Ballestas Islands and Golden Shadows Trek in Paracas

Service Details

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

Overview

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 office to start the day.

2. 7:45 a.m.

   Transfer to the pier

   Transfer to the dock before boarding the boat.

3. 8:00 a.m.

   Tour Ballestas Islands

   Visit to the Candelabro and the Ballestas Islands to see sea lions, penguins, and birds.

4. 10:00 a.m.

   Return from the tour

   Return to the El Chaco pier after the boat ride.

5. Leisure

   Time to stroll along El Chaco Boulevard and have lunch on your own.

6. Meeting place at our offices

   Meet at the office at 3:00 p.m. to plan the afternoon outing.

7. Trip to the Paracas National Reserve

   Transfer to the natural surroundings of the Paracas National Reserve.

8. Beginning of the golden shadows tour (3 hours approx.)

   A hike of about 3 hours along the cliffs to enjoy the scenery and the evening light.

9. Return from the tour

   I return to the starting point after the hike.

10. End of service

    End of the Ballestas Islands and Golden Shadows Trek activities.

What's Included

Recommendations

• Windproof jacket.
• Light clothing.
• Hat.
• Sunscreen.
• Dark glasses.
• Rehydrating drinks.
• Slippers.
• Camera.
• Warm clothes during the winter.

Frequently Asked Questions