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A brisk two-hour fast-boat from Puerto San Martín that visits the Candelabro geoglyph and the wildlife-rich Ballestas Islands. Expect close views of sea lions, guanay and Peruvian booby with practical guidance for seas, sun, and photography.
A brisk two-hour fast-boat from Puerto San Martín that visits the Candelabro geoglyph and the wildlife-rich Ballestas Islands. Expect close views of sea lions, guanay and Peruvian booby with practical guidance for seas, sun, and photography.
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The hull cuts through a glassy bay and the wind pushes a spray of salt across your jacket: within minutes the Candelabro geoglyph rises on the sand like a signal from the coast, then the boat noses toward a scatter of jagged rock where seabirds roar and sea lions warm themselves on sun-baked ledges.
easy.
2 hours.
Suitable for people in general good health; minimal walking and short periods standing on deck required.
Tours meet at the Puerto San Martín (Paracas) shuttle terminal and last about 2 hours round-trip, including viewing stops at the Candelabro and Ballestas Islands.
Yes—Humboldt penguins and sea lions are commonly seen on the Ballestas Islands, but sightings depend on season and sea conditions and cannot be guaranteed.
This tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with serious spinal or cardiovascular conditions due to boat movement and limited access to medical facilities.
There is no wheelchair access on the fast boat; boarding involves steps and movement on a small craft, so it's not suitable for wheelchair users.
The Paracas Peninsula bears evidence of the Paracas culture; nearby guano islands fueled Peru’s 19th-century guano economy and remain important ecological sites.
Ballestas Islands are protected for their bird colonies; staying on the boat and minimizing noise and litter keeps wildlife disturbance low.
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