Ballestas Islands & Paracas National Reserve Day Trip

Discover the beautiful Ballestas Islands and explore the magnificent Paracas National Reserve on this day trip from Ica.

Ballestas Islands & Paracas National Reserve Day Trip

Between 6 and 7 am, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Ica and depart for the El Chaco pier in Paracas.

Upon arrival, we'll begin a boat tour of the Ballestas Islands, passing the Candelabra, a geoglyph extending nearly 560 feet (170 meters). The voyage lasts approximately two hours, allowing observation of native fauna including Inca terns, sea lions, and Humboldt penguins.

Post-tour, you will have free time for breakfast or a stroll at El Chaco pier before we continue to the Paracas National Reserve. You'll visit the viewpoints of La Catedral, Punta Santa María, and Playa Roja and stop at Lagunilla Beach for lunch on your own, followed by La Mina Beach.

We will return to Ica at 4:30 pm.

Options

You can enhance your experience with the following options:

Paracas National Reserve by minibuggy

Choose this option for a two-hour tour of the Paracas National Reserve in minibuggies. Each minibuggy accommodates up to two people, with free time for lunch at El Chaco pier before returning to Ica at 4:30 pm.

Paracas National Reserve by quad

This option follows the same itinerary but utilizes quads for a two-hour tour. Each quad accommodates one person; children may ride with parents if they are at least 5 years old.

Pickup

Pickup is included from hotels in the center of Ica. If staying far from the city, pickup will be at Plaza de Armas in Ica.