04:00 a.m. – Pick-up from hotels in San Isidro, Miraflores, and Barranco We begin our adventure by picking up each traveler from their hotel or Airbnb at 4:00 a.m., according to our included pick-up zones. (The exact pick-up time will be confirmed one day prior, based on the location of your accommodation).

08:00 a.m. – Lima to Paracas (approximately 3 hours of travel) Arrival at the Port of Paracas at 8:00 a.m. We’ll have between 30 to 40 minutes to enjoy breakfast and use the restroom facilities. (Breakfast is not included in the tour price). 09:15 a.m. – Registration at El Chaco Port (approximately 20 minutes) At 9:00 a.m., we’ll begin lining up to board our modern boats. Due to port logistics, there may be a wait time of 10 to 20 minutes before boarding. We recommend bringing sunscreen, a hat or cap for the sun, and a waterproof jacket.

09:30 a.m. – Ballestas Islands (approximate duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes) The Ballestas Islands are a group of islands located off the coast of Peru, known for their impressive marine life and exotic birds. Discover the natural beauty of the Ballestas Islands — a true marine paradise along the Peruvian coast. Explore waters teeming with marine wildlife, observe exotic birds in their natural habitat, and immerse yourself in the rich biodiversity of the ocean. A unique experience for nature and adventure lovers!

2:00 p.m. – Culturpisco Winery Culturpisco is a renowned winery located in the Ica region of Peru, famous for producing pisco, Peru’s iconic grape-based spirit. During the visit, travelers will have the opportunity to taste a variety of pisco products and learn about the entire production process, from grape harvesting to distillation.

3:30 p.m. – Arrival at the Huacachina Oasis – Free time We’ll arrive at the Huacachina Oasis, where you’ll have approximately 40 minutes of free time to explore and enjoy this beautiful location. Huacachina is an iconic spot in the Ica desert, known for its picturesque lagoon surrounded by towering sand dunes. 4:30 p.m. – Huacachina Oasis: Buggies and Sandboarding (approximate duration: 2 hours) To end this adventure on a high note, we’ll visit the famous Huacachina Oasis, located just 5 km from downtown Ica. In this stunning location, visitors can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, walk around the lagoon for scenic photos, and engage in adventure sports like buggy rides and sandboarding. (The combined duration of both activities is approximately 1 hour.)

6:30 p.m. – Ica to Lima Finally, we depart from Ica back to the city of Lima. Arrival is scheduled between 10:30 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. Important: If you are planning to stay in Huacachina after the excursion, please keep in mind that our tours are conducted in small groups, and transportation is exclusively reserved for our passengers. Due to the limited capacity of the vehicle, only one backpack or small suitcase of up to 10 kg per person is allowed on the bus. However, we understand that some travelers may need to bring additional luggage, especially if they plan to extend their stay in the area. For this reason, we offer the option to add one large suitcase for an additional cost of $30 per unit. This allows you to travel more comfortably with everything you need to enjoy your stay in Huacachina.