Ballestas Islands Excursion from Paracas
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
With this tour you will be able to live a unique experience in your life because in Ballestas Islands you will observe a wide variety of animals that are currently in danger of extinction such as Humboldt penguins, sea lions and occasionally dolphins, starfish, among others. In addition, we will visit "El Candelabro", a large enigmatic figure drawn in the sand with an origin similar to the lines found in Nazca.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Confirmation is received when the reservation is made
Most travelers can participate in the experience
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Chandelier
We will visit "El Candelabro", a large enigmatic figure drawn in the sand with an origin similar to the lines found in Nazca.
Las Islas Ballestas
With this tour you will be able to live a unique experience in your life because in Ballestas Islands you will observe a wide variety of animals that are currently in danger of extinction such as Humboldt penguins, sea lions and occasionally dolphins, starfish, among others.
What‘s Included
CANDELABRA
Official tourism guide (Spanish-English)
EXCURSION TO THE BALLESTAS ISLANDS
life jacket
Snacks
Entrance fee to Ballestas Islands Adult: 16 Soles (USD 4.20 approx.), Child: 8 soles (USD 2.10 approx.)
Bottled water
Breakfast
Pickup points
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Ballestas Islands Excursion from Paracas
Pickup included
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect. A diverse and integrated trip where everything was organized and coordinated
גילי ל,Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing combination and master organizing of a trip to the islands with sea lions, birds and even 3 penguins. Then to the conservation of the mountains.
Excellent experience!
78alessior,Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guillermo is very available and professional. We made the excursion to the Ballestas Islands and the visit BY bike to the Paracas River. Everything went very well!
UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE
estefanyc404,Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The best boat for the tour of Ballestas Islands. Meet Peru is an excellent agency for any tour in Ica and Paracas
Indispensable experience
Jilocho2000,Dec 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The excursion through crossbow islands was incredible, we saw everything expected, pelicans, sea lions, penguins, tendrils....an amazing experience to enjoy an exceptional nature reserve, the impeccable organization, I don't know you can pass by without doing it
Family trip to the islands
24robertocarlosc,Dec 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went with my mom to get to know the Islands and see the wildlife that inhabits it. We were amazed with the experience and looking forward to returning very soon!
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