Paracas, Huacachina and Ballestas Islands Tour From Lima
A ONCE IN A LIFETIME Day Trip from Lima to Paracas and Huacachina Oasis with Peru Hop, the MOST HIGHLY REVIEWED Company in Peru. Our Huge Luxury Buses are almost double the size of any other company offering this tour. We are the ONLY company offering Free High Speed Wi-Fi, which is hugely important for the long journey to and from Lima. Visit the Ballestas Islands in Paracas, Peru’s “Mini-Galápagos,” where sealions, penguins, and countless seabirds thrive in their natural habitat. Learn how Peruvian pisco is made during a visit to a vineyard and taste the different varieties of pisco, an authentic introduction to Peru’s national spirit. Experience the desert oasis of Huacachina, dune buggy and sandboarding with the best local company in Huacachina, all timed perfectly for a spectacular sunset toast in the desert. Onboard local Peruvian hosts who will share stories about life in Peru you won’t find in guidebooks. Don’t Be a Typical Tourist… Discover the Real Peru with Peru Hop!
What you'll see & do
- ✓We will pick you up from your chosen accommodation, or if you are staying in an Airbnb, you can meet us at a hotel close to your apartment or choose our central meeting point. Board your Peru Hop bus with onboard high-speed Wi-Fi and settle into luxury semi-bed seats for a comfortable journey to Paracas.
- ✓You will arrive in Paracas around 9:30 am, where you will have time to get some quick snacks before going to the port to board the boat for the tour to the Ballestas Islands.
- ✓Take a speedboat out to the Ballestas Islands to see penguins and sea lions in their natural habitat. – Paracas
- ✓You will depart from Paracas to a traditional Pisco vineyard, where you will learn how Peruvian pisco is produced and taste the different varieties made on-site. You will also have free time here to enjoy lunch (not included). After your visit, reboard your Peru Hop bus to Huacachina.
- ✓An exclusive 2 hour tour (most companies only offer 1 hour) where you can ride up the huge sand dunes on an amazing Dune Buggy, and then sandboard down! We recommend lying face down on the board as its easier and much more fun! This will be an incredible experience and a lot of people say that this is their favorite thing to do in Peru after Machu Picchu!
- ✓Once your dune buggy adventure is finished, you have time to grab some dinner before heading back to Lima. Settle in aboard your comfortable Peru Hop bus with onboard high-speed Wi-Fi, luxury semi-bed reclining seats, and an onboard restroom (we’re the only tour company with restrooms on board). We’ll put on classic movies like Mrs. Doubtfire and hand out free popcorn for a fun ride back to the city. You will arrive back to Lima around 11:30 pm and we will drop you off at your accommodation.
What's included
- ✓2-hour boat tour to the Ballestas Island
- ✓Free Time to explore Huacachina Desert Oasis
- ✓Stay connected with high-speed onboard Wi-Fi (Only available through Peru Hop)
- ✓The Only company with Luxury Buses for the long journey, others use small vans
- ✓Extended vineyard visit with guided wine and pisco tasting (exclusive to Peru Hop)
- ✓2-Hour Sandboarding, Dune Buggy and Sunset tour
- ✓All Taxes & Fees – no hidden charges
- ✓Huge Luxury Peru Hop Bus with onboard Restroom (DOUBLE the size of all other tour companies)
- ✓Friendly onboard Bilingual host to assist and advise
- ✓Pick up and drop off at your hotel
- ✓Safety helmets for dune buggy and First aid kit (Only company to provide them)
What's not included
- ✓Food and drinks
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We pick up from hotels and hostels located in Miraflores, Barranco, San Isidro and some in Lima downtown.
Bring sunscreen, it is hot all year round in Paracas and Huacachina.
Minimum age for the buggy and sandboarding tour is 7 years oid
The Only company with Luxury Buses for the long journey, others use small vans
The Only company with high speed satellite Wi-Fi
The tour runs with slight adjustments during the following holidays: Easter weekend (April 2-5) and Peru's Independence Day celebrations (July 27-29). The pick-up time will be 1 hour before the usual time.
Pickup time and detailed information will be to shared through Whatsapp. Please download Whatsapp if you don't have it
View the pickup list when booking to see if your hotel is included among the pickup points. If it is not on the list, choose “I'll decide later" or "My hotel is not on the list" and after booking let us know where you are staying. We will inform you whether we can pick you up directly at your hotel, or the nearest alternative. -Pick ups from hotels/hostels in San Isidro: between 4:50 am and 5:00 am -Pick ups from hotels/hostels in Miraflores: between 5:00 am and 5:40 am -Pick ups from hotels/hostels in Barranco: between 5:45 am and 6:00 am
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Paracas, Huacachina and Ballestas Islands Tour From Lima
A ONCE IN A LIFETIME Day Trip from Lima to Paracas and Huacachina Oasis with Peru Hop, the MOST HIGHLY REVIEWED Company in Peru. Our Huge Luxury Buses are almost double the size of any other company offering this tour. We are the ONLY company offering Free High Speed Wi-Fi, which is hugely important for the long journey to and from Lima. Visit the Ballestas Islands in Paracas, Peru’s “Mini-Galápagos,” where sealions, penguins, and countless seabirds thrive in their natural habitat. Learn how Peruvian pisco is made during a visit to a vineyard and taste the different varieties of pisco, an authentic introduction to Peru’s national spirit. Experience the desert oasis of Huacachina, dune buggy and sandboarding with the best local company in Huacachina, all timed perfectly for a spectacular sunset toast in the desert. Onboard local Peruvian hosts who will share stories about life in Peru you won’t find in guidebooks. Don’t Be a Typical Tourist… Discover the Real Peru with Peru Hop!
What you'll see & do
- ✓We will pick you up from your chosen accommodation, or if you are staying in an Airbnb, you can meet us at a hotel close to your apartment or choose our central meeting point. Board your Peru Hop bus with onboard high-speed Wi-Fi and settle into luxury semi-bed seats for a comfortable journey to Paracas.
- ✓You will arrive in Paracas around 9:30 am, where you will have time to get some quick snacks before going to the port to board the boat for the tour to the Ballestas Islands.
- ✓Take a speedboat out to the Ballestas Islands to see penguins and sea lions in their natural habitat. – Paracas
- ✓You will depart from Paracas to a traditional Pisco vineyard, where you will learn how Peruvian pisco is produced and taste the different varieties made on-site. You will also have free time here to enjoy lunch (not included). After your visit, reboard your Peru Hop bus to Huacachina.
- ✓An exclusive 2 hour tour (most companies only offer 1 hour) where you can ride up the huge sand dunes on an amazing Dune Buggy, and then sandboard down! We recommend lying face down on the board as its easier and much more fun! This will be an incredible experience and a lot of people say that this is their favorite thing to do in Peru after Machu Picchu!
- ✓Once your dune buggy adventure is finished, you have time to grab some dinner before heading back to Lima. Settle in aboard your comfortable Peru Hop bus with onboard high-speed Wi-Fi, luxury semi-bed reclining seats, and an onboard restroom (we’re the only tour company with restrooms on board). We’ll put on classic movies like Mrs. Doubtfire and hand out free popcorn for a fun ride back to the city. You will arrive back to Lima around 11:30 pm and we will drop you off at your accommodation.
What's included
- ✓2-hour boat tour to the Ballestas Island
- ✓Free Time to explore Huacachina Desert Oasis
- ✓Stay connected with high-speed onboard Wi-Fi (Only available through Peru Hop)
- ✓The Only company with Luxury Buses for the long journey, others use small vans
- ✓Extended vineyard visit with guided wine and pisco tasting (exclusive to Peru Hop)
- ✓2-Hour Sandboarding, Dune Buggy and Sunset tour
- ✓All Taxes & Fees – no hidden charges
- ✓Huge Luxury Peru Hop Bus with onboard Restroom (DOUBLE the size of all other tour companies)
- ✓Friendly onboard Bilingual host to assist and advise
- ✓Pick up and drop off at your hotel
- ✓Safety helmets for dune buggy and First aid kit (Only company to provide them)
What's not included
- ✓Food and drinks
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We pick up from hotels and hostels located in Miraflores, Barranco, San Isidro and some in Lima downtown.
Bring sunscreen, it is hot all year round in Paracas and Huacachina.
Minimum age for the buggy and sandboarding tour is 7 years oid
The Only company with Luxury Buses for the long journey, others use small vans
The Only company with high speed satellite Wi-Fi
The tour runs with slight adjustments during the following holidays: Easter weekend (April 2-5) and Peru's Independence Day celebrations (July 27-29). The pick-up time will be 1 hour before the usual time.
Pickup time and detailed information will be to shared through Whatsapp. Please download Whatsapp if you don't have it
View the pickup list when booking to see if your hotel is included among the pickup points. If it is not on the list, choose “I'll decide later" or "My hotel is not on the list" and after booking let us know where you are staying. We will inform you whether we can pick you up directly at your hotel, or the nearest alternative. -Pick ups from hotels/hostels in San Isidro: between 4:50 am and 5:00 am -Pick ups from hotels/hostels in Miraflores: between 5:00 am and 5:40 am -Pick ups from hotels/hostels in Barranco: between 5:45 am and 6:00 am
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.