Top South Coast Water Tours

The Paracas Peninsula and Ballestas Islands are just a short trip from Pisco, but they feel a world away. Get a chance to see an enigmatic prehistoric design drawn into the side of a hill, and then look out for wildlife like birds and sea lions as you navigate the Ballestas Islands by boat. Return to the Pisco main square at the end of your tour.

See the best of southern Peru without having to worry about planning your tours and transfers on a 2-day tour that’s ideal for time-pressed travelers. Highlights include a dune buggy ride in the desert oasis of Huacachina, a scenic flight over the Nazca Lines, and a cruise of the Ballestas Islands, known as the Galapagos of Peru. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for added convenience.

Embark on a 2-day adventure to Paracas, Ballestas Island, and Huacachina from Lima. Begin by spotting the diverse marine life, including sea lions, penguins, and dolphins, on a boat tour around Ballestas Island. Next, take a guided tour of the Paracas National Reserve and enjoy spectacular views along the Pacific coastline. Finally, visit the oasis of Huacachina and take a thrilling dune buggy and sandboarding experience.

Embark on a Day of Discovery: Ballestas Islands & Paracas Reserve Unveil the beauty of Peru's coastal treasures with our Ballestas Islands and Paracas Reserve adventure. Explore pristine beaches, witness diverse marine life, and soak in breathtaking landscapes. An unforgettable journey awaits!

Enjoy a short excursion during your time at port to the Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve by speedboat. See the iconic Candelabra geoglyph carved into the side of a mountain and observe the native flora and fauna of the area, including sea lions, as you navigate through the caves. Receive a personalized experience with a private guide and learn about the Paracas area before rejoining your ship.

Contemplate the beauty of two natural treasures of Peru Ballestas Islands Tour by speedboat and Paracas National Reserve Tour. - Visit the stunning region often referred to as the "Galapagos of Peru" - Admire the groups of thousands of sea lions and penguins of the Ballestas Islands - Explore the dream world of the Paracas National Reserve Gaze out at the ocean from an inhospitable desert.

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.

With this tour you can live one of the unique experiences in your life because hiking in Ballestas Islands allows you to observe a huge variety of animals that are currently endangered as the Humboldt penguins, sea lions and occasionally dolphins, starfish, among others. Also, we will visit "El Candelabro" an enigmatic figure of great dimension drawn in the sand with an origin similar to the lines found in Nazca.

Your tour combines the best of Paracas in a single, carefully designed experience. You won’t just visit the Ballestas Islands – you’ll experience a journey narrated by experts, with access to unique viewpoints, scenic walks and moments not offered by conventional tours. What makes this tour special is the variety and quality of each stop: from watching penguins and sea lions in their natural habitat, to exploring the Paracas National Reserve on foot and discovering gems like the Pink Lagoon and Red Beach. Each step is accompanied by specialized guides who share stories, flora and fauna data, and cultural details that enrich the experience. In addition, its itinerary is designed to take you to the most iconic places without hurry, with time for photographs, contemplation and a perfect closure: an unforgettable sunset facing the Pacific. - Walk for about 1.5 hours while appreciating the local flora and fauna.

Set off from Paracas on an unforgettable speedboat adventure to the famous Ballestas Islands, home to sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and thousands of seabirds. Along the way, witness the mysterious Paracas Candelabra, a massive geoglyph carved into the desert cliffs whose origin still remains unknown. Cruise through the stunning Pacific waters with your bilingual guide as you learn fascinating stories about the wildlife, history, and biodiversity of this incredible marine sanctuary—often called the “Peruvian Galápagos.” Feel the ocean breeze, capture epic photos, and experience one of Peru’s most iconic coastal adventures.

Live the magic of the Ballestas Islands Tour with us! Get to know its tourist pier and the marine fauna that surrounds this unique natural attraction. The Ballestas Islands Tour welcomes you! Known as the Galapagos of Peru, or the" Galapagos of Poor". Yet, they are a fantastic wildlife destination: you probably would not expect to see penguins in Peru – yet they are there, sitting along sea lions and cormorants; swimming with dolphins and (depending on the season) even whales.

The Ballestas Islands in Paracas are an iconic Peruvian sight, but they can only be seen from a tour boat—unless you’re up for an 8-hour swim. Among the islands' usual inhabitants, which you may spot on this tour, are penguins, sea lions, and Peruvian boobies. Along the way, enjoy the view of the mysterious candelabra carved into the hillside, and perhaps offer your own theory as to its unknown origin. Speedboat transportation, pickup and drop-off from accommodations, and occasional bird guano included.

Explore the amazing wildlife of the Ballestas Islands, an unmissable experience upon disembarking at the port of San Martín. We sail through Paracas Bay and see the largest peninsula we have in Peru. We then stop at a northern point of the Paracas peninsula to look at, photograph and film the Candelabra where the tour guide will briefly explain the measurements, materials from the area and its possible origin. The navigation continues and after approximately 15 minutes from Candelabro you reach the Ballestas Islands. Bird watching lovers will find a large number of these such as: seagulls, terns, boobies, cormorants, pelicans, vultures and Humboldt penguins. Definitely the highlight of the tour are the sea lions.

