Huacachina is a beautiful oasis in the middle of the desert. It is located in Ica, capital of the department of Pisco, only 5 hours from the city of Lima.
The famous green water lagoon is surrounded by large palm trees and huarangos, giving the oasis a green touch of nature.
This famous Oasis is known as the Oasis of Latin America as it is one of the few remaining in this part of the world. Go around the lagoon in a pedal boat or take a walking tour along the boardwalk. You can enjoy the delicious food or taste the good wine in the different bars and restaurants that surround the area.
One of the activities you can not miss if you are in Huacachina is to visit the famous vineyards in the area. You will be able to see how the preparation of the wines and above all the pisco, the flag liquor of our country, is elaborated. The tour ends with the tasting of the different liquors that are produced there. You can find these tours available from Huacachina.
Do you love to feel unique and extreme emotions? Then you can't miss sandboarding on the dunes of the Huacachina desert.
Definitely the Huacachina desert is one of the best, if not the best place to slide on its dunes of different sizes. If you are a beginner you can start sliding from a smaller peak dune and then try a little steeper dunes, you won't regret it!
The drivers of these sand buggies are renowned for their dexterity when driving through the dunes. That's why you shouldn't miss out on a tour of the desert in one of these buggies.
Traveling through the desert at full speed in one of these sand buggies will not only give you an incredible adrenaline rush but will also allow you to see the landscape from a different perspective. This is the ideal moment to bring out the adventurer in you.
Buggies are offered by several tour companies in the area, as it is one of the most demanded activities by visitors. Don't miss the opportunity to take a short trip from Lima and enjoy this fun adventure.
If you love hiking, then you should venture out on a dune trek. Don't think it's not worth it as the views you will have of the desert will be breathtaking.
Remember that you can do it on your own, but always follow the recommended safety measures. Take enough water with you, try to wear comfortable clothes and shoes, don't forget to apply sunscreen and above all don't go too far away.
It is also possible to hire a local who knows the route well to be your guide, with this you will avoid getting disoriented or lost along the way.
Finally, it is also advisable to use apps where you can see the routes taken by other tourists who have already done that route.
Watching the sunset on the dunes of Huacachina, is definitely a totally unmissable experience. Here are two ways to do it.
The buggy and sandboarding tours that leave Huacachina at 4pm make a stop at a strategic point before the end of the tour. This stop will give you the opportunity to take beautiful pictures with the sunset in the background.
If you do not sign up for the tour at that time, you can take a short walk to the place where the sunset is appreciated. From there you can contemplate this magical moment when the last rays of sunlight touch the dunes. Don't forget that if you go with your partner this activity can be one of the most romantic ones, besides you will be able to capture an unforgettable shot.
If you are in Huacachina you can also visit the district of Paracas, located just over an hour away.
Here you can visit the famous Ballestas Islands, practice water sports and visit the Paracas National Reserve, among other activities.
There is no doubt that the Huacachina Oasis has become an obligatory stop south of Lima. Dare to visit this treasure in the middle of the desert, where you can enjoy its sunny climate and live unforgettable adventures. You will not regret it!
Huacachina is a paradise that you will find in a few hours trip from Lima, it is a destination that every tourist has to discover in their passage through Peru, do not miss all the hidden gems that you can meet in this incredible country.
Meet Huacachina with Andino Peru Tours and enjoy the beautiful landscapes and the adventure that awaits you, do not forget, Peru and Huacachina are waiting for you to live a unique experience.
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