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Adventure Paracas & Huacachina Day trip from Lima

Lima
by Viator
Duration17 hours
DifficultyEasy
SeasonSee calendar when booking
LanguagePortuguese, English

The Experience

Discover one of Peru’s most exciting landscapes on an unforgettable full-day adventure. Explore the dramatic desert-meets-ocean scenery of the Paracas National Reserve in a mini buggy, then head to Huacachina, Peru’s only natural oasis, for thrilling dune rides in off-road vehicles, sandboarding, and a spectacular golden sunset. Adventure, adrenaline, and breathtaking views—all in one epic experience.

How to book

Booked on Viator, who runs this experience. Inclusions and cancellation are theirs.

  • Book with Viator

    5.0(114 reviews)

    Free cancellation · 24h before

    from₹8,692

    Includes: Transportation 28 travelers maximum. AVOID CROWDED BUSES · All fees & taxes · Luxury Bus with Air Conditioning, clean restroom, Usb Ports and a big storage room · +4 more

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What to Bring

Recommended

  • Bring sunscreen, it is hot all year round in Paracas and Huacachina.
  • Please bring cash/local currency. We will stop for breakfast on the way to Paracas or perhaps take some time here before the tour on mini buggy, also for any needs you may have during the day.
  • Bring sunglasses and a bandana, very important for the desert. Lots of sandy wind. You can purchase them in Paracas or Huacachina.

Logistics & Transit

Transport not included
Location
Lima

Difficulty & Fitness

Easy1/5

Easy — suitable for all fitness levels, no experience needed.

About the guide

Guide type
Tour Guide Led
Group experience
No — private booking

Know before you go

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries Not recommended for pregnant travelers Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health Suitable for all physical fitness levels Good to Know: The dune buggy adventure and sandboarding are a combined, dynamic experience. You'll enjoy both thrilling activities within a single 2-hour tour, with dedicated pauses for capturing stunning photos of your journey. Your journey concludes with an estimated arrival back in Lima around 11:30 p.m. To ensure convenient drop-offs, we will enter the city through the vibrant district of Barranco, followed by Miraflores, and will complete the route in San Isidro. Please note that drop-off times can be later than anticipated, particularly on weekends due to heavy traffic. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to get everyone safely to their final destination. All essential tour details, including your precise pickup time and a link to join our travel group, will be sent via WhatsApp the evening before your tour at 8 p.m. To ensure a smooth start to your adventure, please have WhatsApp downloaded and active on your phone at least one day prior. This is our primary and only method for sharing these important last-minute updates. We look forward to connecting with you! "Important Notice: This tour concludes upon arrival in Lima, and we cannot guarantee a specific arrival time due to factors beyond our control such as traffic and unforeseen delays. For this reason, we strongly advise against booking this tour if you have a domestic or international flight scheduled on the same day. The company cannot be held responsible for missed flights." Get ready for an incredible, full-day adventure! This tour is packed with amazing sights and has an estimated duration of 17 hours or more. To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone, we want to let you know that our schedule may occasionally be affected by things like Lima's famous traffic or other unforeseen circumstances. We truly appreciate your flexibility and can't wait to show you the best of the city!" Very important. On holidays such as Easter Weekend from April 6 to 9 and from July 28 to 30, celebration of Independence Day in Peru: Pick-ups will be made 1 hour before usual hours. The activities of the Ballestas Islands will be only 1 hour and 30 minutes (all operators) and Dune buggy & Sandabord (Huacachina) only 1 hour (all operators)