Breathtaking Huacachina & Ballestas: Peru's Desert-Ocean Duo
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A once in a lifetime Day Trip from Lima to Paracas and Huacachina Oasis with Peru Hop, the Most Highly Reviewed Company in Peru. Our huge luxury buses are almost double the size of any other company offering this tour and we are the only company offering free high speed Wi-Fi, which is hugely important for the long journey to and from Lima. Visit the Ballestas Islands in Paracas, Peru’s “Mini-Galápagos,” where sealions, penguins, and countless seabirds thrive in their natural habitat. Experience the desert oasis of Huacachina with free time around the lagoon, dune buggy and sandboarding with the best local company in Huacachina, all timed perfectly for a spectacular sunset toast in the desert. Get a real taste of Peruvian cuisine at the highest restaurant in Paracas overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Onboard local Peruvian hosts who will share stories about life in Peru you won’t find in guidebooks Don’t be a typical tourist… Discover the Real Peru with Peru Hop!
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NISHTHA_G, 10/28/2025 1:46:16 PM
Amazing experience . Must do in Lima. Sand boarding , sand dunes and boat to island with professional guides . Bus is super comfortable and our guide also gave us free shots at the end of trip. Team is very helpful and very responsive. Relaxed and comfortable trip .
L2702TCjanetm, 10/28/2025 7:13:57 AM
This place is awesome with amazing staff. I didn't struggle locating the conference hall, the team was quick to direct. The hall was on AC, with good ambience. The food was sweet, fresh and mesmerising. I recommend Premium Inn to anyone looking for a hotel.
181satishb, 10/27/2025 9:45:57 PM
We traveled with *Peru Hop* and it was amazing! Everything was perfectly organized — comfortable buses, flexible stops, and excellent service. A special thank you to *Majorie and her team*, who were always friendly, helpful, and professional. They made sure we felt safe, informed, and welcome throughout the journey. Thanks to Peru Hop, we discovered places we’d never have seen on our own. It was a worry-free, enjoyable way to explore Peru. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the country. Thank you, Majorie & team — you truly made our trip unforgettable!
prewinr2025, 10/27/2025 9:18:28 PM
Thanks to franklin marjory alejandro. Good guides . Terrific expercience and included some snacks en drinks. Bye bye peru
M7500PHerich, 10/27/2025 8:18:12 PM
Great experience and Sol was an amazing host and guide. The whole experience was well coordinated and easy to follow. Would recommend
Irving G, 10/26/2025 7:29:53 PM
I had the absolute best experience traveling with Peru Hop thanks to our phenomenal guide Fio! From start to finish, she made our trip to Paracas and Huacachina unforgettable, her energy, knowledge, and kindness truly elevated the journey. Every stop was perfectly organized, and she went above and beyond to make sure everyone was comfortable and having a great time. Highly recommend both Peru Hop and Fio for anyone looking to explore the beauty of Peru. Thank you for everything, Fio, you made this adventure one to remember!
gustavoo197, 10/25/2025 9:43:01 PM
Very well organized and Fiorella was amazing. She definitely lighten our day with her presence. She always kept us in the loop and was very helpful when needed. I seriously couldn’t have asked for a better tour guide. I am really going to miss her energetic persona even when it was 5 am in the morning. I appreciate this tour for making it very enjoyable in every possible way. I love Peru!
rachellL4213CO, 10/25/2025 8:52:39 PM
Booked with Get your guide for the day trip, who responded really quickly to any questions we had. The day before we recieved the pick up time and gave us regular updates as to the progress the bus made, including a phone call when 5 mins away. It was worth the early start, the guide Fio was welcoming and helpful. Speaking in 2 languages throughout the tour and regularly used WhatsApp with meeting locations. Fio also helped with food options for lunch and tea. The activities themselves all included in the tour, were great fun!! We skipped the queues so we didnt get stuck in large crowds! The boat tour was really interesting and we saw lots of wildlife! The sandboarding and dune buggy was also brilliant, thanks to Olivers amazing driving! The bus had WiFi, USB ports, recliner seats and made the drives go a lot quicker! It was the safest driver we have seen since being in Lima! They were accommodating to us moving to a different hotel, dropping us off at a different location! The trip was worth every penny! Massive thanks to Fio and the team . The atmosphere was really positive and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves. We had an amazing time and will recommend it to anyone who asks!
Caribwoman, 10/25/2025 8:29:49 PM
Fiorella was a great guide, an easy fun day. Follow all guidance and tips and you will have a great time. Pick up was on time, no delays. Everything was as advertised.
marybW7528FM, 10/25/2025 8:29:37 PM
From start to finish the experience was wonderful. Easy to navigate the tickets and great communication from the company on what to expect and help prepare for the tour. A great value for the money! Our guide Fio was amazing, friendly, well organized, helpful and fun! Our dune buggy driver, Eber was excellent and brought the thrills and fun. We will cherish the memories of today for many more years to come!
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We pick up from hotels and hostels located in Miraflores, Barranco, San Isidro and some in Lima downtown.
- Bring sunscreen, it is hot all year round in Paracas and Huacachina.
- Food is not included, although we have discounts in many restaurants.
- See itinerary for hour by hour plan.
- Minimum age for the buggy and sandboarding tour is 7 years
- The bus will arrive back in Lima around 11:30 pm - midnight
- The Only company with Luxury Buses for the long journey, others use small vans
- The tour runs with slight adjustments during the following holidays: Easter weekend (April 17-20) and Peru's Independence Day celebrations (July 25-28). The pick-up time will be 1 hour before the usual time.
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Minimum age is 7 years Dress code: Please bring breakfast with you (direct bus) • Not wheelchair accessible • Warm weather all year round. • Light-weight jumper/jacket for speedboat ride to Ballestas. Closed-toe footwear for Sandboarding. • Important: 28 – 30 July is Independence Day Celebration in Peru: The pick-up time will be 1 hour before the usual time, Sandboarding/dunebuggy (Huacachina) only 1 hour (all operators) and Ballestas Islands (Paracas) only1 hour and 30 minutes (all operators) • Bring suncream • Please don’t be late, as bus must leave on time to do Ballestas Islands at 10:00 am.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund