EPIC DAY TRIP FROM LIMA - 5 Great experiences:
Boat tour around the Ballestas Islands (cute penguins, sea lions, migratory birds, and more). Authentic local experience "wine and Pisco tasting". Try local wines the famous Pisco (liquor made from grapes) and accompany this activity with a delicious local lunch (optional).
Get on board, fast your seat belt, and tour the impressive dunes of the Ica desert by buggy, grab your sandboard, slide face down the dunes, and be surprised by the beautiful sunset in the middle of a vast desert.
What's included
2 hour Ballestas Islands Boat Trip.
Wine and Pisco Tour/Tasting at CULTUR PISCO one of the best vineyards in Peru
Hotel or Hostel Pick-up Barranco / Miraflores/ San Isidro. From 5am to 5.45am
Pickup & Drop off (according your choice)
Dune Buggy and Sandboarding. Artesanal Sandboard included
Comfortable Bus with Air Conditioning, clean restroom, USB Ports, and a large storage room.
Important information
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 help everything run smoothly from the very beginning, please make sure to confirm your pick-up location and 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 correct details 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 your exact pickup time and the group link, directly to the WhatsApp number you provided during your booking. Since WhatsApp is our main and only communication channel, we kindly ask you to have it downloaded, active, 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 around 11:30 PM, but this may be later depending on traffic and other external factors. For this reason, we strongly recommend not booking flights on the same day, as we cannot guarantee an exact arrival time. The company is not responsible for missed flights.
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 & DROP-OFF: We will re-enter Lima through: Barranco → Miraflores → San Isidro 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)
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
More than 1 days before departure: 100% refundable
1-0 days before departure: 0% refundable
Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not reached.
