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2 Day Tour Paracas, Ica, Huacachina Oasis with Flight Over the Nazca Lines

Starting From From $391.57 per person Current Project Expedition rate
2 Days 4.18 / 5 0 reviews Easy activity level Small Group Multiday Trip Operated by Terra Quechua Peru
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The Experience

What your day looks like

Embark on a captivating two-day expedition through the coastal wonders and desert mysteries of southern Peru. Your adventure begins with a premium boat excursion to the Ballestas Islands, often called the "Galápagos of Peru," where you will encounter a vibrant ecosystem of sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and diverse marine birds. The journey then transitions into the heart of the Ica desert to the breathtaking Huacachina Oasis. Here, the adrenaline rises as you traverse towering golden dunes in specialized tubular sand buggies and experience the thrill of sandboarding down the slopes as the sun sets over the desert horizon. The second day of your journey takes you to the skies for an unforgettable flight over the enigmatic Nazca Lines. From high above, you will witness the scale and precision of these ancient geoglyphs, including geometric shapes and biological figures etched into the desert floor over a thousand years ago. This comprehensive tour perfectly balances high-energy adventure with profound archaeological discovery, offering a seamless and deeply immersive look at the natural beauty and cultural legacy that define the Peruvian south.

At a Glance

The experience, in brief

  • Witness the enigmatic Nasca Lines, ancient geoglyphs etched into the desert floor
  • Explore the Huacachina Oasis and ride across towering dunes in tubular cars
  • Sail to the Ballestas Islands and observe a wide variety of marine wildlife
Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

Lima

Welcome to this amazing trip! 4:30 AM Pick up at your hotel in Lima to head towards Paracas in our tourist mobility Arrival in Paracas and transfer to the maritime dock.

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Lima

Boating at Ballestas Islands. Boarding the slides: Putting on a life jacket and beginning the guided maritime tour of the Ballestas Islands and observation of the Candelabro An enriching tour of approximately 2 hours. For the capricious natural rock formations that house important marine fauna, such as large colonies of guano birds, Humboldt Penguins, the friendly Sea Lions, Dolphins, Guanayes, Boobies and more.

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Ica

Nature Walks at Paracas Bay. At the end of the tour: You will have free time to walk through the Bay of Paracas, which you can take advantage of to take photos, buy crafts, and learn about At noon, we will travel in tourist mobility to Ica, heading towards Huacachina.

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Ica

ATV/UTV & Off Road Tours at Huacachina. Beginning of the adventure circuit in the dunes of Huacachina: You will take a pure adrenaline ride in sand carts (buggies)

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Ica

Sandboarding at Huacachina. You will also be able to sandboard (sliding on boards). The circuit lasts approximately one hour. Then they will have free time to walk through the Oasis, ride boats, take photos, and buy crafts.

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Paracas

End of the day! Transfer from Huacachina to your hotel Overnight in a hotel with a swimming pool.

Day 2

Ica

Helicopter Tours at Nazca Lines. Check out and pick up at the hotel for transfer to Nazca 6:00 – 06:30 am: Overflight of the Nazca Lines, you will be able to observe up to 12 of the most enigmatic figures for 35 minutes: 1. The Whale, 2. Trapezoids, 3. Astronaut, 4. Monkey, 5. Dog, 6. Condor, 7. Spider, 8. Hummingbird, 9. Alcatraz/ Flamingo , 10. Parrot, 11. The Hands, 12. The Tree.

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Paracas

End of the trip! Once the overflight is over, transfer to the Cruz del Sur bus station.

Before You Go

What to know before booking

Included

Pick up from the hotel Round-trip transfer from Lima Visit the winery in Ica Ballestas Islands Tour in gliders + life jackets Visit Huacachina Sandboarding and Tubular Circuit (sandboxes) Transfer to the Nazca airfield Pick up at the hotel for each tour and return Certified guide

Not Included

Meals Overflight S/ 77.00 soles per person (paid on the spot with the help of the guide, in cash) Snacks and drinks. Tips & gratuities

What to Bring

Original passport Appropriate clothing for sunny weather Hat Sunglasses Sun protection Water Snacks Cash for personal use

Meeting & Pickup

We will pick you up at your hotel in Lima

Planning Notes

Minimum age: 5 Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business

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