Paracas National Reserve Tour: Explore Peruvian Wildlife and Landscapes in a 7-Hour Journey
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14 Ratings
Paracas
Embark on a 7-hour journey through Paracas National Reserve, where you'll discover Peruvian wildlife, stunning landscapes, and the famous Ballestas Islands. Get ready for bird watching, sea lion encounters, and the chance to see the majestic flamingos in their natural habitat.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Islas Ballestas - Ballestas Islands Tour.- We will board our slider with 02 outboard motors that will take us to the wonderful Ballestas Islands, we stop after about 10 minutes at a northern point of the Paracas peninsula to look at, photograph and film the Chandelier where the guide tourism in summary will explain about the measures, materials of the area and its possible origin. Then we will continue our trip to the most important majestic wildlife sanctuary on the Peruvian coast, where we will observe sea lions, booby birds, pelicans, penguins and other seabirds.
The return becomes relaxing and enjoying the sea breeze is a natural anti-stress. - Paracas National Reserve - You will have 1 free hour to walk along the boardwalk, and then board our vehicle to begin our group trip to the Paracas Reserve. During your tour, you will learn more about the Paracas Reserve by observing all the fauna, flora and many other important facts about the Paracas Peninsula. We will then drive through a lifeless desert until we reach an area where once stood a large natural rock formation known as the Cathedral. Unfortunately, this old formation did not withstand the earthquake of 2007. In this place you will have stunning views of the desert and the blue ocean and see thousands of sea birds, and then you will visit Red Beach. Without a doubt, the Tour to the Paracas National Reserve is something unique to see in Peru.
What's Included
- Lifejacket
What's Not Included
- Tip
- Lunch
Additional Information
We journey across the Paracas bay to behold Peru’s largest peninsula. Our voyage includes a stop at a northern point of the Paracas peninsula, where we observe, click pictures, and record the Chandelier, with our guide providing brief insights about its measurements, local materials, and potential origins. The tour sails forth, reaching the Ballestas Islands about 15 minutes post the Chandelier. For avid bird watchers, a plethora of species awaits, including seagulls, terns, boobies, cormorants, pelicans, vultures, and Humboldt penguins. Yet, the star attraction of the tours are undoubtedly the sea lions.
Relish the journey through the Paracas National Reserve aboard our state-of-the-art transport. The Reserve safeguards a desert coast habitat revered by seabirds, including flamingos. The breathtaking panorama and the chance to observe these vivid pink avian creatures make this tour a must for photography enthusiasts and bird aficionados.
Location
Travel agency Paracas Explorer
We will meet at our office 30 minutes in advance, to go to the dock to board. It is a 2-minute walk away.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(14 Ratings)
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Emmalu715cd
Mar 15, 2024
I absolutely recommend! Very nice excursions - An anthology excursion in 2 parts. Ricardo our first guide for the boat part was very nice, and even spoke a little French for us. The nature is magnificent, we saw sea lions there, one of which devoured a bird! and different species of birds. Our second guide, Emmanuel was excellent and is really passionate about his job. He knows a lot about this desert of sand and salt that we visited with him by private car. I think we were lucky because usually the tour is done by bus. Thank you so much !
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Tourist571690
Feb 9, 2024
Top service in Paracas - One of the best experiences in my life! The tour guide was very professional and kind. I really recommend it! Thanks Paracas Explorer!
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124edue
Feb 8, 2024
Very nice experience, very trained and helpful staff. I loved it too much 10 out of 10 - Very nice experience, very trained, attentive and very helpful staff. I loved the experience too much 10 out of 10
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Juan
Feb 8, 2024
Unforgettable Experience: Ballestas Islands Tour Exceptional Service!" - Excellent tour of the Ballestas Islands in Paracas - Ica! I was impressed with the high quality service offered by the team on this tour. The staff was extremely attentive and helpful throughout the experience. From the moment we booked until we returned, we were treated with professionalism and cordiality. The views from the Ballestas Islands are simply stunning, and the knowledge shared by the guides was incredibly informative. I recommend this tour to everyone who visits Paracas. An unforgettable experience with exceptional service!
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Mbryantskn
Jan 2, 2024
Excellent tour - We did a combined tour of Islas Ballestas and the Paracas National Reserve with Paracas Explorer. The latter ended up being a private tour because we were the only Anglophones - and Manuel really rose to the occasion. He was a great guide. Both sites are absolutely amazing - do not miss while in Paracas! The scenery is just lush.
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Luis_n
Dec 29, 2023
Amazing!!! - Your guide was amazing, a wealth of information!
Very organized, even with tons of tourist in the area and their respective agencies.
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Destinyh297
Dec 28, 2023
Awesome Tour with experienced guide - Ricardo was amazing!
Everything was wonderful !
Excellent tour of the Reserve, Ricardo knowledge was refreshing
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Lilianapp2046pa
Dec 23, 2023
Spectacular - The information provided was accurate. The communication and pick-up at the terminal was at the agreed time. The views left us speechless. We recommend, especially our guide Ricardo and José, very friendly and available for whatever we needed.
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180ozlemg
Dec 18, 2023
Incredible - It was incredible experience. In the morning we had the boat tour and afternoon had a national park tour. Eduardo and the agency were very friendly and helpful. We def will chose the same agency for Cusco.
Turkish Version:
Tour şirketinden çok memnun kaldık. Herşey çok iyi organize edilmişti. Herkese gönül rahatlığıyla tavsiye ederim.
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Claire_c
May 30, 2024
Has to be done if visiting Paracas - Was a fantastic trip split into two. Was very informative with the guides speaking in both Spanish and English.
The wildlife seen on the boat trip was fantastic, penguins and sea lions being the highlight.
The trip into Paracas Nature Reserve was enjoyable. Several short stops learning about the landscape and wildlife. Then 2 longer stops; 1 at the beach so recommend appropriate attire (I was contacted with a list of things to bring so appreciated that) and then the last stop being lunch (not paid for). El Che is definitely recommended, great food and friendly staff.
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