Ballestas Islands excursion from Paracas
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Paracas, Peru
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
While you can see some wildlife on land in Paracas National Reserve, you’ll have the best chance of seeing native fauna on a boat trip to the Ballestas Islands, hailed as Peru’s answer to the Galapagos Islands. This compact trip takes you out to islets you can’t reach by land to see penguins, sea lions, and more.
- On-board commentary adds context to the animals you see
- Enhance your chances of spotting rare wildlife
- This compact experience fits easily into busy schedules
- Your local captain takes you to hidden gems and spots you’d otherwise miss
What's Included
- Lifejackets
- Official tour guide (English - Spanish)
- Appetitive
- Entrance Tax to Ballestas Islands and El Candelabro for Adult: 16 Soles (USD 4.20 aprox.)
- Entrance tax to Ballestas Islands and El Candelabro for children: 8 soles (USD 2.10 approx.)
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Itinerary
1
The Chandelier
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Las Islas Ballestas
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Most travelers can participate
- Confirmation will be received when the reservation is made
- Infants should be seated on an adult's lap.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 46 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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