Paracas Boat Tours

Ballestas Islands, privately or beautifully shared.

From a private pier in Paracas, the bay opens toward the Candelabro geoglyph, the Ballestas Islands and one of the richest wildlife encounters on Peru's coast. The experience can be simple and social, quietly private, or transformed into a yacht morning with food, drinks and space to linger.

Private yacht cruising near the Ballestas Islands in Paracas

Shared boat tour to the Ballestas Islands — The essential Ballestas route: island wildlife, Pacific air and a brief pause at the Candelabro geoglyph before the boat continues offshore.

Shared Boat | Private Pier

Shared Ballestas Islands Boat Tour

This is the classic shared departure for guests who want the essential Ballestas experience in a concise morning. The route begins from a private pier in Paracas, pauses for the Candelabro, then continues around the islands for sea lions, Humboldt penguins and guano birds.

It is the most direct way to see the wildlife without turning the morning into a production. We recommend it for travelers who want a polished shared excursion with easy pier-side logistics.

Duration: Approx. 2 hours
Departures: Usually 08:20 and 10:20
Capacity: Approx. 20 guests per boat
Guide: Bilingual, English and Spanish

Sea lion near a Ballestas Islands boat — Private premium boats make the wildlife feel less rushed, with more room for timing, comfort and the mood of the sea.

Private Premium Boat | Ballestas Islands

Private Ballestas Islands Experience by Premium Boat

For guests who want privacy without moving all the way into yacht territory, the premium motorboat is the sweet spot. Departures are private from a Paracas pier, with a more comfortable vessel designed for bay exploration and a fuller Ballestas ride.

The boat includes ten seats, a sun deck at the bow, an indoor relax area, restroom, removable awning and a trained captain in constant radio communication. It gives families and small groups more space, flexibility and control over the rhythm of the morning.

Duration: Approx. 3 hours
Capacity: Maximum 10 guests
Comfort: Indoor area and restroom
Service: Privately arranged by DUNE & PACIFIC

Private yacht on calm Paracas water — The yacht changes the tone entirely: the same protected islands, but with privacy, drinks, seafood bites and a slower sense of occasion.

Private Yacht | Most Exclusive

Ballestas Islands by Luxury Yacht

The luxury yacht is the most exclusive way to visit the Candelabro and the Ballestas Islands. The route keeps the essential wildlife encounter but changes the atmosphere: more privacy, more space, and a gentler pace as the desert cliffs and island life move past.

The vessel is a Sea Ray 52 Sedan Bridge, a 52 foot long vessel with a more gracious sense of scale for the bay. On board, guests can enjoy a welcome drink, wine, beer, soft drinks and light seafood-based dishes, with chef and bartender service included.

Duration: Approx. 3 hours
Vessel: Sea Ray 52 Sedan Bridge
Capacity: Maximum 12 guests
Service: Chef, bartender and drinks

Also Possible

Additional DUNE & PACIFIC water experiences.

Scallops Collection & Tasting

A private two-hour experience by premium motorboat to Atenas Beach, with an explanation of scallop collection and a natural scallop tasting on board.

Fishing Escape

An early morning private fishing outing across Paracas Bay or toward the Ballestas area, with bilingual guide, rods, bait, water, coffee and croissants before boarding.

Champagne Bites

A two-hour yacht cruise around Paracas Bay toward the Candelabro, focused on scenery, sparkling wine, seafood bites and an easy social atmosphere rather than a full Ballestas landing route.

Yacht Full Day

A six-hour yacht journey around Paracas, usually including the Candelabro, Ballestas Islands, Blanca Island and Paracas Bay, with drinks, seafood-based bites, chef and bartender service.

Private yacht beneath the Candelabro geoglyph in Paracas — The yacht and Candelabro together: the most elegant expression of Paracas by water, with desert, geoglyph and Pacific held in one frame.

Privately Arranged

The right boat depends on sea conditions, privacy, timing and the kind of morning you want to remember. We help choose the version that fits your pace and comfort.

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