Overview

Located near Paracas in the Ica Region, the Ballestas Islands are a small group of islands composed largely of rock formations.
Often called the ‘Poor Man’s Galapagos’, the area is anything but poor.
The islands are a rich treasure of ecological beauty and fauna; over 150 species of birds alone can be found here.
Additionally, numerous caves and arches have formed along the shoreline of Paracas, providing a home for the Humboldt penguins, boobies, pelicans, cormorants and sometimes even condors, many of which visitors will see on the 1 ½ hour boat journey.
The islands are also home to a large number of sea-lions that can be seen lazing on the shores of the islands, and if you’re extremely lucky, you might be able to catch a glimpse of dolphins or whales trailing the waters of this area. Visitors are not allowed to walk onto the islands themselves. However, views of the marine life from the boat are always likely to be excellent.
Besides the spectacular opportunity to view wildlife, you will also pass alongside the shore where you can see the famous El Candelabro geoglyph, located on the sandy hills overlooking the sea. The lines depicting the three-pronged candle-holder measure 150m high, 50 m wide and 60 cm deep and remain a mystery to this day as to why they were created.

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