Par-01 : Islas Ballestas Boat Tour - The Galapagos of Peru

Code: 824993
  • Duración: 2 hours
  • Máx. Pasajeros: 10
  • Dificultad: EASY

Description

Known as the Galapagos of Peru, or the" Galapagos of Poor". Yet, they are a fantastic wildlife destination: you probably would not expect to see penguins in Peru – yet they are there, sitting along sea lions and cormorants; swimming with dolphins and (depending on the season) even whales.



Price includes
  • Ticket to board the boat.
  • Lifejacket.
  • Tour guide.
Price does not include
  • Tourist Taxes to the Ministry of the Environment S/ 16.00.

Indicative price, subject to variation.

Importante

It sometimes happens that the sea is too rough to visit the Ballestas Islands by boat. If a weather report announcing a storm, we may change for a safer option and visit Islas Blancas instead of Ballestas Island. If it is too dangerous for navigation at sea, a financial reimbursement will be refunded to you.
Your departure time may vary depending on the sea the day of the tour.

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Departures are daily from Monday to Sunday, but they are only in the morning at 08:00 AM and 11:00 AM. 

Itinerary

  • Let's start by navigate to the most important wildlife sanctuary on the Peruvian Coast, two-hour excursion to the Ballestas Islands

    • On the route we will have the opportunity to see the “Candelabro”, a gigantic figure of unknown origin, in the style of the Nazca Lines, drawn in the sand, on the side of a hill.
    • Then we will sail fifteen more minutes and arrive at the Ballestas Islands where we can see rock formations and a great variety of marine species, sea lions, Humboldt penguins, chuitas, guanays, pelicans, oystercatchers, thousands of guano birds,  These beautiful islands serve as home to thousands of migratory birds, who share their habitat with colonies of restless sea lions. 
    • Then we will arrive at the maternity hospital of sea lions 

    We return to the dock for the end of this tour.

Faq

The best time is between October and April.

They include lodging, transfers and excursions within the park.

Between 3 and 6 nights are recommended depending on the program.

Some excursions require good physical condition, but there are gentle options.

Generally from Puerto Natales.

Technical, waterproof and warm clothing.

Yes, the programs are adapted according to level and preferences.
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