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What are people saying about Ballestas Islands (Islas Ballestas)
EDWARD_B, Apr 2026
The tour was very...
The tour was very interesting. The Ballestas Island was absolutely incredible — we saw a dolphin, seals, sea lions, penguins, pelicans, and other fascinating birds. The national park is very beautiful, with an amazing combination of yellow landscapes and blue sea.
I wish the bus had been better. The air conditioning didn’t work, and the bus itself wasn’t very clean.
Elizabeth_L, May 2026
Well managed and enjoyable excursion
Overall, Peru Hop provided an enjoyable and enriching experience The tour was well run. The use of the limited time was excellent.we were able to cover many interesting activities in 2 days.
amit_p, May 2026
Superb 2 day tour, worth...
Superb 2 day tour, worth every penny, small towns of paracas and Huacachina are worth visiting. Paracas gives you the tranquility of the ocean and Huacachina gives you the thrills of your life.
Peru Hop has a well organized itinerary on this excursion. Highly recommend!!
Olesia_M, Apr 2026
The tour was very...
The tour was very organised, our driver did great job and Cristal, our tour guide was amazing. That was a whole day tour and we are happy we chose it.
John_S, Apr 2026
Scenic Boat Rise
This was a wildlife tour. It consisted of a boat ride out to some islands populated by a lot of birds, a few penguins, and sea lions. Unfortunately, the public address system on the boat was very poorly used by the guide such that it was very difficult to understand the narration of the tour and discussion about what we were seeing. But there were many opportiunities to take pictures and enjoy the scenery.
Sylvie_S, Apr 2026
Birds, so many birds, and sea lions
The boat ride was great! Fiorella and Captain Oscar are a great guides. We even saw two whales (mother and baby) on the way back. The weather was perfect. It truly was worth every penny. However, the "only land" experience was very mid. No food, no water. We were left to our own devices for about 30-45 mins, with nothing to do. Weird. That's why I'm removing one star. But the birds and sea lions are totally worth it.
BRIAN_J, Apr 2026
Smooth and...
Smooth and straightforward experience from start to finish. Everything matched the description, and communication was clear and efficient. The staff was professional, and the overall setup felt organized and reliable. I’d recommend it to anyone looking for something hassle-free.
Norma_C, Mar 2026
Unusual landscapes
Unusual “islands” and “natural reserve” - totally not what I was expecting but so much better….and interesting! Do it - you’ll not be disappointed!
J_S, Mar 2026
Sea Animal Tour
What a wonderful tour. Lots of birds, sea lions, & penguins on these gorgeous islands.We even saw a whale. Sea Lion “Nursery Beach” was a highlight. Loved it all.
Leyda_L, May 2026
Julio Cesar was our...
Julio Cesar was our guide, and he was amazing. The experience overall was very well organized. We highly recommend this tour.
David_S, Mar 2026
Definitely. Very informative and our guide Fabio was excellent.
Not strenuous at all. Basically a boat trip followed by a bus trip to an Inca site with a leisurely stroll.
James_P, Mar 2026
Full time experience
The trip felt a bit rushed due to our cruise trip all aboard time, but it was well executed. Our guide Fabio was full of knowledge and funny stories. The wildlife at the islands were abundant and very close. Our boat driver even went out of his way when he spotted a pod of dolphins, getting them to swim right past us.
Tambo Colorado is a bit of a drive, but the ruins were very interesting. We were the only group there which was nice.
Highly recommend!
Ballestas Islands (Islas Ballestas)
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The Ballestas Islands are only reachable by boat, and landing on the protected islands is prohibited.
You don’t have to buy Ballestas Islands (Islas Ballestas) tickets, though you can only access the islands by paid boat tours.
Be sure to pack sunblock as there is no shade on the boat, and also bring a wind or waterproof jacket.
Boat excursions take place on small open-air boats and you may get splashed with spray, so consider bringing a change of clothes.
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