Itinerary
Discover what awaits you in the PARACAS, ICA AND HUACACHINA TOUR WITH ADVENTURE – 1 DAY
day 1
PARACAS, ICA & HUACACHINA
Sea, vineyards and adrenaline on the dunes.
We sail to the Ballestas Islands, taste wines and piscos in Ica, ride the Huacachina dunes in a dune buggy, go sandboarding and end with music in Chincha.
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Pick-up in Lima and drive south
By tourist transport, very early · Lima → Paracas
We pick you up very early at the set meeting points in Lima. The guide introduces themselves and gives you the instructions for the day. On the way we make a short stop for breakfast (not included).
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Ballestas Islands
By speedboat, with life jacket · Paracas pier → Ballestas Islands → Paracas
From the pier we sail in modern speedboats. We see the Paracas Candelabra, a gigantic geoglyph drawn in the sand whose origin is still a mystery, and head out to sea to see sea lions, Humboldt penguins and many seabirds.
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Free lunch time in Paracas
Free time · Paracas Bay
Back in the bay, we have time for lunch (not included) at the seafront restaurants and to try the local seafood.
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Vineyard in Ica
By tourist transport · Paracas → Ica
We visit a traditional vineyard to learn how Peruvian wines and piscos are made. We tour the facilities and join a fun tasting of wines, piscos and macerated liqueurs.
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Dune buggies and sandboarding in Huacachina Highlight
By dune buggy and on a board · Ica → Huacachina Oasis
At the Huacachina Oasis, surrounded by giant dunes, we board dune buggies to race across the dunes and then go sandboarding, sliding down the desert sand.
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Chincha and return to Lima
By tourist transport · arrival at night · Huacachina → Chincha → Lima
On the way back we stop in Chincha, the cradle of Creole and Afro-Peruvian music, to enjoy a Creole music show and taste wines, macerated liqueurs and typical sweets. We arrive in Lima at night; the time may vary with traffic.
Day details
- Departure: Very early from Lima · return at night
- Adventure: Dune buggies and sandboarding included
- Difficulty: Easy
- Meals: Not included (stops for breakfast and lunch)
The Ballestas Islands, Ica’s vineyards, Huacachina’s dunes by buggy and music in Chincha in a single day. Prefer a day without buggies or sandboarding? Discover the Paracas, Ica and Huacachina Tour 1 Day.
Includes
Transport and guide
- Tourist transport: Lima – Paracas – Ica – Lima.
- Professional bilingual guide.
- Accident insurance (SOAT).
Ballestas Islands
- Visit to the Ballestas Islands.
- Pier entrance and Ballestas Islands tax.
- Life jackets.
- Marine wildlife watching.
Ica, Huacachina and Chincha
- Visit to a vineyard in Ica.
- Tasting: Wines, macerated liqueurs and piscos.
- Dune buggies and sandboarding in Huacachina.
- Tasting of tejas and chocotejas.
- Music show.
Not include
Not included
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch.
- Tips.
- Personal expenses.
Prices PARACAS, ICA AND HUACACHINA TOUR WITH ADVENTURE – 1 DAY
Rates per person
Traveling soon? We recommend booking early to secure your date, but depending on the date you can also book just a few days ahead. Ask us about availability.
Need help with your trip?
Our team will help you plan your experience.
Packaging list
- Light and warm clothing: We leave early and return late.
- Windbreaker: The sea breeze can be strong.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
- Sun protection: Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat.
- Documents: ID card or passport.
- Cash in soles: Some places, such as wineries or markets, do not accept cards.
- Phone or camera: Fully charged.
Recomendations
- Get ready for a long day: Pick-up in Lima is very early and we return at night. Arrival time may vary with traffic.
- Dress in layers: Bring light clothes, something warm and a windbreaker for the boat trip, as the sea breeze can be strong.
- For the dunes: Wear comfortable shoes and secure your phone and belongings before getting on the dune buggy and sandboarding.
- Budget for meals: Breakfast and lunch are not included. We stop for breakfast on the way and have free time for lunch in Paracas by the sea.
- Bring cash in soles: Some wineries and markets do not accept cards.
- Protect yourself from the sun: The sun is strong at sea and in the desert. Wear sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat.
- Keep your ID handy: Bring your ID card or passport.
- All in one: The pier entrance, the Ballestas Islands tax, the dune buggies and sandboarding are already included in the price.
F.A.Qs
Where does the tour start?
In Lima. Pick-up is very early at the set meeting points in the city.
What time do we return to Lima?
At night. The time may vary with traffic.
Which places do we visit?
The Ballestas Islands in Paracas, a traditional vineyard in Ica, the Huacachina Oasis and, on the way back, Chincha.
What adventure is included?
In Huacachina you ride the dunes in dune buggies and go sandboarding. Both activities are included.
What will I see at the Ballestas Islands?
The Paracas Candelabra, a gigantic geoglyph drawn in the sand, and the islands’ wildlife: sea lions, Humboldt penguins and many seabirds.
Do I have to pay the pier or the Ballestas tax?
No. The pier entrance and the Ballestas Islands tax are included.
Is the boat trip safe?
It is done in modern speedboats and with a life jacket, included in the tour.
What does the vineyard visit include?
A tour of the facilities to learn how Peruvian wines and piscos are made, and a tasting of wines, piscos and macerated liqueurs.
What do we do in Chincha?
We enjoy a Creole music show and taste wines, macerated liqueurs and typical sweets such as tejas and chocotejas.
Are meals included?
No. We stop for breakfast and have free time for lunch in Paracas, at seafront restaurants.
How many people are in a group?
It is a shared service for 2 to 19 people.
How difficult is the tour?
Easy.
Does the tour run all year?
Yes, it departs all year round.
Do I need to bring cash?
Yes, in soles. Some places, such as wineries or markets, do not accept cards.
What should I bring?
Light and warm clothing, a windbreaker, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, ID, cash and a charged phone. You will find the full list in the What to bring tab.
Do you have more questions?
Message us on WhatsApp at +51 941 411 418 or email info@sakuraexpedition.com.
