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Spend a full day from Lima encountering Humboldt penguins and sea lions at the Ballestas Islands, tasting pisco and wine in Ica, then charging down Huacachina’s dunes by buggy and board. This private tour packs wildlife, local flavor and desert thrills into a single, long day.
Spend a full day from Lima encountering Humboldt penguins and sea lions at the Ballestas Islands, tasting pisco and wine in Ica, then charging down Huacachina’s dunes by buggy and board. This private tour packs wildlife, local flavor and desert thrills into a single, long day.
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Operated by Peruvian Star Travel · Huacachina, Ica Region
Morning light breaks over the Pacific as your private vehicle eases out of Lima and the coastline unfurls—rugged cliffs, fishing coves and the broad salt flats that lead to Paracas. The first stretch of the day puts you on a speedboat where the sea seems to push you forward toward the Ballestas Islands; sea lions lounge on rocky ledges and Humboldt penguins bob at the kelp line while the Candelabro geoglyph looms on the distant headland.
moderate.
12–14 hours.
Suitable for reasonably fit travelers who can handle a long day of travel, short boat motions and light boarding activity.
Common sightings include Humboldt penguins, South American sea lions and a variety of seabirds such as cormorants and boobies; sightings depend on season and sea conditions.
No—providers equip you with a board and basic instruction; most guests learn to ride sitting or standing after a few runs with the buggy guiding the drop.
The open-water speedboat tour is about 2 hours round-trip; operators require life jackets and it’s generally safe for children but expect waves and spray—assess child comfort with motion.
Lunch and vineyard tasting are typically included, but bring cash for extra purchases, tips and any optional services not listed in the itinerary.
The Paracas region has long been defined by marine productivity and human adaptation; ancient Paracas culture left textile and geoglyph traces along this coast while colonial viticulture established Ica’s vineyards.
Ballestas Islands and nearby marine areas benefit from protected status and responsible operators—keep distance from wildlife, avoid plastic and follow guide instructions to minimize impact.
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