Paracas & Huacachina Day Trip from Lima with Sunset
Description
If you only have one day to explore beyond Lima, make it unforgettable. Discover the magic of Peru’s coast and desert on an unforgettable journey to Paracas and Huacachina. Cruise through the spectacular Ballestas Islands and encounter sea lions, penguins, and incredible marine wildlife in their natural habitat. Continue to a traditional vineyard in Ica, where you’ll enjoy a wine and pisco tasting and have time to experience local flavors. Later, arrive at the world-famous Huacachina Oasis, a breathtaking desert paradise surrounded by towering sand dunes. Explore the oasis, capture incredible photos, and soak in the unique atmosphere before the adventure begins. Experience the thrill of dune buggies and sandboarding across the desert before ending the day with a breathtaking sunset over the golden dunes—an unforgettable finale to one of Peru’s most iconic adventures.
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Itinerary
Begin your adventure with a comfortable departure from Lima. Meet your guide at our convenient meeting point in Miraflores or upgrade to hotel pick-up from selected districts including Miraflores, Barranco, and San Isidro. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic journey along Peru’s Pacific coast as you head toward the stunning landscapes of Paracas.
Discover why Paracas is known as the “Peruvian Galápagos.” Cruise through the spectacular Ballestas Islands and encounter sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and a wide variety of seabirds in their natural habitat. Admire dramatic rock formations and the mysterious Candelabra geoglyph carved into the desert hillside while enjoying one of Peru’s most remarkable wildlife experiences.
Enjoy the flavors of Ica with a visit to a traditional vineyard, where you’ll discover Peru’s famous pisco culture through a guided wine and pisco tasting. Travelers will also have free time to enjoy an authentic gastronomic experience and purchase lunch from a selection of delicious regional dishes before continuing to the breathtaking Huacachina Oasis.
Discover the magical Huacachina Oasis, a hidden desert paradise surrounded by golden sand dunes. Take time to explore the oasis, capture unforgettable photos, and enjoy the stunning scenery before getting ready for the next adventure in the heart of the Peruvian desert.
Experience one of Peru’s most unforgettable adventures as you race across the towering dunes of Huacachina in a powerful dune buggy. Feel the adrenaline as you climb and descend massive desert slopes before trying sandboarding on the golden dunes of South America’s most famous oasis. Basic sandboarding equipment is included, with the option to upgrade to a professional stand-up board for an even more thrilling experience. Want even more adventure? Upgrade to our Extended 2-Hour Desert Experience and enjoy extra time exploring the dunes, longer dune buggy rides, and even more opportunities to take in the breathtaking desert scenery. As the day comes to an end, watch the Huacachina desert transform under the golden light of sunset, creating a spectacular finale to an adventure you’ll remember long after your trip to Peru.
After an unforgettable day exploring Paracas and Huacachina, sit back, relax, and enjoy the comfortable journey back to Lima. Standard drop-off is at our convenient meeting point in Miraflores, with the option to upgrade to hotel drop-off in Miraflores, Barranco, or San Isidro for added comfort and convenience. As you return to the city, take one last look at the memories created throughout the day—from incredible wildlife and local flavors to breathtaking desert landscapes, thrilling adventures, and unforgettable sunsets.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Arrive always 10 min before
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(41)
Zero communication whatsoever from the company. Went to the meeting point at the designated time & they never showed.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are truly sorry to hear about the frustration this situation caused. After reviewing your reservation, we found that your booking was canceled through the booking platform due to a payment issue. As a result, the reservation was never confirmed, and we did not receive a valid booking to operate your tour. Because your reservation was made through Viator, all booking confirmations, payment notifications, cancellations, and related communications are managed directly through their platform. Unfortunately, once the reservation was canceled on their system, we were not authorized to reinstate or modify it. For this reason, your booking did not appear on our final confirmed passenger list for that day. We completely understand how disappointing this must have been, especially after arriving at the meeting point expecting to join the tour. We sincerely regret the inconvenience this situation caused. If you have any questions regarding the cancellation or the payment process, we recommend contacting Viator's customer support, as they have access to your booking and payment records and will be able to assist you further. We appreciate your understanding and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on one of our tours in the future. Kind regards, Customer Experience Team Huacachina Oasis
It is a very complete experience; bring sunscreen and water... the rest is provided by the organizers. In our case, Jesus the guide was very attentive to what we needed.
