full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility!
Lima, Peru

full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility!

Outty Ranking 76 4.8 · 39 traveler reviews17 hoursFrom $130
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Outty Ranking

76/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.8/5

Based on 39 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility! worth booking?

full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility! is a 17-hour experience in Lima, Peru, from $130 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 39 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
76 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (39)
Duration
17 hours
From
$130 per person

We start with pickup from your hotel in Lima, Miraflores and Barranco or from the Jorge Chavez Airport As a first stop: the adventure is located in the Ballestas Islands where you can observe native marine species, such as birds, penguins, sea lions in their habitat and the famous Paracas geoglyph El Candelabro. Second stop: Visit the Paracas National Reserve. Red Beach, The cathedral and the Itmos la Peninsula viewpoint, where we will observe the wild animals within the reserve. Third stop: Visit Ica with the tasting of piscos and wines, in addition, you will have an hour of time for your lunch, then in Huacachina, tour the dunes by buggy and try sandboarding. With your powerful buggy to help you reach the top of the dunes, you'll save your energy for sandboarding. Finally, depart Huacachina and comfortably return to your accommodation in Lima, where the excursion will end.

What you get

  • Private and group transportation
  • Lifevest
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Friendly guides on board ready to help you with whatever you need
  • Official Tourism Guide English, Spanish and Portuguese
  • Pick-ups and direct transfers from/to your hotel

About this experience

We start with pickup from your hotel in Lima, Miraflores and Barranco or from the Jorge Chavez Airport As a first stop: the adventure is located in the Ballestas Islands where you can observe native marine species, such as birds, penguins, sea lions in their habitat and the famous Paracas geoglyph El Candelabro. Second stop: Visit the Paracas National Reserve. Red Beach, The cathedral and the Itmos la Peninsula viewpoint, where we will observe the wild animals within the reserve. Third stop: Visit Ica with the tasting of piscos and wines, in addition, you will have an hour of time for your lunch, then in Huacachina, tour the dunes by buggy and try sandboarding. With your powerful buggy to help you reach the top of the dunes, you'll save your energy for sandboarding. Finally, depart Huacachina and comfortably return to your accommodation in Lima, where the excursion will end.

What's included

Included

  • Private and group transportation
  • Lifevest
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Friendly guides on board ready to help you with whatever you need
  • Official Tourism Guide English, Spanish and Portuguese
  • Pick-ups and direct transfers from/to your hotel
  • Company with quality transportation, super comfortable and with an insurance policy

Not included

  • Lunch
  • Drink

What you'll see and do

  1. Las Islas Ballestas

    We will travel 3 hours from the city of Lima, to Paracas, where we will travel to the dock to board. The Ballestas Islands tour is carried out on a modern boat, where we appreciate a geoglyph called “El Candelabro”, with an extension of 170 meters and a depth of approximately 1.2 meters. Then we went to the three islands known as “Ballestas Islands”. In which we can find extraordinary monuments sculpted in rocks such as the Arch of Desire, Profile of Christ, among others. We will observe a great diversity of water birds, such as: • Guano birds • Tendrils among others, • Humboldt penguins • Pelicans • Dolphins • Sea lions There are more than 215 varieties of birds.

    120 minutes here · Admission not included

  2. Paracas National Reserve

    After taking the Ballestas Islands tour, you will have approximately 1 hour to walk the boulevard. At 11:00 am we will meet again at the Playa Roja office. In this Tours we will visit 4 of the best beaches within the Paracas National Reserve. They will be accompanied by an official tourist guide (bilingual) who will provide them with information about each point to visit. • Yumaque Beach • Red Beach • Itmos peninsula viewpoint • Cathedral

    120 minutes here · Admission not included

  3. Ica, huacachina, boggies pisco food

    We will travel 1 hour from Paracas to the city of Ica. In this tours we can visit the wineries, to do tasting of Piscos and Wines. Here you can also have lunch typical dishes of the region. Tourists will be able to buy their choice of Wines or Piscos if they so decide. After having listened to a brief information on the preparation of the Piscos or Wines, the mobility will take you directly to Huacachina. buguis and the sambordyng dunes You will have 1 hour for lunch.

