Ballestas & Paracas Reserve from PISCO CRUISESHIP TERMINAL

All our tours depart directly from San Martín Port, just a few steps from your cruise ship – no need to take the shuttle buses provided by the ship. The tour begins promptly at 9:15 AM, so we kindly ask that you be at the meeting point 20 minutes earlier for check-in and coordination.

We'll start with a short transfer to the dock of El Chaco, where you'll board a speedboat to explore the Ballestas Islands, often referred to as the "Little Galápagos". During the boat tour, you'll see a rich variety of wildlife including sea lions, Humboldt penguins, Peruvian boobies, and possibly dolphins. You'll also admire the mysterious Candelabro geoglyph, carved into the cliffside.

After returning from the islands, you'll have around 40 minutes of free time to relax, enjoy a snack or coffee, and use the facilities in the Paracas bay area.

The second part of the tour takes you into the breathtaking Paracas National Reserve, one of Peru's most important protected coastal desert ecosystems. You'll visit key spots like Lagunillas Bay, the Cathedral rock formation (formed by wind and sea erosion), and scenic desert viewpoints with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean.

The tour concludes back at San Martín Port, near the hangar, ensuring a smooth and timely return to your cruise ship.

This port-to-port experience offers the best of Paracas in one day – wildlife, nature, and unique landscapes – all guided by a local expert team specialised in cruise ship excursions.


Important Information

Pick-Up: This tour starts directly from San Martín Port, just steps away from your cruise ship. There is no need to take the cruise line shuttle buses.

Communication: Please provide a valid mobile number. All real-time updates and coordination will be done via WhatsApp, so make sure you have coverage during your visit.

Entrance Fees: Please bring cash to pay the required entrance fees for the Ballestas Islands and Paracas Reserve.

Arrival Time: Please arrive 30 minutes before the tour departure time. Our team will be waiting for you with a sign that reads "JD ADVENTURE TRAVEL".