1 Day Trip to Huacachina
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 28 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 1 Day Trip to Huacachina worth booking?
1 Day Trip to Huacachina is a 17-hour experience in Lima, Peru, from $109 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 28 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (28)
- Duration
- 17 hours
- From
- $109 per person
Visit Huacachina with the most epic day Trip from Lima. Visit America’s oldest vineyard for lunch. Explore Huacachina Oasis and the dunes with your Buggy-sandboarding Tour; finish the day with a Magical Sunset Picnic on
What you get
- Accommodation Pick up/Drop off
- Lunch
- Caravedo Pisco Vineyard Tour and Tasting
- Certified Peruvian Guide with Fluent English on board.
- Picnic in Huacachina Desert at Sunset
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
Visit Huacachina with the most epic day Trip from Lima. Visit America’s oldest vineyard for lunch. Explore Huacachina Oasis and the dunes with your Buggy-sandboarding Tour; finish the day with a Magical Sunset Picnic on the Desert. We provide the safest buggy experience in Peru. Lima Experience is the only agency in Huacachina to provide helmets for buggy and sandboarding tours, we comply to international safety standards. Travel comfortably and enjoy an itinerary that combines nature, adventure, and unique landscapes. Lima Experience is considered the TOP 1 travel agency in Lima rated 5 stars on Google Maps and tripadvisor.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation Pick up/Drop off
- Lunch
- Caravedo Pisco Vineyard Tour and Tasting
- Certified Peruvian Guide with Fluent English on board.
- Picnic in Huacachina Desert at Sunset
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- 2 hour Dune Buggy & Sandboarding Tour
Not included
- Meals
- Alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities
- Professional Sandboars to Stand Up is NOT INCLUDED
What you'll see and do
Lima
We pick you up directly from your accommodation in any hotel, hostel, airbnb or friend house inside Lima touristic area. You will travel by VIP bus from Lima to Paracas. Before the Trip: - We will share the contact of the driver who will take you to the bus terminal. - It is important to have breakfast in advance. Important: - Bring your original Passport - You travel on a luxury bus but it is not Lima Experience Bus - The VIP bus service has onboard assistant but it is not a Lima Experience Guide
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Paracas
Upon arrival in Paracas, you will meet our Lima Experience guide, who will be waiting for you. You will board our bus and continue the journey with the group to La Caravedo Vineyard. Visit an exclusive and oldest vineyard in America. It produces the most important and well-known Peruvian Pisco: Porton. Enjoy a delicious lunch and an exciting tour featuring Pisco samples.
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Ica
Visit an exclusive and oldest vineyard in America. It produces the most important and well-known Peruvian Pisco: Porton. Enjoy a delicious lunch and an exciting tour featuring Pisco samples.
120 minutes here
Huacachina
A hidden oasis surrounded by giant sand dunes. Enjoy free time to explore, grab a drink, or snap some great photos. Our meeting point is the best—right in front of the oasis.
40 minutes here
Huacachina Dunes
Feel the adrenaline as we race down the hills in our dune buggies for an extended 2 hour tour. Once on top of the dune you can take amazing pictures or grab an artisanal sandboard that is provided to slide down the dunes on your stomach. Please Note: A driver will operate the vehicle for safety reasons, both in private and shared services The best part of the day comes when the sun starts to set, we’ll take you to our secret spot on the dunes to relax and enjoy a special picnic during the most beautiful desert sunset in Perú.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Lima Experience
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- All passengers must carry their physical passport throughout the trip. It is required for highway inspections, tax exemption, and boarding the bus. In case of an accident requiring medical attention, they will only be treated if they present their physical passport. Otherwise, they will NOT be attended to.
- It is mandatory to send a photo of your passport at least 24 hours before the trip so we can arrange your transportation from Lima to Ica. This information is required to issue your bus tickets.
- Before the tour, all participants must attend a mandatory safety briefing and sign a safety and responsibility form.
