3-Hour Palomino Islands Cruise from Lima with Sea Lion Swimming

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Cruise through the bay of Callao past San Lorenzo Island and El Frontón
• 02 Observe Guaneras colonies and Humboldt penguins at Cavinzas Island
• 03 Reach Palomino Island, home to a large colony of sea lions
• 04 Swim freely with friendly sea lions for an unforgettable experience

Disconnect from the daily routine and enjoy an unforgettable experience in the lap of nature on a modern, safe boat trip from Lima. Cruise through the bay of Callao past San Lorenzo Island, El Frontón, and Cavinzas Island while observing marine birds, Humboldt penguins, and other wildlife. Reach Palomino Island, home to a large colony of friendly sea lions, and enjoy the chance to swim alongside them.

Reach Palomino Island, home to a large colony of friendly sea lions, and enjoy the chance to swim alongside them.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Lima, Ballestas Islands

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Palomino Islands and Sea Lion Swimming Tour

• Meet your Lima tour guide at the agreed meeting point and begin the tour.

• Proceed to the islands of Callao and see the anchorage of yachts, sailboats, and merchant ships in the bay of Callao.

• Pass through the "El Camotal" bank.

• Sail between San Lorenzo Island and El Frontón.

• Visit Cavinzas Island, where you can observe several Guaneras colonies and Humboldt penguins. You can also contemplate the fishing boats.

• Reach the furthest point, Palomino Island, which houses a large colony of sea lions. Swim freely with them for an unforgettable experience.

• Return past cliffs and islets with impressive views. Subsequently, a snack will be served before arriving at the jetty.

• Arrive at the pier.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Modern boats with ecological engines

• Certified and experienced crew

• Boarding fee

• SERNANP entrance ticket

• Approximately 2.5-hour tour

• Services of an English-speaking Lima guide

• Life vest

• Swimsuits to swim with sea lions

• Snack and water bottle

• Personal accident insurance according to law

What's Not Included

• Masks and fins

• Towel

• Binoculars

• Warm/waterproof clothing

• Sunscreen

• Bank taxes for transfer in Peru

Know before you go

• Minimum reservations should be made 48 hours in advance. Reservation is subject to availability.
• Send the passenger data requested by the Port Authority: name, age, document number, and nationality via email.
• You must assume all banking costs. To identify your payment, please indicate your tax identification number at the time the operation is made.
• Bank taxes for transfer in Peru are not included.
• Please attach the voucher or transfer confirmation via email.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Lima, Peru

Tour start

Lima, Peru

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.