We recently visited Paracas as cruise passengers and spent the day with JD Adventure Travel visiting the Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve. It was an absolutely wonderful experience from beginning to end. The Ballestas Islands were incredible. We saw large numbers of South American sea lions, Humboldt penguins, pelicans, cormorants, Peruvian boobies and other seabirds, along with the dramatic rock formations surrounding the islands. Seeing the famous Paracas Candelabra from the water was another memorable part of the experience. The boat portion was especially enjoyable for wildlife viewing and photography. The captain did a wonderful job positioning the boat so everyone had opportunities to see the wildlife and take pictures. The Paracas National Reserve was completely different but equally spectacular. The desert landscape meeting the ocean was breathtaking, and Playa Roja was one of the most memorable sights of the day. The red sand against the surrounding desert and coastline created an almost otherworldly landscape. What was particularly important to us as cruise passengers was the organization and attention to timing. JD Adventure Travel understood that we had a ship to return to and handled the transportation and schedule very carefully. Communication was excellent, transportation was comfortable, and everyone we dealt with was professional, friendly and knowledgeable. As someone who has been cruising for many years, I know that an excursion can be wonderful in itself, but the logistics are just as important when you're visiting a port for only a limited amount of time. JD Adventure Travel did an excellent job on both. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience and would absolutely recommend JD Adventure Travel to other travelers visiting Paracas, particularly cruise passengers looking for a well-organized experience combining wildlife, scenery and the incredible landscapes of the Paracas region. If Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve are on your itinerary, JD Adventure Travel is definitely a company worth considering.


















