18-Hour Ballestas, Nazca Lines and Huacachina Oasis Tour from Lima

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Boat tour through Paracas Bay to the wildlife-rich Ballestas Islands
• 02 Scenic flight over the enigmatic Nazca Lines
• 03 Free time at the Huacachina Oasis, the only oasis in South America
• 04 See sea lions, dolphins, penguins, and seabirds in their natural habitat

Discover some of Peru's most memorable coastal and desert experiences on this 18-hour tour from Lima. Cruise through Paracas Bay to the wildlife-rich Ballestas Islands, then take a scenic flight over the enigmatic Nazca Lines. Continue to the Huacachina Oasis for time to walk around, relax, and enjoy the unique desert setting before returning to Lima.

The first activity in Paracas is a boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, home to birds, sea lions, dolphins, penguins, and more.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 18 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Nazca, Lima, Ballestas Islands, Paracas

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

From Lima to Ballestas, Nazca Lines, and Huacachina Oasis

• The adventure starts early in the morning on the Panamerican Highway. Paracas Bay is around 300 km south of Lima, a significant place in Peruvian history and an area full of wildlife.

• The first activity in Paracas is a boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, home to birds, sea lions, dolphins, penguins, and more.

• After the majestic Ballestas Islands, it is time to head to the local airport for a flight over the enigmatic Nazca Lines.

• The next adventure takes place at the Huacachina Oasis, where there is time for lunch. You can walk around or enjoy your free time with Pisco Sours.

• At the end of this experience, it is time to return to Lima the same way.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transportation

• Flight over the Nazca Lines

• Airport tax

• Tour and fees for the Ballestas boat ride

• Travel Buddies specialist (Peru tour guide)

What's Not Included

• Food

• Beverages

• Tips

• Sandboarding

• Souvenirs

What to bring

• It is recommended to bring comfortable clothes and shoes, sunblock, a sweater, and swimwear.

• It is also recommended that you bring snacks and water.

• Bring some local currency with you because some small businesses might not accept credit cards.

Know before you go

• On this tour, you will find history, nature, and mystery.

• Enjoy the wildlife at the Ballestas Islands and the Huacachina Oasis, the only oasis in South America.

• Fly over the millenary and enigmatic Nazca Lines.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Lima, Peru

Tour start

Lima, Peru

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.