Ballestas Islands Tour

  • Destination: Paracas/ Nazca
  • Duration: 1 day
  • Price per person: $40

Price US$ 40.00 per person (pick-up from Paracas)
Price US$ 50.00 per person (pick-up from Huacachina or Ica)

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If you are an adventurist and nature lover, we have an amazing option for you to enjoy the wild sea life! The Ballestas Islands are located in the pacific sea, close to the Peruvian coast, being part of the National Paracas Reserve. Also being called de small Galapagos Islands, you will discover various kinds of sea birds and sea lions, as well as the Humboldt Penguin. The Ballestas Islands, apart from the great sea life, will amaze you with its over hundreds of years beautifully shaped caves and arches. Also, you will enjoy a great sight on one of the ancient Nazca Lines, the “Candelabro”, which is shaped on the slope of the peninsula’s hills.

Itinerary

Day 1

We start our adventure by picking you up from your hotel or the bus station in Paracas around 7:30 am (; in case you would like your pick-up from Huacachina or Ica which is around 6:30 am, please let us know during your booking).

We will take you to the Chaco harbour, where you will be aboard the speedboat around 8:00 am. And off you go, on your journey to the Ballestas Islands. On the way we will make a short stop to observe the Candelabro, one of the various Nazca lines which you can find shaped in the slope of one of the surrounding hills facing the Pacific Sea.

There are a few stories about the making of the Candelabro and his imposing position that survives in spite of time and erosion. It is proof of the great knowledge and high engineering of its constructors.

After a few minutes more of navigating, you will start to spot some groups of sea birds, flying or swimming right beside you, and welcoming you to the rocky island formation. The Ballestas Islands have been shaped by the strong wind of the Humboldt Current, creating caves and arches which are now a shelter for sea lions and many sea birds such as pelicans, boobies, red-footed Guanay cormorants and the Humboldt Penguin.

Early in the 20th century, people began collecting guano (bird droppings) from this area and selling it as fertilizer. Due to the vast quantities of this valuable substance, this became a major source of revenue for businesses on the coast.

The Ballestas Islands are part of the Paracas National Wild Life Reserve, that’s why it’s not allowed to descend the boats during the Tour. Anyway, you will be able to observe all these species from a very close distance, and if you are lucky you will even see the Andean Condor or dolphins.

After this majestic visit, you will navigate back to the Chaco harbour and get ready to continue your adventures in Peru.

Note: 

Setting foot on the Islands themselves is forbidden as it is a protected ecological area. This tour only takes place on the speed boat. Please bring a wind jacket, as it can be chill in the morning.

Included:
  • Pick-up from your Hotel in Paracas or Huacachina
  • Transportation to the Paracas harbour (Chaco)
  • Ballestas Islands Boat Tour (Speedboat)
  • Professional English-speaking Tour guide
  • Life jacket and other safety equipment
  • 24-hour-support from the company owner
Not Included:
  • Entrance ticket to the Ballestas Islands (13 Soles per person)
  • Tips of any kind
  • Insurance of any kind
Recommendations, what to bring:
  • Entrance fee
  • Small backpack
  • Water bottle
  • Warm Clothing and gloves
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen/ Hat
  • Wind-proof jacket

Important suggestion:

There are no bathrooms on the speedboats! Please make sure you use the facilities of the restaurants on the boulevard in Paracas!

What we need when you make a reservation:
  • Full name as it is written in your passport (please include a scanned copy of your passport)
  • Passport number
  • Nationality
  • Date of birth
  • Tour departure date
  • Send a deposit of 60% of the total price of your tour. (The remainder of your balance will be due upon your arrival in Cusco.) Payment may be made via *Western UnionPayPalABN AMRO Bank in Holland

Price US$ 40.00 per person (pick-up from Paracas)
Price US$ 50.00 per person
(pick-up from Huacachina or Ica)

Exclusive international transaction fees: The amount of the extra transaction fees depends on how the payment is made and on your bank. For further information please don’t hesitate to ask.

Terms and Conditions

Upon request, with each booked tour with Green Peru Adventures, you will receive a free walking tour of the mysterious and historic city of Cusco. You will be guided by one of our multilingual, professional guides.

We are looking forward to create an unforgettable experience for you.