Experience one of Peru’s most popular day trips from Lima with this Paracas and Huacachina full-day tour. Perfect for travelers short on time, this adventure combines wildlife, desert landscapes and adrenaline activities into one unforgettable journey.

Start early with pickup in Lima and head south along the scenic coast. Your first stop is Paracas, where you’ll take a boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, home to sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and thousands of seabirds. This unique ecosystem is often compared to the Galapagos Islands.

Continue to Ica for a relaxing break and optional lunch, followed by a pisco tasting experience, where you’ll learn about Peru’s national spirit.

In the afternoon, visit the magical Huacachina Oasis, a natural lagoon surrounded by towering sand dunes. Here, get your adrenaline pumping with a dune buggy ride and try sandboarding down the dunes—a highlight for adventure lovers.

After a full day of exploration, relax on the return journey to Lima, arriving in the evening.