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Paracas Bay
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Paracas Bay is a calm, protected inlet that serves as the gateway to the Paracas National Reserve and the Ballestas Islands. Its tranquil waters make it ideal for kayaking, paddleboarding, and sailing. The bay's shoreline is lined with restaurants and tour operators offering boat excursions to see the Paracas Candelabra and the wildlife-rich Ballestas Islands. From the bay, visitors can often spot sea lions swimming near the docks and pelicans perched on piers. The bay is also a prime spot for watching the sunset over the Pacific.
Don't miss
- Take a boat tour from the bay to the Ballestas Islands to see sea lions, penguins, and boobies up close.
- Kayak or paddleboard in the calm waters for a peaceful perspective of the coastline.
- Enjoy fresh ceviche at a waterfront restaurant while watching pelicans and sea lions.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Paracas Bay
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inBoat Tour of the Ballestas Islands in Paracas4.8★ · 358 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$20 per personSee dates →
Best full dayPremium Paracas & Huacachina Day Trip from Lima with Sunset Toast4.9★ · 8,512 travelers~16 hoursFree cancellationFrom$94 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleVisit to Paracas, Ballestas Islands and Huacachina5★ · 57 travelers~17 hoursFree cancellationFrom$69 per personSee dates →More attractions in Paracas