Paracas Huacachina Nazca 2-Day Tour from Lima
TRIP SUMMARY
Paracas Huacachina Nazca 2-Day Tour Overview
Discover Peru’s southern coast with our Paracas Huacachina Nazca 2-Day Tour, a complete 2-day, 1-night experience from Lima combining marine wildlife, desert adventure and one of Peru’s most fascinating archaeological mysteries. The journey brings together the Ballestas Islands, Huacachina Oasis and a scenic flight over the Nazca Lines within one organized itinerary.
In Paracas, travel by boat to the Ballestas Islands to observe sea lions, Humboldt penguins, seabirds and the famous Candelabro geoglyph. Continue toward Ica and Huacachina, where the desert landscape becomes the setting for an exciting dune buggy and sandboarding experience. The program also includes a visit to a traditional local winery, offering an introduction to the region’s pisco and wine production.
The experience continues to Nazca, where you will spend the night before taking an approximately 35-minute scenic flight over the Nazca Lines. From the air, you can observe some of the best-known geoglyphs, including figures such as the Monkey, Spider, Hummingbird and Astronaut. With transportation, accommodation, major tourist tickets and the flight coordinated in advance, this Paracas Huacachina Nazca Tour from Lima is ideal for travelers who want to explore several highlights of Peru’s coast without arranging each service separately. Travelers with less time can also explore our Huacachina Day Tour from Lima as a shorter alternative.
Why Choose This Paracas, Huacachina and Nazca Tour?
This tour combines three very different experiences in only two days: wildlife along the Pacific coast, adventure among the Huacachina dunes and an aerial view of the Nazca Lines. Instead of booking buses, accommodation, activities and flight arrangements independently, the main logistics are organized within a single travel package.
The itinerary includes professional assistance, transportation, tourist activities, one hotel night in Nazca and the Nazca Lines scenic flight, making it especially convenient for travelers with limited time in Peru. Group and private services are available according to the option selected.
Itinerary
Your Paracas Huacachina Nazca 2-Day Tour begins with pickup from your hotel in Lima and departure toward Paracas by tourist transportation. During the journey, a stop will be made for an optional breakfast before continuing to the coast.
Upon arrival in Paracas, you will board a speedboat for a guided excursion to the Ballestas Islands. During the navigation, you can observe the Candelabro geoglyph and a variety of marine wildlife, including sea lions, Humboldt penguins and seabirds. The rocky islands and coastal ecosystem make this one of the most distinctive wildlife experiences on Peru’s southern coast.
After the boat tour, continue toward Ica and the Huacachina Oasis. Surrounded by extensive desert dunes, Huacachina is the setting for an adventure by dune buggy followed by sandboarding. You will also visit a traditional winery to learn about local production and enjoy a tasting of pisco, wines and regional products.
At the end of the day, you will continue by bus toward Nazca. Upon arrival, check in at the included hotel and rest before the following day’s flight.
Overnight: Nazca
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Nazca airfield for one of the main highlights of the trip: the scenic flight over the Nazca Lines.
The flight lasts approximately 35 minutes and provides aerial views of several famous geoglyphs etched into the desert. Depending on visibility and the confirmed flight route, you may observe figures such as the Monkey, Spider, Hummingbird, Astronaut and other geometric and zoomorphic designs.
After the flight, you will have free time for lunch before beginning the return journey toward Lima. The return is made by intercity bus, and the trip involves several hours of road travel.
Upon arrival in Lima, the service concludes according to the arrangements confirmed in your reservation, completing your two-day journey through Paracas, Huacachina and Nazca.
Final destination: Lima
Included
- Shared transportation from Lima to Ica.
- Guided boat tour to the Ballestas Islands (shared service).
- Visit to the Huacachina Oasis.
- Visit to a traditional artisanal Chocoteja candy store.
- Dune buggy (Tubulares) and sandboarding experience.
- One night at a hotel in Nazca (double occupancy + breakfast).
- Bus tickets: Ica – Nazca – Lima (via Cruz del Sur).
- 35-minute flight over the Nazca Lines (shared service).
- All tourist tickets and airport taxes for the flight.
- Professional bilingual guide.
- Permanent 24/7 travel assistance.
Not Included
- Lunch and dinner.
- Bottled water and snacks.
- Travel insurance.
- Tips for the guide and driver.
- Services not explicitly mentioned in the itinerary.
Recommendations
WHAT WE RECOMMEND BRINGING
- Hat: To protect yourself from the sun during the tour.
- Sunscreen: To protect your skin from UV rays.
- Sunglasses: To shield your eyes from the sun and glare off the ocean.
- Water: Stay hydrated throughout the tour.
- Extra Money: For optional purchases or snacks.
- Light Clothing: Lima has a moderate climate, so comfortable and light clothing is ideal.
Prices
| GROUP SERVICE | PRICE | CLICK TO BOOK |
|---|---|---|
| Price per Person | ||
| You’ll be part of a shared tour with other travelers. | $449.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
| PRIVATE SERVICE | PRICE | CLICK TO BOOK |
|---|---|---|
| Price per Group | ||
| Enjoy a private journey exclusively with your group. | $0.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The tour includes transportation from Lima, the shared Ballestas Islands boat tour, Huacachina visit, dune buggy and sandboarding experience, one hotel night in Nazca with breakfast, intercity bus tickets, the approximately 35-minute Nazca Lines flight, tourist tickets and flight airport taxes, professional bilingual guiding and travel assistance.
Yes. The approximately 35-minute scenic flight over the Nazca Lines is included, together with the corresponding tourist tickets and flight airport taxes stated in the package.
The tour lasts 2 days and 1 night, departing from Lima on the first day and returning to Lima on the second day.
The package includes one hotel night in Nazca in double occupancy, with breakfast included.
Yes. The Huacachina portion of the tour includes the dune buggy experience and sandboarding in the desert dunes.
Yes. Advance booking is strongly recommended because availability depends on the Nazca Lines flight, hotel accommodation and intercity bus seats. Booking early is especially important during weekends, holidays and periods of higher demand.
Breakfast at the hotel in Nazca is included. Other meals such as lunch and dinner are not included unless otherwise stated in your confirmed reservation.
Because the itinerary includes intercity bus transportation and an overnight stay, traveling with a small bag is recommended. Any specific baggage restrictions should be checked according to the transportation and flight conditions included with your reservation.
Final
Book Your Paracas Huacachina Nazca 2-Day Tour
Experience the wildlife of the Ballestas Islands, the desert landscapes of Huacachina and the mysterious Nazca Lines in one organized 2-day journey from Lima.
Book your Paracas Huacachina Nazca 2-Day Tour with Kantu Peru Tours today and secure availability for your travel dates and scenic flight.
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