Are you thinking of heading on a day trip from Pisco Peru?
This small town is the perfect gateway into the Ica region, and travellers sometimes decide to stay here and then head on various day trips such as to the desert oasis of Huacachina and on the overflight of the mysterious Nazca Lines. For this reason heading to Pisco Peru is a solid idea when exploring the Central Pacific coasts of Peru.
In this article we’ll explore how you can plan a day trip from Pisco Peru, including the very best activities and regions that you must see from the small town. We’ll also take a look at where exactly Pisco is, and what you can do within the town whilst you are resting.
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The Best Day Trips From Pisco Peru
Below we’ll first take a look at the most iconic day trips from Pisco Peru, and what each one has in store for you.
The Nazca Lines
Did you know that you can easily fly above these ancient creations without having to travel all the way to the Nazca region? Otherwise a 6-8 hour bus from Lima, within Pisco there is a local airport which runs private charter flights to the Nazca Lines and back. During our incredible day tour from Lima you will have this flight included, making it much easier to spot ancient hieroglyphs such as the Condor, the Spider as well as the Astronaut.
The Huacachina Desert Oasis
Also within the same nearby region as Pisco, Huacachina has recently become one in the most legendary, must-visit places in Peru. It’s here where we can find the famous giant sand dunes which are popular for Sandboarding and flying around in a Dune Buggy, whilst also enjoying the oasis town views. When planning a solid day trip to Huacachina, you can also visit a unique Pisco winery – which is the national drink of Peru – with this region having the very best blends found throughout the country.
The Ballestas Islands
Located roughly 19km south of Pisco is the fishing village of Paracas, where we can take a boat tour out to the Ballestas Islands. One of the most endemic archipelagos in South America, here we can see many kinds of Sea Lions, Humboldt Penguins and even Humpback Whales at certain times of the year. Bird loves will especially be in for a treat, where you’ll be able to spot as many as 150 marine bird species that include Cormorants and Pelicans.
Where Is Pisco Peru?
Pisco is situated within the arid region of Ica, and is roughly a 2 hour drive south of Lima. Given its geographical positioning, it has both dry deserts as well as iconic Pacific beaches nearby – and is also considered the half-way stop point between the capital and Huacachina. Pisco also has a large maritime port nearby, meaning that if you are arriving on a cruise tour then you can easily plan a custom Ica tour for the day before departing back out.
What Is There To See In Pisco Peru?
The town itself is quite small, however it does have its particular charm. Here we can wander around and see architectural highlights such as the Cathedral of Pisco (which was reconstructed after suffering damages from an earthquake) as well as the Plaza de Armas. Also nearby are the lesser-known ancient ruins of Tambo Colorado – which were built by the Inca and offer us a more unique insight into how this formidable civilisation expanded across Peru.
Overview Of Planning A Day Trip From Pisco Peru
And that’s all for this guide on how to plan your very own day trip from Pisco Peru.
Located just a few hours south of Lima, Pisco is a great place to base yourself in for a few days as you explore the nearby regions. From here it’s very easy to visit the Ballestas Islands and Paracas a little further south, and it’s also simple to organise a trip to Huacachina as well as a local overflight to and from the Nazca Lines.
Regardless if you are in Pisco or Lima, visiting all of these highlights mentioned in this article could never be easier than when heading with TravelBuddiesPeru. Check out our day tour from Lima now (we can also pick you up in Pisco), where you’ll visit all of these destinations, have private transport as well as a local guide to show you around.
