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Full Paracas & Huacachina Day Trip from Lima: Sunset Experience

Peru · 3 experiences bookable on-site · 2 stays · 50 partner tours nearby

About this tour

One day. Two iconic destinations. Three ways to experience Peru. Discover the highlights of Paracas and Huacachina in one unforgettable day. - Ballestas Islands: Spot sea lions, Humboldt penguins and seabirds on a boat tour. - Pisco & Wine Tasting: Visit a traditional vineyard in Ica. - Huacachina Oasis: Explore Peru’s iconic desert oasis. - Desert Adventure: Enjoy a 2-hour dune buggy and sandboarding experience. - Sunset: Watch the sun set over the spectacular Huacachina dunes. Choose Your Experience: - Classic: The essential adventure at great value. - Exclusive Sunset: Includes a sunset picnic and campfire in the desert. - Full Experience: Adds the Paracas National Reserve, including Playa Roja and the Isthmus viewpoint. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included in all three options. Compare the inclusions and choose the experience that best suits your trip.

Included

Hotel Pickup & Drop-Off: Included in all experiences.
Certified Guides with First Aid Training. Your safety comes first.
2 hour Ballestas Islands Boat Tour (All Experiences)
Traditional Vineyard Visit with Wine & Pisco Tasting (All Experiences)
2-Hour Dune Buggy Adventure & Sandboarding. Artesanal Sandboard (NO STAND UP) - All services
Entrance Fees: Included with Exclusive Sunset and Full Experience. Not included with Classic.
Safety Helmets Provided – Because Your Safety Comes First (Exclusive to Peru Bucket List)
Sunset Picnic & Campfire: Included with Exclusive Sunset and Full Experience only.
Bilingual Guide (English & Spanish)
Paracas National Reserve: Included with Full Experience only.
Comfortable Bus with Air Conditioning, clean restroom, USB Ports, and a large storage room.

Not included

Ballestas Islands & Huacachina entrance fees (Classic Experience only). Paid onsite
Professional Stand-Up Sandboard Upgrade (Optional). Paid onsite
Meals and drinks are not included. Except the picnic provided (Exclusive/Full Experience). Get Cash

Before you go

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
BEFORE YOUR TOUR To ensure everything runs smoothly from the start, please confirm your pick-up location (based on your chosen experience) and your WhatsApp number with us before your tour date. We'll do a final check at 8:00 PM the day before your tour, so having your details correct allows us to organize everything properly and avoid any last-minute issues. At that same time (8:00 PM), we'll send you all the important information for your trip, including the exact pick-up time (meeting point or hotel, depending on your selected experience) and the group link, directly to the WhatsApp number you provided when booking. Since WhatsApp is our primary and only communication channel, we kindly ask that you have it downloaded, activated, and working at least one day in advance. This helps us keep everything clear, connected, and running smoothly for everyone.
PICK UP INFORMATION: Your exact pickup time and group link will be sent via WhatsApp at 8:00 PM the night before your tour. Please make sure you have WhatsApp downloaded, active, and working, as this is our main and only communication channel before and during the tour. Pickup times may vary depending on the day and number of scheduled pickups. Due to traffic and logistics, there may be delays of 15–20 minutes. We kindly ask for your patience and understanding.
RETURN TO LIMA: Your return to Lima is estimated to be around 11:45 PM, but this could be delayed depending on traffic and other external factors. For this reason, we strongly recommend that you do not book flights on the same day, as we cannot guarantee an exact arrival time. The airline is not responsible for missed flights. We ask for your understanding and flexibility.
TOUR DURATION & FLEXIBILITY: Get ready for a full-day adventure (17+ hours). This is a dynamic experience, and timings may vary due to: Traffic (especially in Lima) Weather conditions Operational factors We truly appreciate your flexibility, good attitude, and patience throughout the day.
RETURN AND DROP-OFF: We will re-enter Lima via: Barranco → Miraflores → San Isidro (Hotel & meeting point according to your experience selection). Drop-off times may be later than expected, especially on weekends due to heavy traffic.
SPECIAL DATES: On holidays such as Easter Weekend from April 6 to 9 and from July 28 to 30, celebration of Independence Day in Peru: Pick-ups will be made 1 hour before usual hours. The activities of the Ballestas Islands will be only 1 hour and 30 minutes (all operators) and Dune buggy & Sandboard (Huacachina) only 1 hour (all operators)
HUACACHINA EXPERIENCE: The dune buggy and sandboarding are a combined 2-hour experience, including stops for photos and to enjoy the landscape. Please note that this takes place in a natural desert environment. It is not recommended for people with reduced mobility, as walking on sand dunes is part of the experience and can be physically demanding.
BALLESTAS ISLAND TOUR: This is a shared group experience on a speedboat with other travelers. It’s mainly a scenic and photographic tour, lasting around 2 hours. The guide onboard is officially certified and bilingual, but due to the nature of the experience (boat speed, wind, and noise), audio clarity may sometimes be limited.
WHAT TO BRING: To make the most of your day, we recommend bringing a few essentials: Sunscreen (the sun is strong all year round ), Sunglasses, A bandana (very helpful for the desert wind), Closed shoes for sandboarding Light, comfortable clothing for warm weather, A light jacket for the boat ride (it can get windy and a bit cold). If you forget anything, don’t worry — you’ll have the chance to purchase some of these items in Paracas or Huacachina along the way
SANDBOARDING EXPERIENCE: Please note that sandboarding takes place in a natural desert environment. It is not recommended for individuals with reduced mobility, as walking on sand dunes is part of the experience and can be physically demanding.
FOOD & CASH: Please bring cash (local currency). We’ll stop for breakfast on the way to Paracas or before the boat tour, and you may need cash for meals or personal expenses during the day.
OFFICIAL DOCUMENT. Please make sure to carry the same identification document (passport) you used to enter Peru during the tour, as it may be required for verification at highway checkpoints.(Police)
Classic Experience: This option includes (Pick-up and drop-off at our meeting point, activities such as a Ballestas Islands tour, a visit to a local vineyard in Ica for Pisco and wine tasting, lunch at the vineyard, a buggy tour, and sandboarding. It does not include (entrance fees, taxes, and meals).
Premium Sunset Experience: This option includes (pick-up and drop-off at your hotel), activities such as a Ballestas Islands tour, a visit to a local vineyard in Ica for Pisco and wine tasting, lunch at the vineyard, a buggy tour, sandboarding, a magical sunset picnic and bonfire, entrance fees and taxes, and safety helmets. It does not include (meals and drinks).
Comfort Adventure Experience: This option includes (pick-up and drop-off at your hotel), activities such as an ATV/mini buggy tour in Paracas, a visit to a local vineyard in Ica for Pisco and wine tasting, lunch at the vineyard, a buggy tour and sandboarding with sunset views, entrance fees and taxes, and safety helmets. Safety helmets. Meals not included.

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