¡Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia y por su recomendación! Nos alegra saber que disfrutó de un tour tan completo y que encontró todo bien organizado. Gracias también por el consejo para futuros viajeros; sin duda, llevar bloqueador solar y agua ayuda a disfrutar aún más la aventura. Nos hace muy feliz saber que **Jesús** estuvo siempre atento a sus necesidades y contribuyó a que su experiencia fuera cómoda y memorable. Compartiremos sus amables palabras con él; estamos seguros de que le alegrarán el día. ¡Gracias por elegir Huacachina Oasis! Esperamos tener el placer de recibirlo nuevamente en otra aventura por el Perú. 🇵🇪✨
I have had a lot of tour guys in my life, but I have to say Jesus was the best even today. We went to another trip with a different tour guide and we missed Jesus.. He’s accommodating, very kind and very upfront and quite loving. One thing I have to say to guys don’t like to sit with you when you’re having lunch or dinner with them because obviously it’s a job and dating some space to recuperate. But Jesus sat with us and showed so much love and got to know us as a couple and individually
Thank you so much for sharing such a heartfelt review! It truly means the world to us to hear that, after having many tour guides throughout your travels, you consider **Jesús** to be the very best. That is an incredible compliment, and we're honored that he made such a lasting impression. We’re especially touched by your words about his kindness, genuine care, and the time he took to get to know you both as individuals. Creating meaningful connections with our travelers is something that cannot be taught—it comes from the heart, and we're proud that Jesús made you feel so welcomed and valued. Hearing that you even missed him on your next tour is one of the greatest compliments a guide can receive! We will make sure to share your wonderful message with him, as we know it will mean a great deal. Thank you for choosing Huacachina Oasis and for allowing us to be part of your journey. We hope to welcome you both back to Peru for another unforgettable adventure in the future! Safe travels and thank you once again for your kind words! 🇵🇪❤️✨
This was a long but enjoyable day. Jesus, our guide, was both knowledgeable and hilarious. He was good at keeping the group moving and in good spirits.
The bus is old and so noisy on highway. The ride at the back of the bus is worse than sitting next to an jet engine. The vibration and engine noise make otherwise a fun trip a bad experience.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the bus ride did not meet your expectations. We understand how important comfort is, especially on a long journey, and we regret that the noise and vibration affected your overall experience. Your comments have been shared with our operations team so they can review the vehicle used on your tour and ensure it continues to meet our service standards. We are constantly working to improve both the comfort and quality of our transportation. We truly appreciate your honest feedback, as it helps us identify areas where we can improve. We hope that, despite the discomfort during the journey, you were still able to enjoy the incredible destinations and experiences throughout the tour. Thank you for choosing Huacachina Oasis, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with an even better experience in the future.
Very beautiful experience, organization, security and knowledge provided by our Rose guide. Always trying to provide a unique experience of this excursion. Thank you, Rose.
¡Muchísimas gracias por compartir su experiencia con nosotros! Nos alegra enormemente saber que disfrutó de una experiencia tan bonita y que destacó aspectos tan importantes como la organización, la seguridad y el servicio brindado durante el tour. Un agradecimiento muy especial por reconocer el excelente trabajo de **Rose**. Nos llena de orgullo saber que, con su conocimiento, dedicación y atención, hizo todo lo posible para brindarles una experiencia única e inolvidable. Compartiremos sus amables palabras con ella; estamos seguros de que le alegrarán el día. ¡Gracias por confiar en Huacachina Oasis! Esperamos tener el placer de acompañarlo nuevamente en una próxima aventura por el Perú. 🇵🇪✨
The experience is great from start to finish. The Rosse guide is excellent, fun and very collaborative. Recommended.
Had an amazing trip. My guide Rose was the best. She took care if us and made the whole so easy. Bus is comfortable, pick up ontime , communication the whole trip was good. It was an amazing day.
the tour was excellent and the tour guide Rose never missed out anyone, made everyone enjoy there trip, and was a blast to be around. I thank rose for her awesome tour guide skills to make my trip 10x better!!
Great adventure, our guide Rose was fantastic, driver Johnny was great, bus was very comfortable. We enjoy our lunch. Huacachina was an unforgettable experience, really enjoyed
