Top Lima Outdoor Activities - page 3

Peru's southern coast is home to three very different experiences within a few hours of each other—Pacific marine wildlife at the Ballestas Islands, pisco production in Ica's vineyards, and a desert oasis at Huacachina—but they're far enough from Lima that doing them in one day requires a structured route. This tour links all three with private transport for a seamless day of exploration.

Taste your way through historic Lima on an evening food tour that combines local landmarks with a series of food and drink tastings. Since Lima draws foods and traditions from all around the country, you’ll have the chance to try a wide range of treats, with a local guide to help find the very best versions among the overwhelming options in the city center.

Unlike others, our tour will connect you with the past and present in an unforgettable experience. We start in Paracas, where you will be fascinated with its stunning coastal landscapes, the diversity of exotic birds and the majesty of the Ballestas Islands. Then, in Ica, you will discover the art of pisco in its emblematic wineries and experience the thrill of touring the imposing dunes in a buggy ride. Finally, Huacachina awaits you with its magical atmosphere, an oasis in the middle of the desert ideal for relaxing or sliding on the sand with sandboarding. Don’t miss this unique adventure! Book now and live an unforgettable experience.

Visit the most colorfull district of Peru, Barranco... Barranco is famous for its bridge of sights, its church and its path down to the beach. The district has a very interesting history, bohemian and artistic lifestyle, murals, street art. If you would like to explore the town for 2 hours and learn about the escense of the district, this is the perfect tour. We start our Barranco Tour by the main square talking about the district history. We will continue walking by the famous ''28 de Julio'' street, Here we will share the true meaning of the murals on the district, the murals can share so many stories that can blow your mind. Later, visit the "Bajada de Baños" street, a famous path down to the beach full of plants, trees, art and colors. Here you can cross the famous Bridge of Sights and pass by the Church ''La Hermita''. Finish this fantastic tour by looking at the green coast or coming down to the beach!

Experience a more authentic, less-touristy side of Lima during this half-day, small-group walking tour through the city’s Chorillos and Barranco neighborhoods. Observe the hum of activity in ‘fish town,’ a section of Chorillos that hosts a fish market and a cast of local fishermen, before heading to the nearby cliffs to sample some local snacks. Continue to the increasingly trendy Barranco area to admire colorful mansions and hip art galleries.

Experience the beauty of Lima at night with this private tour of two top attractions. After pickup from your hotel or the airport, travel to the Park of the Reserve to see the world’s largest fountain complex, the Magic Water Circuit, and be amazed at the water, light, and music display. Afterwards, enjoy sightseeing and nighttime photos around the Main Square of Lima.

This hands-on culinary adventure is led by a professional chef. Learn to make beloved traditional dishes including lomo saltado (sauteed beef and vegetables on rice with French fries), causa Limeña (a terrine of seasoned mashed potato and other fillings), and chicha morada (a corn-based non-alcoholic beverage) in a relaxed atmosphere using traditional pots and techniques. Finally, enjoy the lunch or dinner that you helped create!

Discover two of Lima’s most popular and picturesque attractions on an exciting evening tour of the city. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, be transported back to pre-Colombian cultures with the ancient artifacts of the Larco Museum (Museo Larco), and then awaken your senses with a spectacular light and sound show in Lima’s Parque de la Reserva (Park of the Reserve).  Stop off to sample local delicacies and a refreshing pisco sour during your exciting excursion into the night.

Discover Lima's best side on this guided evening tour of the city. Dress up for cocktails at a trendy beachfront bar, enjoy gourmet dining at a restaurant inside of a 2,500-year-old archaeological complex, and finish up with a walking tour of the bohemian Barranco district en route to dessert. This tour includes all food, drinks, and transportation, ensuring a night to remember.

Begin your vacation in Peru the right way with a convenient airport arrival transfer. Enjoy a smooth and stress-free journey to your Lima hotel, skipping crowded taxi ranks and navigating the city's confusing public transport systems. Available seven days a week, 24 hours a day, the transfer will coincide exactly with your arrival flight.

Experience the sights of Lima in the open air on a 2-hour group biking tour. Pedal along flat paths to see a big area of Lima without getting worn out. Perfect for first time visitors or people short on time, the tour gives you a comprehensive overview of the city’s most popular districts: Miraflores and Barranco. Enjoy regular breaks to take photos and ask questions.

