HUACACHINA OASIS AND NAZCA LINES OVERFLIGHT 2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT
Discover the essence of southern Peru on a route that combines nature, history, and adventure. From Lima, you will travel to Paracas to navigate the Ballestas Islands, home to sea lions, penguins, and Pacific seabirds. You will then continue to Ica and the Huacachina Oasis, where you will experience the thrill of sandboarding and dune buggies on the impressive desert dunes. Finally, you will enjoy an overflight of the enigmatic Nazca Lines, one of the greatest mysteries of the ancient world. Travel in Peru guarantees a safe, well-organized, and memorable experience.
Highlights
- Panoramic journey along the South Pan-American Highway, skirting the Pacific coastline.
- Boat excursion to the Ballestas Islands, observing sea lions, penguins, and guano birds.
- View of the mysterious Candelabra geoglyph, a symbol etched into the sand facing the sea.
- Visit to the Huacachina Oasis, a natural gem surrounded by dunes in the middle of the Ica Desert.
- Adventure with dune buggies and sandboarding, featuring spectacular sunset views over the dunes.
- Nazca Lines overflight, admiring ancient figures visible only from the air.
- Spanish-speaking specialized guides and safe tourist transportation throughout the entire journey.
- Return to Lima by tourist bus, enjoying the coastal landscape of the Peruvian desert.
- Well-organized itinerary, ideal for making the most of every moment without logistical concerns.
Travel Itinerary
Day 1: Lima – Paracas – Ballestas Islands – Ica – Huacachina Oasis – Journey to Nazca
LIVE THE PERUVIAN DESERT ADVENTURE AMID SEA, DUNES, AND ANCIENT MYSTERIES!
Very early departure from Lima by tourist vehicle along the South Pan-American Highway, enjoying the coastal landscapes of the Pacific. Upon arrival in Paracas, we will board a boat to the Ballestas Islands, where we will observe sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and a wide variety of seabirds. During the journey, we will also see the enigmatic Candelabra geoglyph, etched into the sand facing the sea.
We will then continue to Ica to visit the magical Huacachina Oasis, surrounded by towering dunes. Here, we will enjoy an adventure with dune buggies and practice sandboarding, taking in spectacular desert views.
After completing all activities, we will board a bus to Nazca. Upon arrival, the Travel in Peru team will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel to rest.
- Shared tourist bus for the visits.
- Shared guide for the visits.
- Overnight stay at a hotel in Nazca.
- Entrance fees to the visited sites.
- 14 to 17 hours
- Nazca altitude: 520 m / 1,706 ft above sea level.
Day 2: Nazca – Nazca Lines Overflight – Return to Lima
FLY OVER THE MYSTERIOUS NAZCA LINES AND DISCOVER FROM THE SKY ONE OF PERU’S GREATEST TREASURES!
After breakfast, we will transfer to the local airfield to enjoy the impressive Nazca Lines overflight, a world-renowned archaeological enigma. From the light aircraft, you will be able to observe figures such as the monkey, the hummingbird, the spider, and other geometric designs drawn more than 2,000 years ago in the Peruvian desert. The flight lasts approximately 30 to 35 minutes, and the schedule will be confirmed on site according to weather conditions.
In the afternoon, we will board the tourist bus for the return journey to Lima, enjoying views of the desert and coastline along the way. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel to rest.
- Shared tourist bus for the visits.
- Shared guide for the visits.
- Entrance fees to the visited sites, taxes.
- 14 to 17 hours
- Nazca altitude: 520 m / 1,706 ft above sea level.
Price and inclusions
From Lima, a fascinating route begins along Peru’s southern coast. In Paracas, you will sail to the Ballestas Islands to observe sea lions, penguins, and Pacific seabirds, as well as the mysterious Candelabra carved into the sand. You will then continue to the Huacachina Oasis, where you will enjoy the adrenaline of sandboarding and dune buggies among the desert dunes. In Nazca, you will experience the unique opportunity to fly over the enigmatic Nazca Lines, admiring their ancient figures from the sky. Finally, you will return to Lima with the satisfaction of having explored some of Peru’s most surprising landscapes.
The price includes
- Shared tourist transportation Lima – Paracas – Ica – Nazca – Lima.
- Boat excursion to the Ballestas Islands.
- Visit to the Huacachina Oasis.
- Nazca Lines overflight.
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites.
- Spanish-speaking specialized guide.
- Boxed breakfast during the journey.
- 1 night of hotel accommodation in Nazca.
Not included
- Meals not mentioned (lunch and dinner).
- Personal expenses and tips.
- Optional activities or extras not specified.