Ballestas Islands Boat Tour: Explore Wildlife Sanctuary on Peruvian Coast

Embark on a thrilling boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, a wildlife sanctuary on the Peruvian coast. Observe sea lions, silly birds, pelicans, penguins, and other seabirds in their natural habitat.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • The Chandelier - We stop after navigating 10 minutes to be able to carefully appreciate a northern point of the Paracas peninsula. Where you can look at, photograph and film the Chandelier where the tour guide will briefly explain about the measurements, materials from the area and their possible origin.
  • Islas Ballestas - The navigation…
What's Included
  • Lifejacket
  • Official Tourism Guide
What's Not Included
  • Snacks
  • Entrance fee to Ballestas Islands Adult: 16 Soles (USD 4.20 approx.), Child: 8 soles (USD 2.10 approx.)
Additional Information

The journey to Ballestas Islands starts from El Chaco’s artisan and tourist pier. Our sea vessel carrying 02 outboard engines will shuttle us to the amazing Ballestas Islands, home to the most significant wildlife refuge on Peru’s coastline, where a variety of marine creatures such as sea lions, goofy birds, pelicans, penguins, and other oceanic birds…

Location
Travel agency Paracas Explorer
We will meet at our office 30 minutes in advance, to go to the dock to board. It is a 2-minute walk away.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Johnathonf425
Oct 10, 2024
Wonderful Up Close Wildlife Encounter - Up close encounter with wildlife. Host gave great information about the environment and some history of the area. Boat ride was a little rocky and it got hot once the sun came out.
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Grandtour49096805073
Oct 9, 2024
Ricardo is the best - Ricardo was amazing! So knowledgeable and informative. He spoke great in English and Spanish. I was very happy with the views. This was so fun!
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Selinaschoe
Sep 29, 2024
Highly recommended - Very nice experience, we saw dolphins directly. The chandelier is easy to see. On the island then penguins, sea lions and pelicans.
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Pascal_a
Sep 25, 2024
Sunny boat trip with interesting sights - Well organized boat tour to the islands. We saw sea lions, penguins, and more. Highly recommended if staying in Paracas.
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E9138apkarinam
Sep 23, 2024
Our Abigail Guide was the ultimate, its explanation was excellent in both English and Spanish. This is the second time q - Our Abigail Guide was the ultimate, its explanation was excellent in both English and Spanish. It is the second time I have done the tour and I loved the attention, Guide, Guide and above all the quality of information we were given. 100% recommended ✔️
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Sebastian
Sep 21, 2024
Nice Guides, saw the penguins and the seelions - Very nice Captain and Tour Guide which provided us with many informations about the islands and the local animal variety. We also have seen the penguins and the seelions which resulted in the highlights of the tour.
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Tom9104
Sep 20, 2024
Beautiful Island with pretty animals and a great guide - Ricardo was an amazing guide. He made the experience more entertaining and he did it in three languages! In Spanish, French, and English. All of the three narrations kept us engaged and made the trip even more enjoyable. The view was spectacular! 85 It’s definitely worth your time and money!
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Daniel
Sep 19, 2024
Nice tour, would recommend it - The tour was very well organized. Pick up at the hotel was very easy. The guide was great and explained interesting facts.
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Sotil87
Sep 16, 2024
Recommended. - Very good excursion, super attentive Guide, explained everything, and we have seen many animals. It was very good, highly recommended.
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Lau9206
Sep 20, 2024
Fun morning at the sea - Ricardo is very knowledgeable and kind. The tour was a lot of fun. We had the chance to see many animals and took lots of cool pictures.
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From $20
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).