Lima Full-Day Tour: Ballestas Islands Cruise, Paracas National Reserve & Chincha Slave Tunnels
by Peru Hop
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Paracas is a coastal area where desert landscapes meet the Pacific Ocean. This full-day bus tour from Lima includes a two-hour boat trip around the Ballestas Islands, known for sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and seabirds. The cruise passes rock formations like natural arches and the Candelabra geoglyph while guides keep a respectful distance from wildlife. After the cruise, there is free time at Paracas marina to walk the boardwalk, shop at local stalls, or have lunch independently. In the afternoon, the tour continues with a guided bus visit to Paracas National Reserve. Visitors can see red sand cliffs, wind-shaped rock formations, and ocean views with short walks to viewpoints. The day ends with a guided visit to the Chincha Slave Tunnels at Hacienda San José, where underground passages once used during the slave trade are explored. The bus returns to Lima late at night with hotel drop-offs in Miraflores, San Isidro, or Barranco. The tour includes hotel pickup, bilingual guides, all entrance fees, and transport on luxury air-conditioned buses with onboard Wi-Fi and restrooms.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Hotel pickup and drive to Paracas
The day begins with early hotel pickup in Miraflores, San Isidro, or Barranco. Travelers board a Peru Hop luxury bus featuring air conditioning, reclining seats, onboard restrooms, and high-speed Wi-Fi. A local host provides information and commentary during the scenic trip along the Pan-American Highway toward Paracas.
240 min
Ballestas Islands wildlife cruise
From 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, the group boards a fast boat for a two-hour cruise around the Ballestas Islands. The route passes natural rock arches and the large Candelabra geoglyph on the cliffs. Passengers watch for sea lions, Humboldt penguins, seabirds, and occasionally dolphins. The boat maintains a respectful distance to avoid disturbing the animals. Wildlife seen depends on the season.
120 min
Free time at Paracas boardwalk
From 12:00 to 14:00, guests have free time along the Paracas boardwalk. They may stroll the marina, browse local craft stalls, or sit down for fresh ceviche or grilled catch of the day with ocean views. The host can suggest popular local dining options.
120 min
Paracas National Reserve bus tour
From 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM, the tour continues with a guided bus ride inside Paracas National Reserve, one of South America's largest protected desert areas. Visitors see red sand cliffs, wind-carved rock formations, and views where desert meets turquoise ocean. Short walks at lookout points allow for close-up photos of the landscape.
90 min
Chincha Slave Tunnels visit
The group travels north by bus for about four hours to Hacienda San José, where guides lead a tour of the Chincha Slave Tunnels. These underground passages were used during the slave trading era. The guide shares historical background and stories about the site. Some tunnel sections have low ceilings and narrow spaces, requiring comfort with confined areas.
240 min
Return drive to Lima with hotel drop-off
The final part of the day is a four-hour return trip to Lima on the Peru Hop luxury bus. Guests can use the onboard Wi-Fi to share photos and rest during the ride. Drop-offs are at hotels in Miraflores, San Isidro, or Barranco, typically arriving around 11:00 PM but timing may vary due to traffic and sea conditions.
240 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Lima Full-Day Tour: Ballestas Islands Cruise, Paracas National Reserve & Chincha Slave Tunnels
by Peru Hop
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$198Overview
Paracas is a coastal area where desert landscapes meet the Pacific Ocean. This full-day bus tour from Lima includes a two-hour boat trip around the Ballestas Islands, known for sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and seabirds. The cruise passes rock formations like natural arches and the Candelabra geoglyph while guides keep a respectful distance from wildlife. After the cruise, there is free time at Paracas marina to walk the boardwalk, shop at local stalls, or have lunch independently. In the afternoon, the tour continues with a guided bus visit to Paracas National Reserve. Visitors can see red sand cliffs, wind-shaped rock formations, and ocean views with short walks to viewpoints. The day ends with a guided visit to the Chincha Slave Tunnels at Hacienda San José, where underground passages once used during the slave trade are explored. The bus returns to Lima late at night with hotel drop-offs in Miraflores, San Isidro, or Barranco. The tour includes hotel pickup, bilingual guides, all entrance fees, and transport on luxury air-conditioned buses with onboard Wi-Fi and restrooms.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Hotel pickup and drive to Paracas
The day begins with early hotel pickup in Miraflores, San Isidro, or Barranco. Travelers board a Peru Hop luxury bus featuring air conditioning, reclining seats, onboard restrooms, and high-speed Wi-Fi. A local host provides information and commentary during the scenic trip along the Pan-American Highway toward Paracas.
240 min
Ballestas Islands wildlife cruise
From 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, the group boards a fast boat for a two-hour cruise around the Ballestas Islands. The route passes natural rock arches and the large Candelabra geoglyph on the cliffs. Passengers watch for sea lions, Humboldt penguins, seabirds, and occasionally dolphins. The boat maintains a respectful distance to avoid disturbing the animals. Wildlife seen depends on the season.
120 min
Free time at Paracas boardwalk
From 12:00 to 14:00, guests have free time along the Paracas boardwalk. They may stroll the marina, browse local craft stalls, or sit down for fresh ceviche or grilled catch of the day with ocean views. The host can suggest popular local dining options.
120 min
Paracas National Reserve bus tour
From 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM, the tour continues with a guided bus ride inside Paracas National Reserve, one of South America's largest protected desert areas. Visitors see red sand cliffs, wind-carved rock formations, and views where desert meets turquoise ocean. Short walks at lookout points allow for close-up photos of the landscape.
90 min
Chincha Slave Tunnels visit
The group travels north by bus for about four hours to Hacienda San José, where guides lead a tour of the Chincha Slave Tunnels. These underground passages were used during the slave trading era. The guide shares historical background and stories about the site. Some tunnel sections have low ceilings and narrow spaces, requiring comfort with confined areas.
240 min
Return drive to Lima with hotel drop-off
The final part of the day is a four-hour return trip to Lima on the Peru Hop luxury bus. Guests can use the onboard Wi-Fi to share photos and rest during the ride. Drop-offs are at hotels in Miraflores, San Isidro, or Barranco, typically arriving around 11:00 PM but timing may vary due to traffic and sea conditions.
240 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.