
Huacachina and Ballestas Island tour from Lima With Pisco Tasting
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Is Huacachina and Ballestas Island tour from Lima With Pisco Tasting worth booking?
Huacachina and Ballestas Island tour from Lima With Pisco Tasting is a 15-hour experience in Lima, Peru, from $300 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
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- Duration
- 15 hours
- From
- $300 per person
Discover the stunning beauty of Paracas and Ica on this private full-day tour from Lima. Start early with a visit to the Ballestas Islands, where you’ll encounter vibrant marine life including sea lions and various bird
What you get
- Adventure sports (Buggies + sandboarding).
- Tasting of pisco, wines, and mistelas.
- Visit to the Ballestas Islands.
- Tourist taxes (S/16).
- All entrance tickets (S/4).
- Round-trip tourist transportation.
About this experience
Discover the stunning beauty of Paracas and Ica on this private full-day tour from Lima. Start early with a visit to the Ballestas Islands, where you’ll encounter vibrant marine life including sea lions and various bird species. Enjoy a delicious lunch at Cultur Pisco in Ica, followed by an engaging guided tour of the pisco-making process. Experience the thrill of buggies and sandboarding in the enchanting Huacachina oasis, capped off with a breathtaking sunset over the dunes—perfect for unforgettable photos. - Private round-trip transportation for comfort and convenience - Guided tour of the Ballestas Islands with marine wildlife sightings - Lunch included at a local pisco winery with tasting - Sandboarding and buggy ride in Huacachina's stunning desert landscape
What's included
Included
- Adventure sports (Buggies + sandboarding).
- Tasting of pisco, wines, and mistelas.
- Visit to the Ballestas Islands.
- Tourist taxes (S/16).
- All entrance tickets (S/4).
- Round-trip tourist transportation.
- Pick-up at designated departure points.
- Visit to the Huacachina Oasis.
What you'll see and do
Las Islas Ballestas
Upon arrival at Puerto del Chaco, you'll have 30 to 40 minutes to enjoy breakfast on your own and use the restrooms. It's the perfect time to relax, savor a local coffee overlooking the sea, and prepare for the start of your excursion. Afterward, we'll head to the pier to embark on a fascinating trip to the Ballestas Islands, renowned for their stunning marine biodiversity and rock formations sculpted by the wind and sea. During the boat tour, you'll have the opportunity to observe colonies of sea lions basking on the rocks, as well as pelicans, boobies, seagulls, and other migratory birds that fill the coastal sky with life and color. Along the way, you'll also admire the famous Candelabro geoglyph of Paracas, an enigmatic figure carved into the sand that has intrigued explorers and scientists for centuries. This boat trip, which lasts approximately an hour and a half, will provide unique opportunities for photography and enjoy direct contact with nature.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Huacachina Oasis
In the afternoon, the adventure continues at the legendary Huacachina Oasis, a place surrounded by enormous dunes that create a dreamlike landscape in the middle of the desert. Here, you'll experience an adrenaline rush as you hop into buggies and race across the tallest dunes in the country. This buggy activity is a shared service, as the vehicles operate in shifts with the local operator. Afterward, you can try sandboarding, gliding down the sand and feeling the thrill of this unique activity in Peru. If you have professional snowboarding experience, you can request a professional sandboard in advance for an additional $15 per person, which will further enhance the experience.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Lima
in front of the Marriott Hotel
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
in front of the Marriott Hotel
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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- South America Exploor
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Good to know
- Duration
- 15 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 8+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by South America Exploor, who run 17 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 54.4.
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Huacachina and Ballestas Island tour from Lima With Pisco Tasting: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lima.
How much does Huacachina and Ballestas Island tour from Lima With Pisco Tasting cost?
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Prices start at $300 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 Huacachina and Ballestas Island tour from Lima With Pisco Tasting take?
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Plan for about 15 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 Huacachina and Ballestas Island tour from Lima With Pisco Tasting worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 Huacachina and Ballestas Island tour from Lima With Pisco Tasting?
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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 Huacachina and Ballestas Island tour from Lima With Pisco Tasting suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 8. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 15-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Huacachina and Ballestas Island tour from Lima With Pisco Tasting?
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Around 0 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 15-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Huacachina and Ballestas Island tour from Lima With Pisco Tasting 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, Paracas and Huacachina Exclusive Sunset Picnic Tour, 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.
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