South Peru Coast Adventure
Full day Ica Paracas: Ballestas Islands, Huacachina & Dune
Escape Lima for an action-packed full day journey along the Pacific coast to Peru’s high-desert country. We will cruise from Puerto El Chaco to the wildlife-rich Ballestas Islands to see sea lions, penguins, and the mysterious Candelabra geoglyph. Then, we travel to Ica to enjoy a traditional vineyard lunch with Pisco and wine tasting before capping off the day with high-speed dune buggy rides and sandboarding across the spectacular desert slopes surrounding the iconic Huacachina Oasis.
With Lala Peru Travel you will visit:
- Paracas: Puerto El Chaco, Paracas Bay & The Ballestas Islands Marine Reserve
- Ancient Mysteries: The El Candelabro (Candelabra) Desert Geoglyph
- Ica Valley: Traditional Vineyard, Artisan Pisco & Wine Tasting Stop
- Huacachina: The Oasis of the Americas, Natural Lagoon & Towering Dunes
- Desert Adventure: High-Speed Dune Buggy Rides & Sandboarding
- Scenic Waypoints: Coastal views passing Chilca & Chincha
Features of our full day Ica Paracas:
Full Day (approx. 17.5 Hours)
04:30 AM – 10:00 PM
USD 79
Shared service (tourist transport)
Easy / Adventure
Not included (lunch stops provided)
Speedboat (Shared Group)
Buggy Ride & Sandboarding Included
Discover the itinerary you’ll follow
Early morning pickup & southbound drive
Our coastal escape begins early. We pick you up directly from your hotel or Airbnb accommodation in Miraflores or Barranco. We board our shared tourist transportation and embark on a smooth drive south along the Pan-American Highway, taking in views of Chilca and coastal valleys as the sun breaks over the Pacific horizon.
Speedboat cruise to Ballestas Islands & El Candelabro
We arrive at Paracas Bay and head directly to Puerto del Chaco to board large, secure speedboats for our sea voyage. As we cruise out, we will marvel at the massive, enigmatic Candelabra geoglyph etched into the desert hillside. Continuing to the Ballestas Islands, we will observe an incredible concentration of marine wildlife up close, including colonies of playful sea lions, Humboldt penguins, guano birds, and diverse marine avian species.
Peruvian sweets tasting & vineyard lunch
Back on the shores, we enjoy a sampling of traditional local Peruvian sweets on the beach. Afterward, our transport takes us inland into the sunny Ica Valley. We visit an authentic winery and vineyard where we’ll learn about traditional production methods, sample high-quality artisan Pisco and regional wines, and take ample time to purchase a delicious traditional lunch.
Huacachina Oasis, Dune Buggies & Sandboarding
We arrive at the famous Huacachina Oasis—rightly known as the oasis of the Americas. After learning about the local legends surrounding the beautiful Huacachina Lagoon, we gear up for a rush of pure adrenaline. We climb into professional dune buggies to blast across the rolling desert dunes, take stunning golden-hour photos, and slide down the sandy peaks on sandboards!
Return highway journey to Lima
With our desert and sea adventure complete, we board our shared transport for the journey back to the capital, making a brief pass through Chincha. We drop you off safe and sound at your original hotel or Airbnb in Lima around 10:00 p.m.
What’s included in the Full Day Ica Paracas tour?
- Shared comfortable tourist transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Miraflores or Barranco districts
- Shared speedboat tour to the Ballestas Islands & El Candelabro
- All maritime port taxes, desert entry fees, and nature reserve tickets
- Desert adventure tour with professional Dune Buggies and Sandboarding gear
- Guided visit to a traditional winery in Ica with Pisco and wine tastings
- Complimentary sampling of regional Peruvian sweets
- Professional, licensed bilingual tour guide
- Complete 24/7 localized operational assistance
Does not include:
- Personal medical, travel, or property insurance
- Main breakfast, lunch items, or dinners along the route
- Tips or gratuities for the driving crew, boat captains, and guiding team
Don’t forget to bring:
- Original valid passport or ID card
- Small, comfortable backpack
- High SPF sunscreen and polarized sunglasses (essential for desert glare)
- Reusable water bottle to stay hydrated
- Personal light snacks for the road
- Windbreaker jacket (it gets windy during the boat ride and chilly in the desert evening)
- Extra cash in local currency (Soles) for lunch, souvenirs, or drinks
- Smartphone/Camera with a fully charged external power bank
- Sun hat or cap
Locate where Huacachina is located
If you’re lost and don’t know where it is, click on the map to find Huacachina in Peru. Plan your visit to this beautiful desert oasis near Ica with us.
