Paracas & Huacachina Oasis: Epic Full Day Guided Tour From Lima
Traveler rating
3.5/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Paracas & Huacachina Oasis: Epic Full Day Guided Tour From Lima worth booking?
Paracas & Huacachina Oasis: Epic Full Day Guided Tour From Lima is a 18-hour experience in Lima, Peru, from $89 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 3.5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 18 hours
- From
- $89 per person
INCREDIBLE & AUTHENTIC DAY TRIP from LIMA to PARACAS and HUACACHINA OASIS at LOCAL PRICES! This day trip from LIMA includes the following INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCES: 1. A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME VISIT to HUACACHINA DESERT OASIS
What you get
About this experience
INCREDIBLE & AUTHENTIC DAY TRIP from LIMA to PARACAS and HUACACHINA OASIS at LOCAL PRICES! This day trip from LIMA includes the following INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCES: 1. A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME VISIT to HUACACHINA DESERT OASIS with FREE TIME to EXPLORE the OASIS 2. DUNE BUGGY UP & SANDBOARD finishing with a SPECTACULAR SUNSET VIEW in the MIDDLE of the DESERT. 3. A TRIP to the BALLESTAS ISLANDS in PARACAS! See SEALIONS, PENGUINS and MORE in their NATURAL HABITAT. 4. A VISIT to a LOCAL PISCO VINEYARD to LEARN HOW PISCO IS MADE and TASTE DIFFERENT VARIETIES. We only use LARGE COMFORTABLE BUSES...other budget operators use SMALLER MINIVANS. Over 1,000 5-STAR REVIEWS, the #1 RANKED BUDGET OPERATOR on GYG is NOW AVAILABLE on VIATOR/TRIPADVISOR!
What's included
Included
- Visit to a pisco vineyard with pisco tasting
- 2-hour boat tour in Paracas
- On-board restrooms
- Professional bilingual guide
- Roundtrip transportation
Not included
- Meals and beverages
- Pickup and drop-off services
- Local taxes (16 PEN in Paracas, 8 PEN in Huacachina)
- Dune buggy and sandboarding (10 USD, optional)
What you'll see and do
Miraflores
Begin your adventure with direct transportation to Paracas, a charming seaside town, on a comfortable 4-hour ride. Meet the bus OPPOSITE the JW Marriott hotel, Malecon de la Reserva 615, Miraflores. Please wait near the small information kiosk. Make sure to be there by 5:30 am.
240 minutes here
Las Islas Ballestas
Upon arrival, embark on a 2-hour boat tour of the Ballestas Islands, a smaller version of the Galapagos, where you can observe sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and a variety of birds in their natural habitat.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Ica
After the Ballestas Islands, continue to a local pisco vineyard where you will learn how Peruvian pisco is made and taste the different varieties produced there. Free time for lunch.
120 minutes here
Oasis Huacachina
Continue to Huacachina, a picturesque oasis in the Ica Desert, known for its towering sand dunes, some of the largest in South America. Enjoy some free time to explore the oasis.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Oasis Huacachina
In Huacachina, you will have enough time to go on an exhilarating buggy and sandboarding adventure (optional – extra fee) across the dunes, an unforgettable experience in South America's only natural desert oasis.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Miraflores
Depart from Huacachina at 7:00 pm, arriving in Lima around 11:45 pm. We will drop off passengers at the same place we pick up from, at approximately 11:45 pm.
300 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Lima
Passengers must meet OPPOSITE the JW Marriott hotel, Mal. de la Reserva 615, Miraflores, from 05:30 am. Please wait near the small information kiosk.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Passengers must meet OPPOSITE the JW Marriott hotel, Mal. de la Reserva 615, Miraflores, from 05:30 am. Please wait near the small information kiosk.
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
- Day Tours Peru
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Paracas & Huacachina Oasis: Epic Full Day Guided Tour From Lima. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
An experience ruined by poor organization
My experience with the full tour of Paracas and Huacachina from Lima has been quite disappointing. The places we visited are spectacular and very much worth it, but the management and organization of the tour were, in my opinion, disastrous. The excursion to the Ballestas Islands went well and up to that point everything was going correctly. The problem began when returning to the bus. Upon boarding, they had changed the seats we had used during the entire trip. It is not about wanting to sit next to a friend or a question of comfort, but a basic question of organization and, above all, safety. If during the trip each person has a seat assigned or marked by the guide, the logical thing is to maintain those same seats during the tour. At this point, the guide Luis should have been stricter and should have clearly indicated that each person had to keep their seat. But, without a doubt, the worst part of the day was the meal. We were waiting for nearly two hours and, finally, the guide himself asked me: “You haven't ordered, right?”. I had ordered. At 11:00 in the morning, I placed the order along with my friends through the link that he himself had sent to the WhatsApp group. However, my dish did not arrive until 3:30 PM. To top it off, I had to share it with another guy at my table who also had not been brought his food. A totally unacceptable situation after having waited so long. Furthermore, some people were offered a complimentary drink and we were not, without being given any explanation. All of this made the service during the meal really bad and caused us to lose a lot of time. I also consider that there was a lack of transparency on the part of the guide. At the beginning of the tour, Luis presented the restaurant/place where we were going to eat as if it were an exceptional and special site of the tour, when later it became clear that it is a place where they habitually take groups. It does not seem right to me to sell an experience in a certain way when the reality is different. All this delay had direct consequences on the Huacachina part. We should have started the activities around 4:00 PM, but we finally arrived at 5:00 PM. Evidently, we were no longer able to enjoy the two hours planned. The sunset arrived practically as soon as we got there, so we had very little time to really enjoy the sandboarding and the experience in the dunes. It is a shame, because Huacachina was precisely one of the parts I was most excited about. Finally, there was also a significant lack of information regarding dinner. Luis sent a link to the WhatsApp group, but he did not clearly explain what had to be done. Nobody knew that dinner was for picking up and eating later on the bus. Such important information should have been explained clearly over the microphone and to the whole group, instead of just sending a link without sufficient instructions. In summary: the places we visited were spectacular and the itinerary itself has a lot of potential, but the organization, communication, and time management were very poor. A tour of this type depends a lot on the guide knowing how to organize the group, give clear instructions, and control the timing, and in this case I consider that it was not done well. I will keep the landscapes and experiences of Paracas and Huacachina, but not the tour organization. A shame, because with much more professional management it could have been an incredible day.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Fantastic Adventure
Be prepared for a long day, but a great adventure that you don’t want to miss. Our guide, Sol was extremely professional and organized.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 18 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
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Paracas & Huacachina Oasis: Epic Full Day Guided Tour From Lima: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lima.
How much does Paracas & Huacachina Oasis: Epic Full Day Guided Tour From Lima cost?
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Prices start at $89 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 Paracas & Huacachina Oasis: Epic Full Day Guided Tour From Lima take?
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Plan for about 18 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 Paracas & Huacachina Oasis: Epic Full Day Guided Tour From Lima worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.5/5 across 2 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 Paracas & Huacachina Oasis: Epic Full Day Guided Tour From Lima?
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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 Paracas & Huacachina Oasis: Epic Full Day Guided Tour From Lima suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 18-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Paracas & Huacachina Oasis: Epic Full Day Guided Tour From Lima?
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Around 1 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 18-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Paracas & Huacachina Oasis: Epic Full Day Guided Tour From Lima 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.
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