
The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip worth booking?
The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip is a 48-hour experience in Lima, Peru, from $565 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 48 hours
- From
- $565 per person
Travel privately and discover the highlights of Peru’s southern coast in one carefully planned 2-day journey. Experience the Ballestas Islands, the Paracas National Reserve, the mysterious Nazca Lines, and the iconic Huacachina Oasis without having to organize separate tours. On Day 1, explore the marine wildlife of the Ballestas Islands and the dramatic landscapes of the Paracas desert and Pacific coast. On Day 2, take an unforgettable flight over the ancient Nazca Lines before visiting Huacachina, a spectacular oasis surrounded by towering sand dunes. With a private service and a well-organized itinerary, you can enjoy these remarkable destinations while traveling comfortably with your own group. From marine wildlife and coastal scenery to ancient geoglyphs and desert landscapes, this journey brings together some of southern Peru’s most distinctive experiences in just two days.
What you get
About this experience
Travel privately and discover the highlights of Peru’s southern coast in one carefully planned 2-day journey. Experience the Ballestas Islands, the Paracas National Reserve, the mysterious Nazca Lines, and the iconic Huacachina Oasis without having to organize separate tours. On Day 1, explore the marine wildlife of the Ballestas Islands and the dramatic landscapes of the Paracas desert and Pacific coast. On Day 2, take an unforgettable flight over the ancient Nazca Lines before visiting Huacachina, a spectacular oasis surrounded by towering sand dunes. With a private service and a well-organized itinerary, you can enjoy these remarkable destinations while traveling comfortably with your own group. From marine wildlife and coastal scenery to ancient geoglyphs and desert landscapes, this journey brings together some of southern Peru’s most distinctive experiences in just two days.
What's included
Included
- Nazca Lines overflight (from Nazca airport - Shared flight).
- Entrance ticket to Paracas National Reserve & Excursion to Ballestas Islands
- Knowledgeable Tour Guide
- Huacachina Oasis Visit
- Private Air-condinionet vehicle - (shared activities: boat tour Ballestas Islands & Nazca flight)
Not included
- No meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Hotel
What you'll see and do
Las Islas Ballestas
Enjoy a scenic boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, one of Peru’s most fascinating marine wildlife destinations. Cruise along the Pacific coast and observe sea lions, Humboldt penguins, pelicans, cormorants, and other seabirds in their natural environment. Along the way, you’ll also see the mysterious Candelabra geoglyph carved into the desert landscape overlooking the ocean. The boat ride offers a unique opportunity to get close to Peru’s coastal wildlife while enjoying spectacular views of rocky islands, sea caves, arches, and the Pacific Ocean. It’s a memorable combination of nature, wildlife, and breathtaking coastal scenery.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Paracas National Reserve
Explore the spectacular Paracas National Reserve, where the vast desert meets the Pacific Ocean. Travel through its dramatic coastal landscapes and stop at scenic viewpoints to admire the contrast between golden desert cliffs, rugged coastline, and deep blue ocean. During the visit, discover the unique natural environment of the reserve and learn about the landscapes, wildlife, and geological features that make this one of Peru’s most distinctive coastal destinations. Enjoy time to take photographs and experience the breathtaking scenery of the Paracas desert and Pacific coast. ACCOMMODATION: You can choose where to stay, in Paracas or Huacachina. Since it is a private trip we can accommodate this itinerary for you.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Nasca Lines
On the second day, we’ll head to Nazca for an unforgettable flight over the Nazca Lines, one of Peru’s most fascinating archaeological mysteries and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the air, you’ll have a unique perspective of these enormous geoglyphs, created between 500 BC and AD 500 across the desert landscape. During the flight, you’ll see some of the most famous figures, including the Hummingbird, Spider, Monkey, Condor, and Pelican, along with numerous geometric shapes and lines extending across the desert. Their original purpose remains uncertain, adding to the mystery and fascination of this extraordinary archaeological site.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Palpa
Before reaching Nazca, we’ll make a stop at the Palpa Lines and Geoglyphs, a fascinating group of ancient figures and designs created across the desert hills of the Palpa region. Some of these geoglyphs are associated with the Paracas and Topará cultures and are considered older than many of the better-known Nazca Lines, offering a fascinating glimpse into the origins of this ancient tradition. From the Palpa viewpoints, you’ll have the opportunity to observe several large human and animal figures, as well as geometric designs carefully integrated into the surrounding desert landscape. This stop adds another fascinating dimension to your journey, allowing you to discover lesser-known geoglyphs before continuing to Nazca.
