Paracas – Ica – Nasca Experience with Trekking 3 Days / 2 Nights

Experience overview

Nature, adventure and mystery on Peru's southern coast: trek to the Isthmus Viewpoint, sunset in Paracas, Ballestas Islands, Huacachina and a flight over Nasca.

• Duration3 days / 2 nights
• DepartureLima
• RouteParacas, Isthmus Viewpoint, Ballestas Islands, Huacachina, Nasca
• Group1 – 12 travelers
• DifficultyModerate
• LanguagesSpanish

Highlights

• Yumaque – Isthmus Viewpoint trek in the Paracas National Reserve
• Sunset over the sea in Paracas
• Ballestas Islands: sea lions, penguins and El Candelabro
• Wine and pisco tasting at Cultur Pisco
• Dune buggies and sandboarding in Huacachina
• Flight over the Nasca Lines

1. Day 01 Lima – Paracas Isthmus Trek + Sunset in Paracas

   05:00 amDeparture from Lima to Paracas.

   Approximate arrival at 09:00 am and transfer to the hotel to drop off luggage and get ready to begin our trekking experience in the Paracas National Reserve.

   Yumaque – Isthmus Viewpoint Trek: we'll take a spectacular hike through coastal landscapes, cliffs and panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, enjoying one of the most impressive natural settings on the Peruvian coast.

   Free time to rest, explore the bay or enjoy the hotel facilities.

   In the afternoon we'll experience a spectacular sunset in Paracas, one of the most beautiful on the Peruvian coast, ideal for photos and unforgettable moments by the sea.

   Overnight in Paracas.

2. Day 02 Paracas – Ica – Nasca Ballestas Islands + Huacachina

   08:00 amStart of the Ballestas Islands Tour.

   During the tour we'll see:

   • Sea lions
   • Humboldt penguins
   • Guano birds
   • The famous “El Candelabro” geoglyph

   10:45 amDeparture to Ica.

   On the way we'll stop at Cultur Pisco, where we'll have free time for lunch and to enjoy wine and pisco tastings.

   In the afternoon we'll visit the Huacachina oasis to enjoy:

   • Dune buggy ride
   • Sandboarding
   • A tour of the desert dunes

   Once the activity is over, we'll set off for Nasca, making a rest stop at the Piloto gas station in Palpa.

   Overnight in Nasca – Hotel Oro Viejo.

3. Day 03 Mystical Nasca Flight + Cantalloc + Chauchilla

   08:30 amPickup from the hotel and transfer to the airfield.

   09:30 amApproximate time of the Nasca Lines flight (schedule may vary depending on flight scheduling).

   During the flight we'll be able to see figures such as:

   • The Monkey
   • The Hummingbird
   • The Spider
   • The Astronaut

   Afterward we'll visit the Cantalloc Aqueducts and the Chauchilla Cemetery.

   End of services or continuation to Arequipa.

What's included

What to bring

• Valid national ID (DNI) or passport
• Sunscreen and sunglasses
• Cap or hat
• Light clothing and comfortable sneakers
• Light jacket for the evening
• Cash for tourist entrance fees and personal expenses
• Camera or cell phone with enough battery

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