- If you want to do stand-up sandboarding, you must do so on your own with another operator and cannot rejoin our group. In that case, you will forfeit the buggy, sandboarding, and picnic, without a refund.
- Passengers weighing more than 100 kg must pay USD 10 for an additional seat. This applies to the Huacachina buggies. In the case of the bus, an additional seat will be assigned at a cost of 25 USD
- Children under 3 years old do not pay for the tour; however, parents must cover any additional expenses (entrance fees, snacks, or extra activities).
- For the buggy tour, children under 3 years old must travel in a private service, pay for a seat, and use a safety carrier.
- Children over 3 years old will have a seat available; however, parents should be aware that the buggy operates at high speed due to the nature of the activity.
- Parents must sign a consent form for minors to participate in the buggy tour.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 28 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
28 verified traveler reviews for 1 Day Trip to Huacachina. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Caracas and Huacuchina Day trip!
Wonderful day! Fernando the guide is extremely knowledgeable, kind and genuine in his sharing of the trip. The sunset picnic was unforgettable! One thing I would give feedback is maybe to change the breakfast place restuarant they are tied up with as the food was not good for the price they charged. Keep up the great work!
via Tripadvisor
The authentic side of Lima
The tour was amazing and our guide Yoced was very knowledgeable and showed us the amazing side of Lima!
via Tripadvisor
Incredible vibes
Fernando was extremely impressive. The tours were incredible, and he is the perfect person for the job. He provided a great amount of education about every place we visited, made sure we were safe at all times, and kept everything running smoothly. The entire trip was exceptionally organized. We did three different excursions, and there was never a moment of stress or uncertainty. If you’re considering a Huacachina excursion, I can’t recommend Lima Experience enough. At first, I was hesitant to pay the extra money, but after experiencing it, I can confidently say it was worth every penny. The package includes the Ballestas Islands, a pisco vineyard tour, a beautiful sunset picnic, the dune buggy adventure, and sandboarding. Considering everything that’s included, the value is outstanding. On top of the incredible excursions, the service is truly first-class. Fernando even personally met us outside our Airbnb and walked us to the bus, which immediately showed the level of care and professionalism the company provides. The bus was comfortable, the group had a great atmosphere, and the entire experience exceeded my expectations from start to finish. I would absolutely book with Lima Experience again.
via Tripadvisor
An amazing experience ✨
This was an amazing trip everything was so great organized from the day before , the pick up times and locations and all the information before and on the trip on a group chat. Bianca was our guide and she was awesome and so sweet ,the entire staff was amazing from our first stop in paracas until our last one of the day which it was sandboarding at the huacachina , the day ended with a super cute picnic watching a breathtaking sunset , it was an incredible experience. If you are thinking about booking with them do not hesitate 10/10 ✨
via Tripadvisor
Huaccacinna day trip!
We were so impressed with the full day tour - it was above and beyond what we were expecting. Our tour guide, Bianca was also terrific. She made sure everyone in our group always knew where to go and had everything they needed. She even took photos for all of us as well as videos. They had excellent communication through what’s app as well! Would definitely recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 17 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 2+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $109 to $129
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 10
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Lima Experience, who run 6 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 78.1 and 2 in the 90+ Club.
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1 Day Trip to Huacachina: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lima.
How much does 1 Day Trip to Huacachina cost?
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Prices start at $109 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Lima usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 1 Day Trip to Huacachina take?
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Plan for about 17 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Lima is not rushed.
Is 1 Day Trip to Huacachina worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 28 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Lima, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 1 Day Trip to Huacachina?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 1 Day Trip to Huacachina suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 2. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 17-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book 1 Day Trip to Huacachina?
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Around 10 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Lima can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Lima and add a light layer if any part of the 17-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 1 Day Trip to Huacachina start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Lima within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Lima?
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On Outty we rank every Lima experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting, The Complete Lima Experience: History, Culture & Flavors, #1 Rated Lima Cooking Class: Make Ceviche, Causa & Pisco Sours!. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Lima?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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