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A large cruise ship docked at a port with a barren landscape in the background. 1
A boat interior with colorful seating and a view of the water. 2
A boat interior with colorful seating and a view of the water. 3
A group of seals resting on a bed of pebbles. 4
Seals resting on a rocky shore by the sea. 5
By Paracas Holiday

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Price is NZ$113 per adult
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Features

  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover the Ballestas Islands with an excursion designed especially for cruise passengers! Enjoy direct pickup at the Port of San Martín, without needing to take the shuttle bus, and sail on a modern boat to observe sea lions, Humboldt penguins, seabirds, and the mysterious Candelabro. Enjoy a guided tour in Spanish and English and photo opportunities. At the end, return comfortably to the cruise terminal with transport included and schedules coordinated with your ship.

Activity location

  • Islas Ballestas
    • 11660, Paracas, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Terminal Portuario General San Martín
    • Paracas, Ica, Peru

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Pisco Cruise Port: Ballestas Islands Tour with Round-Trip Transfer

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Price details
NZ$104.73 x 2 AdultsNZ$209.46
Paid at activityNZ$16.26
Total
Price is NZ$225.72

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Lifejacket
  • Inclusions
    Pick up and return to the San Martin port
  • Inclusions
    Fast boat
  • Inclusions
    English / Spanish guide
  • Exclusions
    Tourism revenue

Know before you book

    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Minimum age: Children from 1 year old can take the tour to the Ballestas Islands, accompanied by a responsible adult.

Activity itinerary

Islas Ballestas

  • 2m
  • Admission ticket not included
Pickup | Port of San Martín – Pisco Reception at the cruise terminal. Our Paracas Holiday staff will wait for you to take you to the Paracas pier. Ballestas Islands Tour – 1 hour and 30 minutes approx. Sail on a modern boat and discover the extraordinary marine fauna of Paracas. During the tour you will see: The Candelabro: Mysterious geoglyph of the peninsula. Sea lions: In their natural habitat. Humboldt penguins: Representative species of the area. Guanay birds: Guanayes, boobies, and other species. Rock formations: Impressive natural landscapes. Tour with guide in Spanish and English and photo opportunities. Return to the Paracas pier Disembark and brief time for photos or rest. Return transfer | Port of San Martín – Pisco Return by tourist transport to the cruise terminal, according to the coordinated schedule. End of service. Note: Tour subject to maritime conditions and authorisation from the Port Authority.

Location

Activity location

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    Islas Ballestas
    • 11660, Paracas, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Terminal Portuario General San Martín
    • Paracas, Ica, Peru

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