Explore Peru’s natural beauty on a full-day excursion starting in the stunning Ballestas Islands, where you can admire the iconic Candelabra geoglyph and observe sea lions, Humboldt penguins and diverse bird species. The adventure continues with a visit to the Paracas National Reserve, with spectacular scenery such as Supay Beach and Red Beach. Head to Huacachina for an exciting hour of sandboarding and a buggy ride through the dunes before the end of your day. - Full-day excursion with visits to the Ballestas Islands and Paracas Reserve - Observe wildlife such as sea lions and penguins in their natural habitat - Discover the unique landscapes of the Paracas National Reserve - Enjoy sandboarding and buggy rides in Huacachina

In our experience we will enjoy the flora and fauna of the Ballestas Islands, the imposing geoglyph El Candelabro, which is related to the Paracas and Nazca culture where we will also visit the best beaches of the Paracas national reserve, you will have free time for lunch in front of nature the best fish and seafood is an unforgettable experience to have a good time with families and friends

Experience the singular beauty of two of Peru's natural treasures in one day. Float alongside one of the largest sea lion colonies in the world. Explore deserts and rugged cliffs, all next to the ocean.

Discover the mystifying Nazca Lines, spectacular Paracas National Reserve, and enchanting Huacachina oasis on a 3-day group tour from Lima. In Paracas, you'll observe sea lions, penguins, and other exotic marine life on a boat tour of Paracas Bay. Later experience the thrill of sandboarding in Huacachina's golden dunes. The multi-day adventure concludes with a flight over the desert to get a bird’s eye view of the ancient geoglyphs.

This experience is for travelers seeking adventure at sea who have limited time on their trip and is perfect to include in each itinerary or for clients who come by cruise ship from Puerto San Martin and we can pick them up at the shuttle disembarkation point. bus in Paracas town, in this second most visited tourist destination after Machu Picchu, where you will be surprised by its natural beauty, archaeological and cultural history of a pre-Inca civilization that developed with the same name Paracas - Destination Paracas Peru

We sail through the bay of Paracas and see the largest peninsula that we have in Peru. We then stop at a point north of the Paracas peninsula to look at, photograph and film the Chandelier where the tour guide will briefly explain the measurements, materials from the area and their possible origin. The navigation continues and after approximately 15 minutes from the Chandelier you will arrive at the Ballestas Islands. Bird watching lovers will find a large number of these such as: seagulls, terns, boobies, cormorants, pelicans, vultures and Humboldt penguins. Definitely the highlight of the tour are the sea lions. Paracas National Reserve, relax as you travel by modern transportation through the Reserve, which protects a desert coastal landscape favored by seabirds, including flamingos. Dramatic scenery and the opportunity to see these striking pink birds attract photographers and bird lovers alike.

Take a boat trip to see the impressive archipelago of the Ballestas Islands. On this tour we will discover the landscapes of the Paracas National Reserve, one of the most outstanding environmental spaces in western Peru. You can't miss it!

Our private tour to the Ballestas Islands offers an intimate and personalized experience for a maximum group of 5 people, with exclusive attention from our Guide. It begins with a visit to the mysterious Paracas Candelabro, followed by an exciting trip to the Ballestas Islands, where you can observe sea lions, Humboldt penguins and a wide variety of seabirds in their natural habitat. Our expert guides will share their knowledge of the local flora and fauna, while you enjoy impressive rock formations and sea caves. Sailing back to the port of El Chaco is a perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy the sea breeze. Additionally, we are committed to sustainability and promote responsible tourism practices to protect this valuable ecosystem. Book with us and live a unique and enriching adventure in the Ballestas Islands, designed to offer you the best of nature and history of Paracas.

Experience the best of Paracas and Huacachina at a leisurely pace on a 3-day group tour from Lima. Itinerary highlights include a boat tour of the Ballestas Islands within Paracas National Reserve, a dune buggy ride through the desert oasis of Huacachina, a horse exhibition, and a vineyard tour in Pisco. This comprehensive excursion enables you to immerse yourself in local culture as you complete your Peru bucket list.

Sail to the stunning Ballesta Islands and enjoy marine life in its natural habitat. Watch sea lions, Humboldt penguins and glovebirds, plus the iconic El Candelabra geoglyph, on a thrilling boat ride. Afterwards, head into the Paracas Desert with an ATV tour. Explore spectacular landscapes in Playa Yumaque, the Isthmus and Playa Roja while capturing unique moments of adventure and natural beauty. - Observe marine fauna in the Ballestas Islands during a boat trip - Experience a thrilling four-wheel drive through the desert - Explore iconic beaches and natural formations of Paracas - Ideal for lovers of adventure and photography