Join us on this fantastic flight over the mysterious Nazca Lines and nature tour of the Ballestas Islands, also called the “Galapogos of Peru”.  The astonishing Nazca Lines were created between 500BC and 500AD and consists of a collection of geoglyphs comprising of more than 70 human figures and stylized animals. You must fly above these lines to appreciate their beauty and complexity. On day 2 explore the series of naturally formed arches and caves of the Ballestas Islands which are perfect shelter for masses of seabirds and sea lions. Then take a tour of Ica and enjoy it's highlights.

Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night

Departures: All year round

Fitness Level: Does not apply Reservations: Contact Us

ITINERARY: Nazca Lines - Ballestas Islands - Huacachina

Day 1: Flight over the Nazca Lines

7:00am Depart from Lima by bus (Royal Service)  to Nazca (approx. 6:30 hours). 1.30 pm  Arrive at the city of Nazca. Then transfer to the airport for the flight over the Nazca Lines, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1994. In the area, there are at least 13 giant figures etched on the sandy soil that are only possible to appreciate from a small plane.  During the flight over the Nazca Lines, we see the monkey, spider, hummingbird, a geometrical bird, whale, tree, etc. These mysterious lines seem like an astrological calendar, but even today it is still unknown how they were made. Return to the city of  Ica by  bus. Overnight in the city

Day 2: Ica - Huacachina Oasis - Sandboarding

At: 6:30 am transfer from your hotel in Ica to the  Paracas Port,  where your the boat and tour guide are waiting . Around 7:30 am we take an excursion for 2.5 hours to the Ballestas Islands. We catch a delightful tourist boat. These islands are spectacular and are eroded into numerous arches and caves, which provide shelter for thousands of seabirds, some of which are very rare, and also sea lions. These islands are known as the “Galapagos of Peru”. The island is isolated from people so the wild life is not disturbed. As the boat approaches, you get closer to the amazing inhabitants including, pelicans, penguins, cormorants, Peruvian boobies, walruses, sea lions, turtles, dolphins, whales, etc. Along the way we  can appreciate Paraca´s Candelabra, a mysterious ancient etching on the sandy slope, perhaps a location signal. Lunch in the port of Paracas or  at  Ica City. The  city of Ica is Peru’s premier wine centre. At a designated time we will take you on the Ica City Tour, where we visit the Regional Museum of Luren, Wine Cellar, Oasis of Huacachina and sandboarding. Transfer to the bus terminus to return to Lima.

INCLUDED:

• Bus tickets Lima / Nazca /Ica / Lima • 1 night hotel accommodation, including breakfast • City tour in Ica • Guided tour to the Huacachina Oasis, Regional Museum and sandboarding • Flight over the Nazca Lines in Airplane.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Drinks , including bottled water • Meals • Tips • Tax for flight

PRICE: US$280.00 per person

Enquire Now Note: Price is based on double or twin accommodation.  A single supplement applies, if you request single accommodation.