Private 2-Day Huacachina, Ballestas & Nazca Tour from Lima

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About this activity

Experience the highlights of southern Peru in just two days, without the stress of planning logistics, transportation, or timing. This well designed itinerary is ideal for time conscious travelers who want to see more in less time, while still enjoying comfort and quality service.

Depart from Lima and explore some of Peru’s most iconic landscapes. Ride a dune buggy and try sandboarding in the desert oasis of Huacachina, cruise the wildlife-rich Ballestas Islands, often called the “Galápagos of Peru”, and enjoy a breathtaking scenic flight over the mysterious Nazca Lines.

Traveling with a professional bilingual guide helps you fully understand the history and significance of each destination while overcoming language barriers. With seamless hotel pickup and drop off, comfortable transportation, and well coordinated activities, all you need to do is relax and enjoy the journey while every detail is taken care of.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Salkantay Travel Peru

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Scenic flight over the Nazca Lines
Included: Bilingual guide
Included: 2 hour sandboarding and dune buggy tour with sunset toast
Included: All taxes and fees
Included: Air conditioned transportation
Included: Private ground transportation to and from Nazca (Note: this segment is not guided)
Included: 1 night accommodation
Included: Stay connected with high-speed Wi-Fi onboard (available only through Peru Hop)
Included: Entrance fee: Cantalloc Aqueducts Tour (Nazca)
Included: 2 hour speedboat tour to the Ballestas Islands
Included: Nazca entrance fee
Included: Vineyard visit with Pisco tasting
Included: Onboard restroom available
Included: Hotel pickup and drop off
Included: Nazca airport tax

Not included

Not included: Tips for the guide and drive (optional)
Not included: Additional meals and drinks not mentioned
Not included: Personal expense

Itinerary

Day 1 · Lima – Paracas – Viñedo de Pisco – Huacachina

Lima

5 hours

Start your adventure with an early departure from Lima at 6:00 a.m. Board your comfortable Peru Hop bus, equipped with air conditioning and high speed Wi-Fi, perfect for catching up on messages or sharing your first photos as you travel south along Peru’s stunning Pacific coastline. You’ll arrive at the seaside resort town of Paracas around 10:00 a.m., just in time for your first unforgettable excursion.
Las Islas Ballestas

2 hours Admission included

Board a high-speed boat for an exciting ride to the Ballestas Islands, often referred to as the “Mini Galápagos.” Get up close to sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and large colonies of seabirds, all thriving in their natural habitat. With a bit of luck, you may even spot dolphins swimming nearby. Along the way, admire the mysterious Candelabra geoglyph, etched into the desert cliffside and visible only from the sea
Ica

3 hours

After returning from Paracas, continue inland to a traditional vineyard in the Ica region, the heart of Peru’s pisco industry. Enjoy a guided tour of the distillery, where you’ll learn how this iconic Peruvian spirit is crafted, followed by a tasting of a variety of artisanal piscos. Your expert guide will walk you through each stage of the production process and share the rich history behind this emblematic national drink.
Oasis Huacachina

3 hours Admission included

Around 3:00 p.m., you’ll arrive at the legendary Huacachina Oasis, a palm lined lagoon surrounded by towering sand dunes that create a truly surreal landscape. Enjoy free time to explore, relax by the water, or capture incredible photos in this one of a kind oasis in South America.

Get ready for an adrenaline rush! Hop into a dune buggy and race across the largest sand dunes in South America, then grab a board and slide downhill on a sandboarding adventure. Whether you’re a thrill seeker or a first timer, this experience delivers breathtaking views and nonstop fun, all set against the stunning golden desert scenery of Huacachina.

Day 2 · Huacachina - Nazca - Lima

Huacachina

4 hours

Wake up early and depart the oasis at 7:00 a.m. aboard a private transfer bound for Nazca. Watch the desert scenery gradually transform as you journey into one of Peru’s most mysterious regions. You’ll arrive around 11:00 a.m., just in time for your aerial adventure.
Nasca Lines

40 min Admission included

Fasten your seatbelt for an unforgettable flight over the Nazca Lines, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the air, you’ll witness enormous ancient geoglyphs, such as the monkey, the hummingbird, and many others, mysteriously etched into the desert floor. The views are truly surreal, and with a guaranteed window seat, you won’t miss a single detail.
Acueductos de Nasca

one hour Admission included

Dive deeper into ancient Nazca engineering with an optional visit to the Cantalloc Aqueducts, a remarkable example of pre-Inca design. These spiral stone structures have been channeling underground water through the desert for over 1,500 years and are still in use today, a hidden gem for history lovers.
Nazca

4 hours

After your time in Nazca, sit back and relax on the return journey to Huacachina. You’ll arrive early in the evening, with a short break before your final journey home.
Huacachina

5 hours

At 7:00 p.m., board your comfortable Peru Hop bus equipped with onboard Wi-Fi for the final leg back to Lima, perfect for sharing your best photos from Huacachina and Nazca along the way. Arrival is around 11:30 p.m., just in time to reflect on two unforgettable days of Peruvian adventure.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Casa Samay - Alojamiento
Hotel El Plaza
Hostal Planet II
Hostal Sol de America
Kamana Hotel
Gran Hotel Bolivar
Hotel La Casona
Hotel Paris Lima
San Agustin Riviera Hotel

Pickup location: Your hotel in Lima (please specify your preferred pickup address). We will pick you up at the arrival hall. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead travelers name.