20 minutes here
Huacachina
Then, we’ll visit Huacachina Oasis, one of the most iconic destinations in southern Peru, where a small natural lagoon is surrounded by palm trees and the immense dunes of the Ica Desert. Enjoy a relaxing walk around the lagoon, admire the unique desert scenery, and take memorable photographs of this extraordinary landscape. This peaceful oasis offers a fascinating contrast between water, vegetation, and endless sand dunes. It is the perfect opportunity to experience the distinctive beauty of the Ica Desert and discover one of Peru’s most recognizable landscapes before beginning our return journey to Lima.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 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 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Lima Highlights Tours
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
1 mentionThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing start in Peru
We went on a two-day tour and everything was just perfect. Doris did an amazing job organizing it, and even managed to add an extra activity to the package at our request. Our guide, Jonathan, provided us with tons of interesting information — whether it was about history, culture, or everyday life in modern Peru. He was super helpful in answering all our questions and clearly knows the area inside and out, including all the hidden gems. Highly recommended. – Fanni& István
Response from the operator: Hello! Thank you very much for sharing your comment about your experience with us. It is always a pleasure to show our city to travelers from all over the world. Best wishes
via Tripadvisor
Great experience. Our...
Great experience. Our guide Jonathan was very good and the driver as well. I would recommend both to my friends.
Response from the operator: Hello! Thank you very much for sharing your comment about your experience with us. It is always a pleasure to show our city to travelers from all over the world. Best wishes
via Viator
Can’t miss it!
We had a great experience thanks to Lima Highlight Tours. the places we visited were unique, the SUV we were transported in was very comfortable and clean, and the restaurants we had lunch at were delicious. We first started our tour visiting the Nazca Lines. It was so interesting to learn about the Nazca culture and about Marie Reiche. Jonathan, our tour guide, was so knowledgeable, and explained many things to us before we went up in to the air to see those interesting figures that have remained like that over time. We also visited the Cantalloc aqueducts in Nazca, very interesting. Our experience in the Huacachina Oasis was also unforgettable. Watching the sunset over the dunes was amazing, and the dune buggy ride and sand boarding was pure adrenaline. We felt in a roller coaster driving over those dunes! The Paracas National Reserve was full of beautiful contrasting landscapes given by the ocean, desserts, cliffs and wild birds. We drove buggies to be able to contemplate all the beautiful landscapes. Great experience! Since the coast guards were not allowing boats to go to the Ballestas Islands that day, we ended up going to a Pisco Vineyard to taste the different types of Pisco in Peru. Nice stop! We totally recommend this tour to everyone. At the moment of doing our booking, Doris responded promptly to all our questions. Alejandro, the driver, made sure we arrived safe and on time to every destination. He was also very friendly. Jonathan, our tour guide really made sure we had a great experience during our tour and learned from those regions we visited. It’s so nice to find tour guides that are so passionate and knowledgeable about their culture. The next day we arrived from the tour, we decided to take a Lima city tour with Lima Highlights and it worked out great as well. Jonathan organized everything for us and we were taken to the airport at the end of the day to finish our visit. We had a memorable time, thanks again Lima Highlight Tours!
Response from the operator: Hello! Thank you very much for sharing your comment about your experience with us. It is always a pleasure to show our city to travelers from all over the world. Best wishes
via Tripadvisor
Must do!!!
Traveling privately with Lima Highlight Tours added many memories to my trip to Peru. The Nazca Lines were impressive. Our guide, Lucas was very knowledgeable and took us to the aqueducts on land and some other Nazca ruins before our overflight In order to deepen our knowledge of this ancient culture. On our way back to lima he also stopped at a cat that was drawn by a culture previous to the Nazcas. The dune buggy ride at the Huacachina oasis was an adrenaline rush as was the sand boarding. The paracas national Reserve was filled with visitas of the desert, cliffs, beaches and ocean. We also saw fossilized algae since this was an ancient ocean. The SUV was very comfortable which is important because it is a long trip. The driver, Alonso, drove safely and We were able to sleep during the longer drives. I also didn’t airport transfers and a city tour with lima highlight. They are very accommodating and helpful. They speak wonderful English and I felt safe at all times.
Response from the operator: Hello! Thank you very much for sharing your comment about your experience with us. It is always a pleasure to show our city to travelers from all over the world. Best wishes
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 48 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
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Lima Highlights Tours, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 70.7.
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The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lima.
How much does The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip cost?
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Prices start at $565 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 The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip take?
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Plan for about 48 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 The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 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 The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip?
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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 The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 48-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip?
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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 48-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip 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 The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip?
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Included: Nazca Lines overflight (from Nazca airport - Shared flight); Entrance ticket to Paracas National Reserve & Excursion to Ballestas Islands; Knowledgeable Tour Guide; Huacachina Oasis Visit; and Private Air-condinionet vehicle - (shared activities: boat tour Ballestas Islands & Nazca. Not included: No meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner; and Hotel. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 331 listed pickup locations in and around Lima. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip offered in?
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It is offered in 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 The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip?
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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.
What happens to The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Lima. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about The Nazca Lines, Paracas & Huacachina Oasis (2D/1N) Private Trip?
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Across 4 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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