Paracas Full Day Tour to Ballestas Islands and National Reserve

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About this activity

Explore the stunning Ballesta Islands and Paracas National Reserve on a full-day adventure. Start with a boat trip to observe wonderful wildlife, including sea lions and Humboldt penguins, while enjoying natural rock formations such as the Candlestick and the Main Arch.

After a short break, take in the colorful landscapes of the reserve, stopping at spectacular beaches such as Supay Beach with its dark sands, the iconic La Catedral rock formation, and the tranquil La Mina Beach.

This tour includes informative commentary from expert guides and memorable photo opportunities throughout the day.

•Full day tour with boat ride to the Ballestas Islands.

•Visit the stunning beaches and formations of the Paracas National Reserve.

•Feedback from expert guides that enrich the experience.

•Free time to relax and explore at your own pace.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Paracas Holiday

Ages: Children (1–16 years) · Adults (17–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Tourist bus to the Paracas National Reserve.
Included: Speedboat.
Included: Life jacket.
Included: Group service.
Included: English / Spanish guide

Not included

Not included: Admission fees: Tourist income per person.

Itinerary

Las Islas Ballestas

2 hours Admission not included

07 : 45 A.M. Meeting point in office Like Xplorer Peru and transfer to the embarkation point El Muelle, for your first tour. 08:00 A.M. Enter the pier and slider, where you will be provided with life jacket so you can start the tour. During the tour, at each point the guide will narrate the most important and relevant data of the place. First, you will see the impressive figure of El Candelabra, then we will head to Islas Ballestas where you can observe the glove island and appreciate the ancient glove pier, and finally you will observe the different species that inhabit the place such as sea lions, Humboldt penguins and diversity of glove birds, such as the tendril, the guanay, boobies, etc. You will also see the impressive rock formations such as the Profile of Christ and the Main Arch. At each point you can take photos and record videos, and enjoy the scenery. 10 : 00 A. M. approx. Return of the tour.
Paracas National Reserve

4 hours Admission not included

10 : 45 a.m. Reception at the office and transfer for the next tour.

11 :00 a.m. Start the tour of the Paracas National Reserve, crossing the peninsula and appreciating its colorful landscapes and sedimentary formations.

Main points of the tour:

Supay Beach : wide dark sandy beach with strong contrast between yellow cliffs and turquoise sea.

The Cathedral : weathered rock formation with a dome-like shape.

Red Beach : famous for its unique reddish sands in the world.

Playa La Mina : crystal clear and calm waters, ideal for swimming and taking panoramic photographs.

Playa Lagunillas : ideal area to rest and lunch in restaurants facing the sea; calm sea but with presence of hedgehogs.

03 : 00 p.m. approx. Return to El Chaco – Paracas.

End of service.