Paracas & Huacachina Desert Adventure

Sea, Sand, and Sunset in One Epic Day

Duration

Full Day

Activity Level

Moderate

Location

Ica

The Experience

Cruise past sea lions and Humboldt penguins on the Ballestas Islands, taste Pisco at the Americas' oldest distillery, and end the day riding dunes into a desert sunset — three landscapes, one unforgettable day.

Your Journey

  • Morning Depart Lima early. Boat tour to the Ballestas Islands to observe sea lions and the Candelabra geoglyph.

  • Midday Visit Hacienda Caravedo for a distillery tour, Pisco tasting, and a traditional lunch.

  • Afternoon Head to the Huacachina Oasis. Enjoy a thrilling dune buggy ride and sandboarding.

  • Sunset Relax with an exclusive sunset picnic in the heart of the desert before returning to Lima.

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Exclusive Experiences

Bring This Moment to Life

Ready to weave this experience into your custom Peruvian itinerary? Connect with our local travel designers to craft a bespoke journey perfectly paced for you.

  • Your Bubble of Confidence: No strangers, just your group.

  • Flexible Rhythm: We stop when you want to stop.

  • Invisible Logistics: Seamless door-to-door execution.

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Go beyond the traditional itinerary. From ancestral culinary rituals to private picnics above the clouds, these handpicked moments are designed to immerse you in the true soul of the Andes.

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