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This exclusive Ballestas Islands tour is designed specifically for cruise ship passengers arriving at San Martín Port. By booking this tour with us, you avoid the stress and uncertainty of last-minute arrangements—we provide a seamless, port-to-port service, with pick-up and drop-off just steps from your ship. Our team has extensive experience handling shore excursions with precision and care, ensuring you’re back on time and fully satisfied.
Forget about crowded cruise tours and overpriced options—we offer a smooth, efficient, and professional experience, tailored to your ship’s schedule. Book with confidence and enjoy a worry-free adventure with a trusted local operator
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
We offer our own transport for all our clients for pick up and drop off from/to San Martin Port
Bottle of Water.
English speaking tour guide.
Life jacket and all safety equipment.
Modern SpeedBoat for Ballestas Islands.
Pickup and drop-off from San Martin Port Pisco.
Food and drinks, unless specified.
Entrance fee for Ballestas Islands
Tips are not included
Travel Insurance.
Islas Ballestas
Your adventure begins right at San Martín Port, where we will collect you just metres from your ship’s gangway and transfer you comfortably to the Paracas tourist pier. From there, you’ll embark on a fascinating boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, with a scenic stop at the mysterious Candelabra geoglyph, etched into the coastal hillside. The Ballestas are part of a protected natural reserve and are home to an incredible variety of marine wildlife, including sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and dozens of seabird species. As this is a natural ecosystem, sightings may vary and are beyond our control. Entrance fee to the reserve is required and paid locally before departure. At the end of the tour, you may choose to explore Paracas town at your leisure or return with us on our private shuttle. Guests who wish to stay longer can easily return to port via the cruise shuttle, which operates every 30 minutes. Book with confidence, your comfort, safety, and timely return are our top priorities.
Pickup included
40 đánh giá
Tổng số đánh giá và xếp hạng từ Viator & TripAdvisor
Judith D,
14 thg 10, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
Great day out. Didn’t see many penguins or seals. Could be the time of year but still a great experience especially the side trip on the way back to the port. Highly recommend
Karen H,
3 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
We had the absolute best time on this tour. The information provided several days before we arrived was incredibly detailed. The tour guides on both the bus and the boat were fabulous This is a must do tour with a really caring company
GaryandSue Y,
3 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
What a fantastic tour. Plenty of communication prior to the tour, and pick up from the cruise ship was as easy as they stated. Nice comfortable coach, complete with USB charging. Our tour guide made sure we all understood the directions, and we had adequate "free time" in town after the Island cruise. The sights out on the speed boat were spectacular - knowing our chances of seeing things was completely up to Mother Nature - she did not disappoint The additional sightseeing on the way back to the ship was a bonus and provided some excellent photo opportunities. I would highly recommend this tour!
Daniele U,
29 thg 8, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
Serious and reliable tour operator. Everything on time and the ballet islands are worth a visit. But I recommend doing it in combination with the Paracas reserve on the same day
Sarah Y,
16 thg 6, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
This was a sham. From cruise port there was complimentary shuttle to take us to this place and back. We could have purchased the boat trip ticket right at the dock. The worst part is that this company just left us there, without knowing how we are supposed to get back to the ship (then we learned about the free shuttle). I should have demanded some refund! It happened last Nov. The boat tour (which is independent from this) was a fun experience. Just go to the dock and buy the ticket right there for less.
Julianne E,
10 thg 5, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
We really enjoyed our trip out to the islands to experience all the bird life and sea life up close and en mass. This was a very well organised trip which was a total delight from start to end.
Terrance C,
29 thg 3, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
The tour operator, Jose, communicated well via WhatsApp. We were picked up from the dock right outside the ship as promised. The ride to town was comfortable with Jose narrating. Upon arrival to Paracas Jose turned us over to our port guide, Juan, who took the group for a bathroom break before we boarded our boat to Isla Ballestas. On the way we stopped for pictures at the “Candelabro de Paracas” where Juan gave an explanation of the site. From here we carried on to Isla Ballestas where we had a great tour of the Island seeing penguins, sea lions and a large variety of bird and sea life. Juan explained everything and answered any questions. Upon return to shore we reconnect with Jose. Those who wanted to return back to the ship were clearly instructed. Jose offered a guided tour, on the road back to the ship, of the museum and the natural reserve to anyone who wished to participate. This tour took place about an hour later giving time for lunch and exploring the port. Unbelievably this unexpected tour was at no charge (except for a $2 USD charge for museum). This extra tour was fantastic and our new guide Alex was exceptional. The museum was great, with signage in English, although Alex explained everything. From here we toured the natural reserve which was fascinating. The scenery was other worldly. We had never seen a red sand beach so this was a treat. Lots of time for pictures. We arrived back at the ship with no problems. Thank you Jose from JD Adventure Travel for turning our tour from great to an exceptional experience.
DAVID S,
27 thg 3, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
Sit on left side (port). Much better views. Had to ask driver to turn boat for us to see. We saw a total of 4 Penguins, quite misleading, disappointing and not up to expectations.
Philip E,
25 thg 3, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
Excellent trip with 3 friendly and knowledgable guides Jose, Juan and Alex for the different stages of the trip. Excellent value and service visiting the Ballestas Islands, Museo De Sitiio and Catedral together with a visit to the town of Paracas.
Elizabeth G,
25 thg 3, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
We had a wonderful time on this tour! Our guide was friendly and informative. We saw penguins, many gorgeous shore birds and sea lions and their babies! The candelabra was amazing! The boat captain did a fantastic job of getting close with out pestering the wildlife. He skillfully avoided rocks and made sure both sides of the boat got great views. Thanks so much!
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