PARACAS – ICA 2 DAYS AND 1 NIGHT

DAY 1: PARACAS NATIONAL RESERVE
06:30 hrs. Departure towards Paracas with Transportes Cruz del Sur (Av. Javier Prado 1109).
10:00 hrs. Arrival in Paracas. Reception at the terminal and transfer to the hotel.
11:00 hrs. We will have a visit to the Paracas National Reserve (RNP). The RNP is a protected area with the purpose of conserving and protecting the various species of wild flora and fauna that live there. As a first point, we will visit the fossil site of Turritelas, marine snails that lived in this area more than 36 million years ago. Then, we will visit the Cathedral, a rock formation located between Supay and Yumaque beaches, on this cliff we will be able to observe birds such as Peruvian boobies, tendrils, cormorants and Pelicans. We continue with the tour visiting Yumaque beach, where we can take a short walk along the shore of the beach and observe birds. Next, we will go to the Mirador del Istmo de la Península where we can take panoramic photos of Lagunillas beach, Paracas Bay and the desert landscape, from this viewpoint. Then, we can see the red beach, a beautiful and unique beach on the coast. Finally, we will visit La Aguada beach, a feeding area for birds such as the parihuanas or flamingos, a bird that served General San Martín as inspiration to create the National colors of our Flag. Also, we can observe other migratory or resident species. Return to the hotel.
Overnight in Paracas.

DAY 2: BALLESTAS ISLANDS – CITY TOUR ICA
Breakfast.
07:40 hrs. Pick up from the Hotel.
08:00 hrs. We will leave for the Ballestas Islands in modern gliders, all with life jackets and a guide on board. On the way you You will be able to appreciate “El Candelabro”, a large geoglyph that served as a lighthouse for the Paracas navigators. This Candelabra is related to the Nazca Lines and geoglyphs.
The Ballestas Islands are made up of rock formations where there is an important marine fauna with guano birds such as the Guanay, Piquero, Pelicano and Zarcillo, mainly.
We will also be able to see Peruvian Humboldt penguins, a bird that is in danger of extinction. Likewise, these islands serve as a natural refuge for different varieties of sea lions, dolphins and other mammals.

11:00 hrs. Departure to the city of Ica.
11:40 hrs: Arrival in the city
12:00 hrs. Start of City Tour: We will visit the historic center of the city of Ica, Plaza de Armas, The Sanctuary of the Lord of Luren and an artisanal Winery, where we will learn about the Process of making Peruvian Wines and Piscos, we will also be able to taste the different varieties of Wines and Piscos.
Then, we will have a visit to the Huacachina Lagoon, considered the oasis of America, a place where adventure sports such as Buggies and Sandboarding are practiced.
p.m. Transfer to the bus station according to bus ticket.
Departure to the city of Lima

End of our services

OUR SERVICES INCLUDES:
 Lima-Paracas-Ica-Lima bus ticket
 01 night of accommodation.
 01 breakfast.
 Tour to the Paracas National Reserve.
 Tour to the Ballestas Islands.
 City Tour Ica, Wineries and Huacachina.
 Official Spanish/English Tourism Guide.
 Tourist Taxes.
 Permanent assistance
 Transfer In / Out

WE RECOMMEND BRINGING:
 Vaccination Card.
 Masks.
 Alcohol.
 Sunscreen.
 Sunglasses.
 Cap or hat.
 Water Bottle.
 Camera with extra battery.
 Small backpack.

OUR SERVICES DO NOT INCLUDE:
 Tips.
 Buggie Tour
 Food.
 Extra expenses not mentioned in the tour.
 VAT taxes.