Ballestas Islands Sightseeing Boat Ride (from Paracas)
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- duration 2 hours
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 18-99 yrs
- max group size 18
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-25535
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- Operated in English
- Starts Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve, peru
- Ends Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve, peru
- See beautiful flamingos from a breathtaking scenic overlook
- Get a glimpse of skeletons of whales, sea lions, and penguins
- Enjoy the view and go for a swim in stunning Lagunillas Beach
- Quick boat ride, friendly pelicans, souvenirs
Take a boat tour to see the impressive Candelabra geoglyph, Peruvian boobies, Humboldt penguins and abundant marine life at the Ballestas Islands archipelago. Visit the pristine Paracas Natural Reserve in the afternoon to see La Catedral rock formation and watch flamingos and parihuanas from a breathtaking scenic overlook.
As you cruise west from the tiny beach town of Paracas, you won't be able to miss the Candelabra geoglyph, a 150m high and 50m wide figure of a candlestick etched into the mountain, rumored to have been an ancient guide for sailors or a connection to the Nazca lines. A short description and time for photos is given before cruising on to the famous Ballestas Islands.
Ballestas islands is an excellent opportunity to see large families of over 100 sea lions sleeping on the shores, basking in the sun on the rocks or some barking loudly in efforts to protect their territory. Spot cormorants, the Peruvian booby and Peruvian pelican as well as other impressive varieties of sea bird species and Humboldt penguins nesting together in small groups. Feeling lucky? Watch the waters for dolphins.
Apart from the abundant marine and bird life found here, the Ballestas Islands are also very well known for the guano (seabird droppings) deposited on the island over thousands of years which creates a natural reserve of nitrogen-rich fertilizer over 50 meters deep in some areas. The guano came to be Peru's #1 export in the mid-19th century however today the extraction of guano has been regulated to every 10 years.
The return trip to Paracas is a quick, very windy, direct boat ride to the dock. You should have some time to take photos of the friendly pelicans that hang out on the shore line beside the dock, do some souvenir shopping or grab a snack before heading on to your next destination.
*Please note: Bring your passport with you as it's required for national park entry.
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- Ballestas Islands boat ride
- English speaking-guides
- Paracas National Reserve tour
- Tips for guide
- Ballestas Islands Entrance Fee (16 Soles)
- Meals and drinks
- All the tips to the guides are optional and not included
- Optional gratuities
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Ballestas Islands Sightseeing Boat Ride (from Paracas) tour. You can cancel the tour up to 63 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 62 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 27 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 27 June 2024, a deposit of 20% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceBallestas Islands Sightseeing Boat Ride (from Paracas) tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
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COVID-19 Safety MeasuresThis trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- Implemented COVID-19 Protocols
