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"It exceeded my expectations and I loved the people I met there. The hikes were so well organized, food was amazing, and the guides were super caring even getting the cooks to make a cake for me on my birthday on the Lares trek."
Araceli Gutierrez
MO, USA
Traveled to: Lima, Cusco, Lares, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain
"Based on the trip you organized, the historical knowledge, the people, the food, the culture and the natural beauty of Peru, it was simply the best trip I’ve ever taken. This trip will forever be in my memory."
Gilles Verrier
MB, Canada
Traveled to: Lima, Puerto Maldonado, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Lares Trek, Machu Picchu
"We wouldn’t stop talking about how well executed and planned everything was. I personally loved the Inca trail addition and I am so glad you gave that to us as an option. The hike to Huayna Picchu was also a group favorite."
Natasha Mehta & friends
NY & PA, USA
Traveled to: Cusco, Lares + 2-day Inca Trail Trek, Machu Picchu
"All in all we had an absolutely amazing time and the trip completely blew my expectations out of the water. The hotels were all fabulous with beautiful views. Thank you sincerely for the trip of a lifetime!"
Aggie Szymanska
CA, USA
Traveled to: Lima, Paracas, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley
"Our trip to Peru was nothing short of magnificent. As for our favorite part, we loved it all. Machu Picchu was everything we thought it would be and more. We had a wonderfully successful trip to Peru!"
Steven Kopelic
PA, USA
Traveled to: Amazon, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco
Paracas is worth adding to your Peru itinerary if you love the ocean, bird-watching, and archaeology. As one of the first National Reserves in Peru, the Paracas National Reserve is an emblem of Peru’s coastal landscape and its unique biodiversity. Brimming with migratory birds, ocean-kissed rock formations, and sea lions resting on every imaginable surface, nature lovers will find a haven in the Ballestas Islands. Visit the nearby Nazca Lines or Tambo Colorado archaeological complex for impressively preserved pre-Incan artifacts. Or simply relax beach-side in a hotel overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Private car or bus. The 160 mile (260 km) journey from Lima to Paracas can be done in 3 hours with private transportation. The comfortable bus ride will take 4 hours.
We wouldn’t recommend only one day in Paracas simply because of the 4-hour transit time to and from Lima.
2-3 days. Most travelers opt for 2-days/1-night in Paracas. Day 1 includes traveling from Lima to a Paracas hotel and an overnight stay. Day 2 includes a morning tour of Ballestas Islands and a return trip to Lima. An additional day can be added for further sightseeing in the Paracas National Reserve.
Paracas Bay is a richly biodiverse ecosystem in the Pacific Ocean. The Humboldt current flows off the coast of Peru and brings in nutrients that attract all types of wildlife. With over 200+ bird species, 52 fish species, 19 mammals, and 6 reptile species, animal highlights in Paracas include:
The best Paracas Hotels offer stunning views of Paracas Bay. Our Top Pick Paracas Hotels are:
December - March are the summer months on the coast of Peru. Days are hot and skies are clear which draws in Peruvians who summer in their beach houses along Paracas Bay. Wildlife like sea lions can be spotted year round, but the best time to see Humboldt penguins is between April - November.
