Paracas National Reserve Tour
from US$ 11.35 per person
This is the easiest way to see the Paracas National Reserve without driving anything yourself. We meet at El Chaco pier and you board group transport with an official guide, who explains the landscape as you cross desert that runs straight into the sea: the Interpretation Center, the La Catedral viewpoint, Playa Roja and the Lagunillas cove.
It takes about 2 hours, in groups of up to 25 people, with morning or afternoon departures. It suits families, older travelers and anyone who spends the morning on the Ballestas Islands. Bring physical ID, sunglasses, sunscreen and a jacket: the wind in Paracas blows hard, especially in the afternoon.
Highlights
- Guided tour of about 2 hours in group transport
- Interpretation Center, La Catedral, Playa Roja and Lagunillas
- Departs from El Chaco pier, morning or afternoon
- No age restriction: suitable for the whole family
- Guide in Spanish or English; other languages on request
- Routes set by SERNANP within the reserve
Gallery
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Schedule
- Morning or afternoon
- Capacity
- Up to 25 people
- Minimum age
- No restriction
- Service
- Shared
- Languages
- Spanish and English
Itinerary
A guided tour in group transport through the main sights of the Paracas National Reserve, where the desert runs into the sea.
Meet at El Chaco pier
You meet the guide at El Chaco pier and board the group transport to the reserve.
Interpretation Center
A stop to learn about the reserve's ecosystems and the wildlife of its sea and shoreline.
La Catedral viewpoint
From the viewpoint you see what remains of La Catedral, the rock formation over the sea that lost its arch in the 2007 earthquake.
Playa Roja
A viewpoint over the red-sand beach, one of the reserve's best-known landscapes.
Lagunillas cove
A fishing cove on the sea with fish and seafood restaurants (meals not included).
Back to El Chaco pier
The transport drops you back at the meeting point.
Included
- Meeting point: El Chaco pier in Paracas
- Group transport during the reserve tour
- Official tour guide in Spanish or English (other languages: ask for rates)
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Paracas National Reserve tourist ticket
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Paracas
Safety
- Certified group transport
- Guide specialized in the reserve
- Routes set by SERNANP
Important
- Bookings are confirmed with a 50% deposit
- Cancellation up to 48 hours before: full refund; less than 48 hours before: no refund
- Date changes are subject to availability
- Every passenger, without exception, must carry a valid, physical ID document
- Luxury Travels Perú is not responsible for lost or stolen personal belongings; keep them with you at all times
- In the group transport, seating is at the guide's discretion
- Passengers who do not show up lose the tour with no refund
Frequently asked questions
Where does the tour start, and is there hotel pickup?
The meeting point is El Chaco pier in Paracas. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.
Can I do it on the same day as the Ballestas Islands?
Yes. With morning and afternoon departures, it is easy to pair with your island trip. If you would rather book one package, we also offer combined versions by ATV and by minibuggy.
Is this a private tour?
No, it is a shared service in group transport with up to 25 people. Seating is assigned by the guide.
Is it suitable for children and older travelers?
Yes, there is no age restriction and the tour is done by vehicle, with no physical effort required.
What documents do I need?
Every passenger must carry a valid, physical ID document.
