1-day ballestas islands experience
experience the spectacular marine wildlife of peru's pacific coast
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1-day ballestas islands experience from $40 / per person
Ballestas Islands, Huacachina/Ica
Desert/Coast, Wildlife, History & Culture
If you are an adventurist or a nature lover, this is a fantastic opportunity to see some of Peru's coastal wildlife.
Nicknamed the mini Galapagos Islands, the Ballestas Islands are located just off the Paracas Peninsula on the Pacific coast, and are a haven for marine wildlife. Here you'll discover sea lions, the Humboldt Penguin, and an array of seabirds. With luck, it's even possible to see the Andean Condor or dolphins.
As well as this, you'll see the islands' beautiful caves and arches which have been shaped over hundreds of years. You'll also enjoy a great view of one of the ancient Nazca Lines, the Candelabro, on the hills of Paracas Peninsula.
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Pick-up from Paracas (07.30am) or Ica/Huacachina (06.30am), please let us know your point of origin when booking
8am speedboat to islands
10am return to Paracas
Return transport to you place of origin
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Setting foot on the Islands themselves is forbidden as it is a protected ecological area. This tour only takes place on the speedboat. Please bring a wind jacket, as it can be chilly in the morning.
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Price details:
US$ 40.00 per person (pick-up from Paracas)
US$ 50.00 per person (pick-up from Huacachina or Ica)
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