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Ballestas Islands and ATVs in the Paracas Reserve

Combine a boat tour of the Ballestas Islands with an ATV tour of the isthmus, Playa Roja, and Yumaque in the Paracas National Reserve.

Highlights

  • Boat Tour of the Ballestas Islands
  • ATVs on the Isthmus, Playa Roja, and Yumaque
  • Pre-departure safety briefing

Service Details

  • Type of experience: Hour-long tour
  • Duration: 5 hours
  • Departure from: Paracas
  • Group: Medium
  • Languages: Spanish, English
  • Difficulty: Medium
  • Departure time: 8:00 a.m.
  • Guide: Spanish–English Guide

Overview

The Ballestas Islands and ATV Tour in Paracas combines marine wildlife viewing with an adventure tour through the reserve. During the first part of the tour, you’ll sail past the Candelabro and the islands’ rock formations, with the chance to see sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and birds.

After returning to El Chaco, the group will meet at the Paracas Explorer office to receive driving and safety instructions. The ATV route continues toward the peninsula’s isthmus and the Playa Roja and Yumaque loop, accompanied by experienced guides.

Driving Requirements: ATVs may only be operated by individuals 18 years of age or older.

Itinerary

  1. 7:40 a.m.

    Pickup at the Paracas terminal or at the Paracas Explorer office reception desk

    Pickup at the Paracas terminal or at the Paracas Explorer office.

  2. 7:45 a.m.

    Transfer to the pier

    Transfer to the dock to prepare for the start of the boat tour.

  3. 8:00 a.m.

    Tour Ballestas Islands

    Boat tour past the Candelabro and the islands to see sea lions, penguins, and birds.

  4. 10:00 a.m.

    Return from the tour

    I'm returning to El Chaco after visiting the Ballestas Islands.

  5. 10:20 a.m.

    Meeting place at our offices

    We met up at the office before starting the ATV adventure.

  6. Theoretical presentation on safety instructions and the operation of ATVs

    Explanation of how to operate the ATV and safety instructions for the ride.

  7. The trail to the Paracas National Reserve begins

    The journey begins through the landscapes of the Paracas National Reserve.

  8. Paracas National Reserve Tour by ATV

    A tour of the peninsula's isthmus and the Roja and Yumaque beaches, following the guide's instructions.

  9. 12:30 p.m.

    Return of the Tour

    Return to Paracas after completing the ATV tour.

  10. End of service

    End of the combined sailing and adventure tour.

What's Included

Includes

  • Ballestas Island Tour.
  • ATV tour to the Paracas National Reserve.
  • Revenue tickets.
  • Spanish - English guide.
  • Life jacket.
  • Pick up from the Paracas bus terminal or hotel.
  • Personalized attention.
  • Explanation of handling.

Does not include

  • Power

Recommendations

  • Hat.
  • Sunscreen.
  • Short.
  • Polo.
  • Dark glasses.
  • Rehydrating drinks.
  • Slippers.
  • Camera.
  • Windproof jacket.

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Ballestas Islands + ATV to Paracas National Reserve

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