Paracas: Ballestas Islands and the Chandelier Boat Tour

Paracas, Peru

2 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Home to sea lions, penguins, pelicans, and more, the Ballestas Islands offer some of the best wildlife viewing in Peru. Get up close to the critters and capture spectacular shots of the isles' rugged geology on this convenient boat trip. Along the way, view the mysterious Chandelier—a huge prehistoric geoglyph depicting a candelabra. For ease, your package includes round-trip transfers from your Paracas hotel.

Pair the mysteries of nature and the mysteries of history in one tour
A morning departure leaves your afternoon free for other adventures
Get close enough to the wildlife that you can see and smell the colonies
The small group size creates an intimate feel you won’t find on bigger boats

What's Included

Shared round-trip transfer from the hotel to the boarding point. (Optional)
Shared Boat Ride
Coffee and/or Tea
Government Fees

SERNANP FEE

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Pick up and drop-off in centrally located hotels in Paracas

Meeting point

Hotel Owae Paracas
Mz c LT. 6, Paracas 11550, Peru
The office is located at Avenida Principal Paracas, between Riviera Inka Hotel and Owae Hotel, half block away from El Chaco dock. There is a big sign that says Islas Ballestas.

End point

Muelle El Chaco
Mlle. El Chaco, Paracas, Peru
The tour ends at El Chaco dock

Itinerary

Muelle El Chaco

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Candelabro de Paracas

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Las Islas Ballestas

1 hour • Admission Ticket 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

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
You should bring sunscreen, hat and sun glasses, comfortable clothes, windbreaker jacket.
If you are prone to motion sickness, please take any necessary precautions. Consult a medical professional before taking any medication.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers