See Nazca’s ancient geoglyphs from the air, watch sea lions and penguins at the Ballestas, then surf wind-scoured dunes at Huacachina — all in a single long day from Lima. This tour blends boat, plane and buggy with a lot of desert and coastal scenery.
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Early in the morning the highway slides out of Lima and the city’s traffic loosens; the Pacific lies to the west like a slow-moving mirror while the bus threads the scrub of Ica’s coastal desert. Travelers on this full‑day circuit move by boat, by small aircraft and by sand buggy, switching the rhythm of the day as quickly as the landscape changes — offshore cliffs and sea colonies, then broad desert pampa, then the small green pool of Huacachina among towering dunes.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
18–19 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels but requires stamina for a very long day, boarding small planes and boats, and short dune climbs.
Wildlife
History
The Nazca Lines were created by the Nazca culture between roughly 500 BCE and 500 CE and remain one of South America's most significant pre-Columbian mysteries.
Conservation
Paracas National Reserve protects coastal islands and marine life; visitors are encouraged to follow wildlife distances and avoid littering to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the Nazca Lines, Ballestas Islands, Huacachina Tour from Lima today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Prepare for a long day
The full itinerary runs roughly 18–19 hours with road transfers; bring snacks, a charged phone and patience for slow stretches.
Bring motion‑sickness medication
Small aircraft and open motorboats can be rough; if you’re prone to nausea, take medication before departure.
Sun protection is critical
UV is strong in the desert and on the water—wide-brim hat, SPF 30+ sunscreen, and sunglasses are recommended.
Wear sturdy shoes for dunes
Sandboarding and climbing dunes needs closed-toe shoes with grip; avoid flip-flops for the buggy portion.
Sun hat & sunscreen
Protects against intense desert and coastal UV during boat and dune segments.
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Motion‑sickness meds
Useful for small plane overflights and choppy boat rides.
Closed‑toe shoes
Needed for sandboarding, buggy rides and boarding vessels safely.
Light layers and windbreaker
Coastal fog and desert wind can make mornings cool; layers add comfort.
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