. An accompanying person is required.
Important information
The guide will pick you up from your hotel in Paracas at the scheduled time.
Please be ready in the hotel reception 10 minutes early.
Important to note
You must take into account that in the Ballestas Islands excursions, the boat will be shared. The boats have a capacity for 22 people, and the rest of the transport however will be 100% private (exclusive bus and guide only for your group).
Entrance fees and taxes not included
On the day of the activity, you must bring Peruvian soles in cash to pay for the entrance fees not included; credit or debit cards are not accepted.
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