Exploring the Ballestas Islands from Paracas
At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $26 / person
- Location
- Paracas, Peru
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 45
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Visitemos Perú
- Meeting point
- We pick up all travelers from "La Plaza de Paracas - El Chaco" reference in front of the Los Frayles hotel. One day before we will inform you of the name of your guide who will be waiting for you at this meeting point.
Description
This experience is for travelers seeking adventure at sea who have limited time on their trip and is perfect to include in each itinerary or for clients who come by cruise ship from Puerto San Martin and we can pick them up at the shuttle disembarkation point. bus in Paracas town, in this second most visited tourist destination after Machu Picchu, where you will be surprised by its natural beauty, archaeological and cultural history of a pre-Inca civilization that developed with the same name Paracas - Destination Paracas Peru
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 11–75)
- $26
- Child (ages 4–10)
- $24
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Las Islas Ballestas
Exploration towards the Ballestas Islands. to enjoy the marine flora and fauna with the beautiful sea lions and penguins with impressive groups of sea birds. If it's a great day, we might spot humpback whales along the way.
The Chandelier
We will make a stop in front of the Paracas peninsula to observe and take the best photos of this great geoglyph that, thanks to our tour guide, we will learn about his theories about its origin.
What's included
Included
Tourist ticket to the Ballestas Islands
Modern panoramic tourist boat
Tourist ticket to the pier
Official tourism guide - Bilingual
life jacket for every traveler
Professional captain
Not included
tips
How it compares in Paracas
- Starting price $26 is 42% below the typical $45 for tours of similar length in Paracas
Excurgo comparison of 129 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If the tour is not carried out due to bad weather at sea, your entire money will be refunded.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Exploring the Ballestas Islands from Paracas take?
Exploring the Ballestas Islands from Paracas lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Exploring the Ballestas Islands from Paracas cost?
Prices start at $26 per person for this Paracas experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Exploring the Ballestas Islands from Paracas run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
How much does Exploring the Ballestas Islands from Paracas cost for children?
Children aged 4–10 pay from $24, adults from $26.
Can I cancel Exploring the Ballestas Islands from Paracas for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We pick up all travelers from "La Plaza de Paracas - El Chaco" reference in front of the Los Frayles hotel. One day before we will inform you of the name of your guide who will be waiting for you at this meeting point. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Exploring the Ballestas Islands from Paracas offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 45 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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