Ballestas Islands, Ica Vineyards & Huacachina

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Ballestas Islands

09:00 am, Excursion to the Paracas Peninsula, the most important wildlife Sanctuary on the Peruvian Coast. Motorboat ride to the Ballestas Islands in the Paracas National Reserve, where we can observe, see the sea lions, pelicans, penguins and other seabirds.

11:20 am      Transfer from Paracas –Ica; We will take our transport that will take us to our next point of visit.

Lunch – Wine and Pisco Tasting Tour – Chocoteja (Type of Chocolate)

12:30, Then there will be an excursion to the artisanal countryside, where we can learn the entire process of making our Peruvian Pisco, guided by an experienced worker from the winery.

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ICA

The city of Ica is known as the city of the eternal sun. This city is located in the province and in the department of the same name, and is the capital of the department in which it is located. Ica peru

Among the different tourist attractions found within the city of Ica, there are places such as the Plaza de Armas, which is the oldest architectural structure in the city. Around this square are important buildings, such as the Cathedral of the region.

The Cathedral of Ica, which is a construction dating from the 18th century, suffered serious damage during the last earthquake that occurred in Ica, which is why, only in 2012, the authorities of the region saw the need to restore the same, to restore its former splendour. huacachina peru

Other attractions that share the surroundings of the main square of Ica, are a series of large houses, among which the Marques de Torre Hermosa house stands out, which is one of the few colonial houses that has survived the constant earthquakes that have been unleashed.

The building is also known by the name of “Casa Bolívar”, and the structure highlights the beautiful stone façade that it presents.

Likewise, there are a number of important museums in the city, among these are the Museum of Engraved Stones, which is located in front of the Plaza. This museum exhibits, as its name indicates, different stones that depict different scenes on its body.

Another museum that is located in the city is the Regional Museum of Ica, which is in charge of exhibiting different archaeological finds that have been discovered in expeditions in the region. peruvian desert

Weather

Ica has a warm and dry climate, with an average temperature of 27 °C in summer and 18 °C in winter. Normally, the maximum temperature does not exceed 30 °C and the minimum does not fall below 8 °C. A characteristic of its climate is related to the strong winds called “paracas”, which usually raise large clouds of sand.

TOP ATTRACTIONS IN ICA

• Tacama – Vineyards with wineries.
• Huacachina Oasis.
• Huacachina Lagoon.
• Canyon of the Lost.
• El Catador – Vineyards with wineries.
• Regional Museum
• Main Square.
• Cachiche Witches Park.

PARACAS NATIONAL RESERVE

Recognized worldwide for the richness and diversity of species that inhabit the sea that bathes its desert coasts and for the number of its own and migratory birds, which during some months of the year come to Peru fleeing the cold.

This protected area also has a whole area of ​​wetlands, where birds such as flamingos, seagulls, penguins nest, it is even possible that you see the flight of a condor. Famous for the presence of sea lions of various types. peru desert

WHAT ANIMALS CAN BE OBSERVED IN THE PARACAS NATIONAL RESERVE?

• The flamenco,
• The white sandpiper
• The fishing eagle,
• The Pelican,

• The guanay or our favorite,
• The Peruvian pikeman.

THE BALLESTAS ISLANDS

The Ballestas Islands are located in front of Paracas, and are three small islands, Ballestas Norte, Ballestas Centro and Ballestas Sur; each has an area of ​​approximately 0.12 km². The islands are located outside the Paracas National Reserve area.

The Ballestas Islands are made up of rock formations where there is an important marine fauna with guano birds such as the guanay, the booby and the tendril mainly, the North, Central and South Ballestas Islands stand out.

WHY ARE THEY CALLED THE BALLESTAS ISLANDS?

The Ballestas Islands are a group of small islands located off the Paracas peninsula. They are also known as “the Galapagos of Peru” due to their abundant fauna and the impressive landscape they offer to visitors. peru desert oasis

BY WHOM IS THE BALLESTAS ISLANDS ADMINISTERED?

It is administered by SERNANP in total it administers 22 islands, islets and points that are part of the National Reserve System of Islands, Islets and Points of Guaneras.

MARINE BIODIVERSITY IN THE BALLESTAS ISLANDS

The Ballestas Islands are a refuge for colonies of sea lions. Likewise, different species of guano birds fly between the islands, such as the guanay, the booby, the tendril and the pelican, reaching the nests of some of these species on the rocks.

HOW MUCH?

We have price alternatives that accommodate all budgets, prices per person, expressed in US Dollars.

Make your quotes and reservations by email [email protected], you can also communicate with one of our sales executives at the telephones detailed below, we will be happy to assist you.

Phone – WhatsApp: +51 969 787 221
Phone – WhatsApp: +51 986 994 218

HOW TO BOOK THE TOUR?

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To confirm reservations it is required to pay 50% in advance and the other 50% can be paid upon arrival at your destination.

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