Paracas & Ica

Where the Desert Meets the Ocean

Just a few hours south of Lima lies a region of dramatic, awe-inspiring contrasts. The Paracas Peninsula and the Ica Desert form an otherworldly landscape where the crashing waves of the Pacific Ocean carve rugged cliffs out of endless, golden sand dunes. This region is a sanctuary for luxury travelers seeking both profound nature encounters and thrilling desert adventures before heading up into the high Andes.

Off the coast of Paracas, the Ballestas Islands—often referred to as the "Galapagos of Peru"—teem with playful sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and thousands of marine birds. Just inland, hidden amongst towering dunes, lies the Huacachina Oasis, an emerald lagoon surrounded by palm trees that feels like a mirage. Combined with the exclusive vineyards of Ica, where Peru's finest Pisco is distilled, this region offers a sophisticated and unforgettable coastal escape.