Learn about the amazingly diverse creatures that inhabit the coastal areas of Peru during this 4-hour Pantanos de Villa Wildlife Refuge tour in Lima. Admire the refuge’s beautiful collection of birds including Andean coots, Peruvian pelicans, gulls and Great grebes, along with the numerous fish, reptiles and amphibians that also call the site home. Your refuge visit also includes a professional guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Visiting a new place can be really stressful when you don't have your rides to and from the airport planned out as you can end up waiting hours for a ride. This Lima Airport Round-Trip Transfer takes the stress away from it all by providing you with prebooked rides. You can ride comfortably and safely from Lima airport to your hotel in Miraflores, Barranco, or Sani.

Experience the top landmarks of Lima, all illuminated at night, during this 3-hour excursion led by a private guide. Travel by private vehicle on a nighttime exploration of the Peruvian capital, including stops to explore the many architectural gems in the city’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic center, a visit to the top of San Cristobal Mountain for gorgeous panoramic city views and chance to walk among the many fountains of Lima's Reserve Park. Your nighttime private excursion also includes entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport.

Get a kaleidoscopic view of Lima on a small-group nighttime tour of the city’s Magic Water Circuit and Barranco district. Enjoy included hotel pickup before watching a colorful water display at what Guinness named the largest fountain complex in the world. Next, stroll along the bustling bohemian streets of Barranco as your guide provides illuminating commentary on the district's history, art, and landmarks, including the Bridge of Sighs.

You don't need to travel far for an adventure during this off-roading and sandboarding tour from Lima. After a safety briefing, hit the dunes with a guide—no experience necessary. After riding sand dunes in the remote desert location, grab a sweet dessert favorited by locals on your way back into town.

Escape the bustling city of Lima and explore Peru's countryside on this full-day excursion. Enjoy a boat tour of the wild-life rich Ballestas Islands, home to sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and many species of birds. Then, fly over the Nazca Desert to see the Nazca Lines, ancient geoglyphs that have been etched into the earth. End your tour at the Huacachina Oasis, where you have free time to explore.

Spend the day learning to surf on the great Pacific Ocean. Head to the beach and learn the basics of surfing from the instructor and try your luck on the waves. The lesson includes all necessary equipment and is great for beginners and more experienced surfers. The tour also includes a full-day bike rental, so you can pedal around the streets and boardwalk of Lima.

Lima is a vibrant city filled with several eclectic enclaves and this small-group bike tour help you discover the best areas. Pedal around the neighborhoods of Miraflores and Barranco, stopping at several landmarks along the way, and pay a visit to the ancient stepped pyramid of Huaca Pucllana. Book this tour and gain a free night at the Albergue Verde Hotel in Miraflores, with a minimum stay of two nights.

Travel more than 5,000 years back in time on a full-day private tour to the Caral Archaeological Zone. This excursion is perfect for travelers who want to go beyond the typical tourist checklist. Convenient hotel pickup from Lima takes you to the UNESCO-listed pyramid complex. Enjoy an entertaining tour with your guide, plus free time to explore. Stop for lunch in Huacho before returning to Lima.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Lima and visit Paracas and the Ica region on this full-day tour. Alongside a private guide, head to Paracas where you board a boat for a trip to the Ballestas Islands for wildlife viewing. After a delicious lunch and wine tasting in Ica, head to the Huacachina desert oasis where you explore by 4x4 and ride down the dunes on a sandboard.

Experience the diversity of Peru’s landscapes on this private full-day tour with round-trip transport from hotels in Lima. In addition to navigating, your guide offers background often unheard by visitors at each stop on the day's itinerary. Snap photos on a boat ride through the Ballestas Islands, stop for lunch at a winery in Ica, and drive a sand buggy at the Huacachina dunes. All meals are included.

Leave the tourist crowds of Lima behind and surround yourself with Peruvian wildlife on a private bike tour. The 25-mile (40-kilometer) round-trip adventure takes you from the heart of the city to the Pantanos de Villa Wildlife Refuge. Here, join your guide in a boat or canoe and learn about the local flora and fauna. Continue rowing to Laguna Marvilla, and see a variety of local and seasonal birds.

Discover the wealth of historic and modern attractions of Lima during a sightseeing tour that provides the ideal overview of the capital for first-timers. Feel like a real ‘Limeño’ (a Lima local) as you explore the town’s colonial and Incan architecture, visiting its charming neighborhoods and its many religious shrines and churches. Save yourself hours of planning travel logistics, as your guide takes care of transporting you.