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4 Hrs GOLDEN SHADOWS TREK in Paracas National Reserve

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Paracas, Peru
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10+ bookings last month.
  • 4 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Official Tourism Guide
    • Transfers
    • DOES NOT INCLUDE TOURIST FEES
      PEN11.00 per person

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Playa Roja Tours
      AA.HH.Alan Garcia Perez Mz.BLt.19, Paracas 11550, Peru

      We will meet at the door of our office, and then take a short 1-minute walk to the dock for boarding. On Chaco street

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Start time
    .3:00 pm

    Itinerary

    Reserva Nacional de Paracas (Pass By)

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Featured review

    Jose_C
    We had an amazing time on the trek. Too bad the weather didn't let us see the sunset but it's understandable of how nature is in control. Our guide was amazing and speak very well English. He was very knowledgeable and helped us climb some parts. Definitely recommend them for and amazing trek.

    Reviews

    4.9
    based on 328 reviews
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    Good experience, nice views, guide could have been better.

    Sina_H, Aug 2026
    You'll visit part of Paracas national reserve, which was great. We saw flamingos, small lakes (one in purple and the other in blue), and hiked around a lake in the sand dunes to go along the shore of the ocean during the sunset. The two negative aspects were that the guide hardly spoke English, so either the driver (at the beginning of the tour) or other travelers in the tour) were acting as translators. The second negative aspect was that we missed the sunset point. The guide wanted to take us to a different point, which required 5~10 minutes of walking around some hills and when we did that the sun was already set, while we could have seen the sunset and then go down the hill, when there was enough light to finish the hike. Otherwise, the place itself was very nice to visit and it was a great experience.

    Stunning and picturesque...

    Vanessa_S, May 2026
    Stunning and picturesque views and plenty of spots to take photos. The tour guide provided little to no information about the area, which was a bit disappointing. The focus of our tour seemed mainly to be on providing access to amazing views, rather than understanding the history and significance of the national park area and surrounds. Would still recommend, but manage expectations if you are hoping for historical/background information on the tour.

    The tour guide and driver...

    Damien_A, Jan 2026
    The tour guide and driver were great. The hike was a great way to explore the National Reserve. This is good a good tour for all ages with a moderate level of fitness.

    Mesmerising sunset view

    Yuen_M, Nov 2025
    The trek was enjoyable, with some steep inclines up and down along the route. The guide, Shantal, was patient with slower travellers requiring assistance transversing the trek. Shantal provided clear explanation of history and geographical nature of the site. Unlike many tours that end at the top of the cliff for the sunset view, the tour ends below the cliff facing the ocean, allowing for a mesmerising sunset view along the coastline.

    Very intresting place...

    Charles_B, Sep 2025
    Very intresting place with incredible views. Pink lake was crazy. Chantel was lovely and would definitely reccomend this tour.

    The hike had amazing...

    Takenori_K, Aug 2025
    The hike had amazing views. It was one of a kind. The tour guides were friendly but I wish we had more explanation of the place. The last stretch of the hike had a very steep climb down. One lady fell so it might be a good idea to have good shoes and long pants.

    Fun afternoon activity from Paracas

    Pascal_A, Sep 2024
    Adventurous drive and hike in the National Park with the most entertaining guide. Definitely recommend this tour!

    Amazing!!!!

    Cara_C, Aug 2024
    Highly recommend!!! This was an amazing trip and the guide is fantastic and makes the experience so fun. It was honestly once of the best views we have ever seen. They stop off on the way to the hike to show you a couple of spots in the park (including flamingos!!). The hike isn’t too hard.

    Even if the sunset was...

    MarieLaurence_B, Aug 2024
    Even if the sunset was cloudy, the Paracas National Reserve is beautiful! Our guide Effrain (sorry if we mispelled) was funny and tried his best for us to get the best views.

    Amazing experience

    Jose_C, Jun 2024
    We had an amazing time on the trek. Too bad the weather didn't let us see the sunset but it's understandable of how nature is in control. Our guide was amazing and speak very well English. He was very knowledgeable and helped us climb some parts. Definitely recommend them for and amazing trek.

    Worth seeing!

    Teresa_W, Feb 2024
    Beautiful scenery and fun guide :) The company was very good at communicating directions to the meetup point and they provided a good list of items to bring. The total trek was about 1.5 miles pread out over a few hours. We hiked for a bit and then stopped and took in the views and learned some interesting tidbits about the area.

    Great tour with...

    Jennifer_B, Sep 2026
    Great tour with Charlotte and Annika (sunset at Paracas reserve). The hike offers outstanding views and both guides provided us with a lot of interesting information. The communication beforehand was great. Absolutely recommended.
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    Strike a Pose

    Christie_H, Jul 2026
    Beautiful area. I expected a little more walking and a little less posing for... Uh... Yes, for whom and why exactly?
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    One of the most...

    Conrado_R, Jan 2026
    One of the most memorable places we have ever visited. We are happy to repeat it in a few years.
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    God tur

    Cecilie_M, Aug 2024
    Vi så en lyserød sø, flamingoer og smuk solnedgang i smukke omgivelser. Det kræver god kondition, for guiden går hurtigt og er hurtigere videre fra ét fotospot til det næste. Husk varmt tøj, for det blæser og er koldt

    Puesta de sol histórica

    Jovani_N, Jun 2024
    Excelente aventura. El guía, muy amable. Nos hizo sentir un servicio personalizado. Lo recomiendo. Gracias.

    great time with wonderful sunset

    sniak, Jun 2024
    Il tour è stato bellissimo. Siamo partiti puntuali e a fine tour ci hanno mamdato video e foto tramite whatsapp. La guida esperta è stata gentilissima

    Local lindo, passeio imperdivel!

    Andre_D, Jun 2024
    Um lugar espetacular, dos mais bonitos que ja vi na vida. Um trekking bem leve mas com muito vento. O Guia foi muito bacana e atencioso. É um passeio imperdível em Paracas.
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