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Lima: Paracas, Ballestas Island, and Slave Tunnel Day Tour

From$119
16 hours
Lima, Peru

About this activity

Explore the stunning Ballestas Islands, Paracas National Reserve, and historic slave tunnels on a luxury guided day trip from Lima, including a Pisco Sour class!

Highlights

  • Marvel at sea lions and penguins at Ballestas Islands
  • Explore Paracas National Reserve’s unique landscapes
  • Take part in a lively Pisco Sour making class
  • Descend into the Secret Slave Tunnels at Hacienda San Jose
  • Relax on a luxury bus with bilingual local guides

Full description

Discover three of Peru’s most exciting attractions in just one day with this full-day adventure from Lima! Start your morning with seamless hotel pickup and travel in a comfortable luxury bus to the seaside town of Paracas. Cruise the wildlife-rich Ballestas Islands via boat, where you’ll spot playful sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and flocks of seabirds—sometimes even dolphins! Sharpen your mixology skills with a hands-on Pisco Sour-making class, then immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring landscapes of Paracas National Reserve where the desert dramatically meets the Pacific Ocean. After enjoying free time for lunch, finish your journey at Hacienda San Jose, descending into the captivating and mysterious Secret Slave Tunnels with a local guide. Operated by Peru Hop, TripAdvisor’s #1 rated provider, this well-rounded experience includes round-trip luxury bus transport, all guide services, and all entry fees. Perfect for travelers eager to maximize their Peruvian adventure before heading to Cusco and Machu Picchu!

Included / Excluded

  • Luxury bus transport with pickup/drop-off
  • Bilingual guide onboard and at all sites
  • Boat tour to Ballestas Islands
  • Guided Paracas National Reserve tour
  • Secret Slave Tunnels guided tour
  • Hands-on Pisco Sour class
  • All entry fees and taxes
  • Meals and individual drinks

Meeting point

Start Location

Parque Kennedy, Avenida Diagonal, Miraflores, Peru

Important information

Know before you book

  • Suitable for all ages from 1 year and up
  • Advance booking recommended—often sells out
  • Groups of 4 or more get a 10% discount
  • Flexible dates—no fee to change
  • Easy activity level; English and Spanish guided

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable shoes for walking
  • Bring sunscreen, hat, and a light jacket
  • Pack water and snacks for the trip
  • Free luggage storage available on the bus
  • Keep your passport and valuables with you

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Reviews

4.9(26,456 reviews)
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Molly Liggett
Nov 2026
5.0

My Peru hop experience was great, and really fun. Our guide Ricardo was super friendly and helpful, and he really seemed to genuinely care. Overall a really fun trip, thank you to Ricardo for the great communication!

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Pedro Diaz
Nov 2026
5.0

We had an amazing experience with Peru Hop! The pickup was smooth and hassle-free, and the bus was incredibly comfortable and kept nice and cool throughout the trip. Our guide, Anayeli, did a fantastic job keeping our group of 47 organized, punctual, and on schedule. The boat ride was enjoyable! We wished we could have seen more penguins, but it was still a great experience. Lunch was also really good. The highlight of the trip was definitely the dune buggies! Racing through the desert, going up and down massive dunes, was an absolute blast. Sandboarding down the steep hills was exhilarating and made the experience even more memorable. Overall, Peru Hop did a great job organizing everything and making the day fun and stress-free. **Definitely recommend Peru Hop to anyone looking for an adventure in Peru!**

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Roberto Morais
Nov 2026
5.0

(Translated by Google) Amazing experience, instructor Ana was attentive throughout the entire tour! I highly recommend it!! (Original) Experiencia sensacional, a instrutora Ana foi atenciosa em todos os momentos do tour ! Recomendo demais !!

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