Full Day Tour to Visit Ballestas Islands and Paracas Reserve
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7 hours
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Embark on a Day of Discovery: Ballestas Islands & Paracas Reserve
Unveil the beauty of Peru's coastal treasures with our Ballestas Islands and Paracas Reserve adventure. Explore pristine beaches, witness diverse marine life, and soak in breathtaking landscapes. An unforgettable journey awaits!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Islas Ballestas
We pick you up at the hotel and transfer you to the new tourist dock in Paracas. • We will board the glider to begin the almost two-hour excursion to the Ballestas Islands. These beautiful islands serve as home to thousands of migratory birds, who share their habitat with colonies of restless sea lions. We will also observe a diversity of marine fauna, such as Humboldt penguins. We return to the dock, you have free time to walk around the bay, take photos, buy crafts or breakfast.
Paracas National Reserve
• After, we will take the tour to the Paracas National Reserve, which is the largest natural sanctuary on the Peruvian coast. As a first point we will visit the RNP interpretation center. Then we will head towards the natural rock formation known as THE CATHEDRAL, due to the whimsical shape it has and the spectacular panoramic view. We continue with the panoramic visit to the Red and Yumaque beaches. There will be a short walk to the Flamencos viewpoint and the Fusilera Zone where we will observe migratory birds, marine fossils, tirítelas and more. Finally, we will move to Lagunillas Beach where you have the option of lunch and swimming (optional). Finally, we will return to the hotel at approximately 3:00 PM.
What‘s Included
Spanish/English guide
Transfer in/out from Paracas
Tourist Taxes to the Ministry of the Environment
National park entrance ticket
Food
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Full Day Tour to Visit Ballestas Islands and Paracas Reserve
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Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very courteous and...
Massimo R,,Jun 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Staff very courteous and well organized. I appreciated the punctuality. Paracas Nature Reserve has exceeded my expectations
An unforgettable day
S285OGfranciscor,,Feb 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00They recommended this tour and I was delighted, it is a perfect combination between desert and marine life. Francisco Ramos
Good management to have a good time!
Culture21325824140,,Feb 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A well-managed adventure in Paracas The tour to the Ballestas Islands and Paracas Reserve was an incredibly well-organized experience. From punctuality in pickup to enjoyment, everything went smoothly. The sea was more roiling than expected during the visit to the Ballestas Islands. However, Izi’s team handled the situation with complete professionalism. They gave us clear instructions, conveyed security and made sure we all enjoyed ourselves without worry. Thanks to its preparation, what could have been an awkward moment became an exciting part of the tour, giving it an extra touch of adventure. The Paracas Reserve was the perfect complement: stunning scenery, an informed guide and the opportunity to enjoy the tranquility of its beaches. Definitely a tour I would recommend, not only for the beauty of the destination, but for the excellent management of the team in case of any unforeseen. Thank you very much Nic!
I was unable to take the tour by mistake of the operator and TripAdvisor
alexfraga,,Aug 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Unfortunately my review is not about the tour, because I could not do it, but about the company and its conduct. And also about a platform failure. When I made the Reservation for the tour, I still did not have the hotel chosen, so I selected this option. A few days later I made the reservation change with my hotel that appeared in the list of options within here on the TripAdvisor platform. After this hotel change, Izi Peru confirmed the Reservation and I downloaded the vouchers to have on the trip. The night before the tour, Izi Peru contacted me to match my withdrawal and it was at that moment that they informed me that they would not pick me up, because my hotel was in another city. I asked by saying that everything was in the Reservation, that I chose the hotel from the list provided and Izi Peru said that it was the platform's mistake and that they could not do anything about it. I asked again saying that the mistake was also of them for accepting the change of the Reservation with the hotel in another city, but they did not say anything about it. As I was in another city and imagined that the tour would come out of there, I had to buy another tour with another company not to miss the opportunity. A few days later I contacted Izi Peru again through the platform and also via whatsapp asking for a refund, because I did not make the tour. The same said again that the mistake was not theirs and that they would not make the refund. I tried contacting again and they stopped answering me. I also tried to contact Tripadvisor/Viator, but the same has no service in Brazil, only has a number from the USA to call. Tip 1: If you haven’t booked your hotel yet, don’t book any tours. Tip 2: Only buy tours with free cancellation and refund policy inside the platform. Tip 3: only buy tours with agencies with many reviews, because so the chance of error is much lower (it is not the case with Izi).
Best day in paracas
Austin D,,May 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The boat tour and the tour of the reserva was amazing. The lunch after at Che was yummy as well and I would recommend the ceviche and conchas de Parma
Nice place
Jan B,,Apr 23, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was very well organized, interesting, the staff was nice and helpful, at the end they took us to the bus terminal, so we caught the line to Lima and on to the airport
Best day in Peru.
Miranda J,,Mar 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00It's as one of our best day in Peru. Landscape are amazing, the agency was so nice with us, the staff is so great. And the boat tour, we saw even dolfin !
Well organized
677mirandaj,,Mar 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a fantastic trip to Paracas IZI PERU. They were incredibly amazing and well organised. Everything was well planned and well organised. We even had opportunity to interact with locals
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