Peru · Wildlife

2-Hour Ballestas Islands Cruise from Paracas with Wildlife Viewing

2 Hours Round trip from Islas Ballestas Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Go on a thrilling speedboat ride to the Ballestas Islands
02 See the famous figure known as The Candelabro
03 Spot Peruvian pelicans, Belcher's gulls, and Humboldt penguins
04 Admire hundreds of sea lions resting on the beaches

Board a modern boat from Paracas to explore the Ballestas Islands and admire the area's rich marine wildlife. Along the way, see the famous Candelabro, an enigmatic figure etched into the cliff, then continue to the rocky islands where Peruvian pelicans, Belcher's gulls, Humboldt penguins, and sea lions can be seen in their natural habitat.

See hundreds of sea lions resting on the beaches.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Ballestas Islands, Paracas

Languages English, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Ballestas Islands Speedboat Excursion

07:45 am - Get picked up from your hotel in Paracas.
Proceed to the Paracas pier, where your Ballestas Islands tour guide will assist you with boarding a speedboat.
See the famous figure known as The Candelabro, an enigmatic design etched into the cliff.
Visit the Ballestas Islands, a group of rock formations with important birdlife, including Peruvian pelicans, Belcher's gulls, and Humboldt penguins.
See hundreds of sea lions resting on the beaches.
Return to your hotel.