    240 minutes here · Admission not included

  4. Arriving at the oasis of Huacachina you will be able to see the fabulous Lagoon and there we will be able to look at the beautiful inclined dunes. Then we will go on to make full adventure sand carts and sandboarding with the boards, we will also be able to appreciate the sunset, and take some incredible photos. After doing the tours, you will meet the guide at the starting point, to start the transfer from Huacachina - Lima.

    120 minutes here · Admission not included

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
pt, en, es
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 30 travelers per booking
Operated by
PlayaRoja Tours

Know before you go

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 39 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

5 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Photo opportunities

4 mentions

The views and photo stops come up again and again.

Organization

3 mentions

Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

Traveler reviews

39 verified traveler reviews for full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility!. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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F4377KUhugod · May 2026

Must do in Peru

Amazing landscapes, great tour guide, highly recommend it

Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed the amazing landscapes and had a great experience with our guide. It means a lot that you would highly recommend us—feedback like yours motivates us to keep delivering unforgettable tours in Peru. We hope to welcome you again soon for another adventure! 🌄✨

via Tripadvisor

John_B · April 2026

fake Luxury expectation

This was advertised as a luxury transport tour, but the experience was far from it. Instead of a smooth, well-coordinated trip, it felt like a DIY journey with multiple transfers between different tour companies. The constant switching was inconvenient, confusing, and took away from what should have been a relaxing experience. What stood out most was the lack of care for guests. There didn’t seem to be any real concern for comfort, safety, or whether we were actually enjoying the trip. It felt very disorganized and impersonal, like we were just being handed off from one provider to another. I wouldn’t recommend this company if you’re expecting a true luxury experience. You’re better off booking elsewhere with a provider that values consistency, communication, and customer care.

via Viator

angelinalW3240ZO · December 2025

BEST TOUR!! RECOMMEND 10/10

If you’re visiting Lima you HAVE to use this company Efrain was such a great guide I %100 recommend we were able to do Islas ballestas experience the view of sea lions penguins crabs birds etc , we did a wine tasting and ended at the Huacachina 10/10 a 2 hour ride doing sand boarding and dune buggy plus a sunset view. They’re the best! Thank you guys! Also shoutout to the driver very safe driver and very nice car!

via Tripadvisor

andrewsI3538HE · November 2025

Greatest experience in Paracas

Great Experience with my wife. Boat tour and dunebuggy 100% recommended. Awesome dessert and sea views from dunebuggy.

via Tripadvisor

daniel_E6380PX · October 2025

Packed and one of the best day trips

It was a awesome day with great guides and experiences! Would definitely recommend to anyone coming to Peru. We were surprised that we could actually drive the buggy ourselves to paracas, but wait until you experience the adrenaline buggy in huacachina! That was even bigger suprise and highlight of our day. The communication from Playa Roja Tours could be more clear and informative, but we learned everything we needed on the spot.

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
17 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
14
Verdict
Strongly Recommended

Why this scores 76

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)86
Review evidence (18% weight)55
Booking momentum (14% weight)48
Value for money (12% weight)100
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)50
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility!: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lima.

How much does full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility! cost?

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Prices start at $130 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 full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility! 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 full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility! worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 39 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 full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility!?

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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 full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility! suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 17-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility!?

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Around 14 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 full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility! 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 Premium Paracas & Huacachina Day Trip from Lima with Sunset Toast, Discover Lima: Love Park, Historic Center, and its Catacombs., Paracas & Huacachina Premium Experience from Lima. 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.

What is included in full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility!?

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Included: Private and group transportation; Lifevest; In-vehicle air conditioning; Friendly guides on board ready to help you with whatever you need; and Official Tourism Guide English, Spanish and Portuguese. Not included: Lunch; and Drink. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

Does full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility! include hotel pickup?

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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 193 listed pickup locations in and around Lima. Be ready about 20 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

What languages is full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility! offered in?

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It is offered in Portuguese, English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility!?

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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

Is full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility! wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

What happens to full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility! if the weather is bad?

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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

What do travelers say about full day of Lima: Paracas and Huacachina ica in luxury mobility!?

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Across 39 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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