Boat Tour of the Ballestas Islands in Paracas | 2 hours

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Boat Tour of the Ballestas Islands in Paracas
2 Adults x $20.00
$40.00
Approx Total
$40.00
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English, Spanish
  • Lifejacket
  • Official Tourism Guide
  • Snacks
  • Entrance fee to Ballestas Islands Adult: 16 Soles (USD 4.20 approx.), Child: 8 soles (USD 2.10 approx.)

Overview

The Tour to the Ballestas Islands begins at the craft and tourist dock of El Chaco. We will board our boat with 02 outboard motors that will take us to the wonderful Ballestas Islands, the most important wildlife sanctuary on the Peruvian coast, where we will observe sea lions, silly birds, pelicans, penguins and other seabirds. Definitely the highlight of the Tour to the Ballestas Islands are the sea lions or sea lions who steal everyone's attention due to their curious behavior (they sleep, "pose for the cameras", or simply socialize and live without problems since occupy the top of the food chain in the area without natural predators).

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Passenger pickup is scheduled to begin 30 minutes before the start of the tour. We ask that you be present at the reception of your hotel, ready to enjoy our tour. ... Read more â–¼

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Meeting points

Travel agency Paracas Explorer
5Q82+765, Paracas 11550, Peru

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We will meet at our office 30 minutes in advance, to go to the dock to board. It is a 2-minute walk away.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • The Chandelier

    We stop after navigating 10 minutes to be able to carefully appreciate a northern point of the Paracas peninsula. Where you can look at, photograph and film the Chandelier where the tour guide will briefly explain about the measurements, materials from the area and their possible origin.

    20 minutes

  • Islas Ballestas

    The navigation continues and after approximately 15 minutes from the Chandelier you will arrive at the Ballestas Islands where you will have 30 minutes to appreciate a great biodiversity thanks to the Humboldt current and the upwelling phenomenon as well as other factors such as the sun and winds. Bird watching lovers will find a large number of these such as: seagulls, boobies, cormorants, pelicans, vultures and Humboldt penguins. Crustaceans, echinoderms, mollusks, seaweed and others will also be seen. Definitely the highlight of the Ballestas Islands Tour are the sea lions who steal everyone's attention due to their curious behavior (they sleep, "pose for the cameras", or simply socialize and live without problems because they occupy the top of the food chain in the area without natural predators). The return, of about 40 minutes of navigation, becomes relaxing and enjoying the sea breeze is a natural anti-stress.

    1 hour 40 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

April 25100% refund
April 26No refund

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4.8

247 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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    220
  • 4 stars
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  • 3 stars
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  • 2 stars
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  • 1 star
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Showing 1-5 of 220 reviews with 5 stars

Great value for money with amazing wildlife

Published on Dec, 2024

Saw some amazing wildlife, penguins, sea lions, birds and a beautiful island. Great value for money, try to get there early and get a seat at the front of the boat!

Sea lions galore!

Published on Dec, 2024

The guide was professional and knowledgeable about the animals and we were blessed to see lots of sea lions and penguins that day. We also saw a sea turtle! The guide explained how the local government is actively protecting the wildlife in Ballestas Island which was interesting . It was a relaxing boat ride, and seeing the animals up close was a treat!

GREAT experience

Published on Dec, 2024

Paracas Explorer was a great company to work with! They were so quick and helpful to respond to my questions on Whatsapp. The guide on the boat was very knowledgeable and spoke great English. We saw sea lions, penguins and birds! Great experience!

Wildlife spotting exhilarating boat trip

Published on Nov, 2024

From start to finish this was a wonderful trip. An exhilarating ride across the bay to the islands. We saw nazcas lines, seals, seal lions, penguins, pelicans and a huge variety of sea birds. Excellent guide. Definitely would recommend.

Beautiful views and excellent service!

Published on Nov, 2024

The guide was passionate about teaching us all of their culture and the reason why Islas Ballestas are so important for Peru economy. Also, he was so kind and friendly. Luckily, we were able to see some marine lions and penguins.

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