Paracas tours, from desert to sea

Reservations are made directly via WhatsApp for a quick and secure booking. We accept local bank transfers, mobile payment apps, and credit or debit cards through a secure payment link. We do not charge surprise fees.

We recommend booking at least 48 hours in advance, especially during the high season (January to April) or for activities with limited daily spaces such as scuba diving, paragliding, or the Golden Shadows trek.

Safety is our priority. If the Port Authority closes the El Chaco pier due to high waves or strong winds (affecting the Ballestas Islands tour), we will coordinate immediately to reschedule your tour to the next available departure or issue a 100% refund without administrative fees.

You can reschedule or cancel your reservation without any penalty by notifying us at least 24 hours prior to the tour time. Last-minute cancellations or no-shows are subject to the loss of the booking deposit.

Yes! We have a central office in Paracas. If you arrive early by bus and your hotel room is not yet available, or if you take a tour before departing for Ica/Lima, we store your bags safely and completely free of charge.

To do the Ballestas Islands tour, you pay S/ 16 per person (pier fee + SERNANP entry tax). For the Paracas National Reserve, the entry ticket costs S/ 11. If you plan to visit both places, we recommend purchasing the Combined Ticket for S/ 22 (valid for 2 days), which saves you money. Children pay a reduced fee (50%).

No. The Ballestas Islands are part of the National Reserve System of Islands, Islets, and Guano Points, a strictly protected area. The boat tour goes around the islands without landing to protect the nesting birds and sea lions. If you wish to swim or dive, we recommend our Scuba Diving tour.

For the Ballestas Islands, a windbreaker jacket is essential, as the wind is cold at sea. For the Paracas National Reserve (land tour), we recommend comfortable clothes, closed shoes, sunglasses, a strapped hat, and plenty of sunscreen.

For Scuba Diving, we offer the "PADI Discovery Dive", perfect for absolute beginners. You do not need prior experience, as you will be accompanied one-on-one by a certified instructor underwater.

Yes, it is 100% safe. You will fly in tandem with a certified instructor with extensive flight hours and approved equipment. The flight depends entirely on suitable wind currents. If weather conditions are not safe, the activity is postponed or cancelled with a full refund.

Absolutely. At SolyMar, we only operate with licensed, formal dune buggies that undergo regular safety inspections. They feature reinforced roll cages, individual seats with 4-point safety harnesses, and professional drivers with years of experience on the dunes.

The trek has a low-to-moderate difficulty level. It is a guided hike of approximately 2 hours along the desert trails and cliff edges of the National Reserve. It is suitable for the whole family and children from age 8. Sturdy sports shoes are required.

From Lima, the most popular and comfortable way is to take an intercity bus (such as Cruz del Sur) to Paracas station (about 3.5 to 4 hours of travel). From Ica, the drive takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes. We also offer private door-to-door transfers with air-conditioned vehicles.

We offer both options. The speedboats to the Ballestas Islands and the buggies in Huacachina are shared tours. The land tours to the Paracas Reserve, scuba diving, trekking, and personalized transfers can be booked as private tours for a more exclusive experience at your own pace.