A seal on a rock

Ballestas Islands

Explore one of this region’s most beautiful natural attractions, the Ballestas Islands often referred to “Peru’s Galapagos”.

Included in your voyage
  • Enjoy the Ballestas Islands by boat.
  • Photo opportunity of wildlife.
  • Possibilities of seeing Seals, Sea lions and penguins as they circle the boat.
  • An enjoyable wildlife interlude.
  • Difficulty level

    Level 1: Easy - suitable for most people

  • Duration

    3 hrs

  • Max. passengers

    200

  • Booking code

    INCL-GSM1

  • Please note

    The launches afford little protection from the sea, sun or wind; therefore, bring a hat, sunscreen, a light jacket or sweater, and wear low-heeled, rubber-soled walking shoes. Passengers are required to wear a life jacket (provided by the operator).

This morning we explore one of this region’s most beautiful natural attractions, the Ballestas Islands. Often referred to as “Peru’s Galapagos,” the volcanic islands are home to an array of wildlife and dramatic scenery.  

From the ship, we are picked up by the motor-coach to el Chaco where we will take our tour boats. We keep our eyes peeled for the birds and sea mammals that call this area home as we cruise around the islands. On arrival at the islands the pace is slowed and numerous fantastic photo opportunities present themselves as seals, sea lions and penguins circle the boat in great numbers, while boobies, frigate birds and pelicans fly above.  

This excursion offers an enjoyable wildlife interlude where close encounters are an everyday occurrence. 

After this we will return to the ship. 

Practical information:

  • Included: One bottle of water on the coach.

  • Walking information: No walking is involved. 

  • Wheelchair accessible: No.
  • Language: English and German.
  • Remarks/requirements: The launches afford little protection from the sea, sun or wind; therefore, bring a hat, sunscreen, a light jacket or sweater, and wear low-heeled, rubber-soled walking shoes. Passengers are required to wear a life jacket (provided by the operator).