June 25th: Paracas Coastal Visit

Travelers will be picked up at around 5am. During the trip, you will have the chance to see the "Chandelier", a geoglyph that is used as a point of reference for sailers and big ships. It is also believed to have a strong connection with the Nazca lines and other geoglyphs found in Peru. Once we reach the islands of the Paracas National Reserve, we will observe many sea lions and Humboldt penguins living in and around many small caves. We will enjoy the natural habitat of the area as we see see hundreds of guano birds, such as the cormorans, piqueras, pelicans, seagulls and tendrills. Paracas National Reserve. During this excursion, you will see large groups of flamencos feeding in the sea. You will later visit the Obelisk, a monument built in commemoration of the expedition and liberation of Don Jose of San Martin. You will continue to see part of what was the rocky formation of the "Cathedral", partially destroyed by the earthquake of Pisco in the 2007. After this portion of the tour concludes, you will be returned to the Bay of Paracas where you can eat at any of the seafood restaurants located in the area. After this, enjoy some free time to buy souvenirs, or simply relax in front of the sea and take in the majesty of this wonderous place. We will finish with a drive to the city of Ica, which is the oasis town in Huacachina (about 2 hours). Finally enjoy the sunset before checking in to your hotel for the evening. (B)