The name of the islands means "Crossbow", so named according to local fishermen. The group of three islands has narrow shorelines and cliffs that rise to flan areas that cover an area of 3.2 square kilometers. In the breeding season this is where birds build their nests with their own droppings. These droppings, the famous guano fertilizer, are harvested every 4-7 years. The boat trip to Ballestas Islands provides an opportunity to easily watch resident and migratory birds, including flamingos, red-legged cormorants, Inca terns, bobbies, as well as playful sea lions, amusing Humboldt penguins and, we are lucky, we might see marine otters and the bird with the largest wingspan in the world, the condor, which flies down from the Andes in search of food.
Tour Itinerary:
At 6 or 7am we will pick you up from your hotel and transfer to the wharf of the Beach the Chaco - Paracas. Speedboat excursion to Ballestas Islands. During navigation the bay is surrounded and the port is appraised San Martín, soon the Mysterious figure of Candelabrum, Ballestas Islands the deposits of Marine Wolves, Guaneras seabirds have an interview that in their natural habitat constitute, by their capricious and beautiful forms, sea lions, penguins, and beautiful landscapes of the Peruvian Coast.
After two hours and half will be our return to the wharf and free time. To opportune hour to come back to Pisco city and the end of our service or you can connect to the land tour to Paracas national reserve, leaving at 11am.
Price Includes:
- Transfer from Pisco to the wharf of the Chaco
- Official English speaking guide
- Speedboat for 15-20 people capacity. Private VIP service we departure small boat for 10-15 people capacity
- Safe jacket
- Park entrance
Price Excludes:
- Alcoholic drinks
- Breakfast/Lunch on the trip
- Tips for the guide and camp staff
Rain Season: Some cloudy days, specially in the morning between July and November.
Best Time for Picture: All the year. Don't forget to test the Ceviche, one of the most popular food of the Peruvian cuisine.
Advice for Visitors: For birdwatcher we advice to take special organized tour with private boat and guide.
What You Need to Bring/Carry:
- Hat or cap to protect you from the sun
- Sun block (sun protection cream)
- Camera, plenty of film and spare batteries
- Binoculars
- Summer clothes
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Backpacker service (Join a group):
1 to more participants US$45 each
Private VIP service (private guide):
2 participants US$165 each
3-4 participants US$140 each
5 to more participants US$115 each
Discount 5%: South American Explorers Club Members
Discount 10%: Tour Operators or Travel Agencies Only
Students: US$25 discount only with valid green ISIC card
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South America
Peru
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