Lima: Ica Camel Ride + Huacachina + Swimming Pool 'Desert Adventure'
Huacachina, Peru
An adventure in the Ica Desert! Enjoy a unique encounter with camels, explore the desert, and take part in activities for the whole family. Wear Arabian clothing and feel like you're in the Middle East.
Highlights
- Experience adventure at Dromediarius: camels, desert, and endless fun!
- Dromediarius: Camels, a pool, and the magic of Huacachina!
- Pool at Dromediarius and the magic of Huacachina: Relax and explore Ica!
- Dromediarius offers camels and a swimming pool with the beauty of Huacachina in view!
- Huacachina and a pool at Dromediarius: a perfect combination of adventure and relaxation!
Description
Embark on an unforgettable experience in Ica with our exciting sightseeing tour! Start with a visit to Dromediarius, where you can ride camels and explore a unique desert setting. Then, immerse yourself in Peruvian tradition with a fascinating wine and pisco sightseeing tour, discovering the art of producing these iconic drinks at a vineyard in Chincha.
Next, marvel at the natural beauty of Huacachina Lagoon, an oasis in the middle of the desert where you can relax and enjoy breathtaking views. The fun continues with an exciting dune buggy ride (optional) and sandboarding (optional) over the dunes, feeling the adrenaline and adventurous spirit at every moment. This tour combines the very best of culture, history, and adventure in a single package. Don't miss the chance to enjoy this unique experience in Ica! Book now and get ready for an adventure you'll always remember.
Important
People over 55 years of age are not allowed to ride camels due to the establishment's rules (safety reasons).
Trip Itinerary
- 4:40 am Departure from Lima: We leave Lima to head off on a new adventure.
- Stop 1: Breakfast: Heading south, we'll make a short stop somewhere to have breakfast, where we'll find wood-fired bread, coffee, and bread with chicharrón (pork crackling).
- Stop 2: Visit to Dromedarius: Visit to the Dromedarius Center. Options 01 and 02 include the admission ticket of S/. 50 ($13) and the camel ride of S/. 35 ($9.50) within the site, time at the pool and use of the slides within the club for over 3 hours to enjoy the place.
- Stop 3: Typical lunch: The guide will recommend a restaurant specializing in dishes from the region.
- STOP 4: Wine and pisco tour: Next, we'll enjoy a tasting of pisco, wines, spirits, macerated drinks, and delicious pisco creams.
- Stop 5: Huacachina Lagoon: We'll visit Huacachina Lagoon, considered the oasis of the Americas. The guide will give us time to shop and stroll around.
- Stop 6: Dune buggy and sandboarding: We'll climb into the dune buggies and ride over the dunes. Then, we'll try the sport of sandboarding.
- Stop 7: Artisan winery: We'll visit a vineyard in Chincha, with a live Afro-Peruvian music show (Saturdays and Sundays). Last chance to buy handcrafted sweets.
- 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM Arrival in Lima: Approximate arrival time in Lima.
Boarding Points
- 4:30 AM: La Rambla Shopping Center - Av. Javier Prado Este. (At the door of the Ripley store)
Note: Please arrive 10 minutes early at each boarding point.
Includes
Tourist transportation (round-trip)
Accident insurance (SOAT)
Official tour guide
Snack on board (fruit juice + cookie)
GoPro photos and videos
Visit to the Dromedarius Center
Admission to the Dromedarius Center S/. 50. ($13)
Swimming pool and slides
Camel Ride S/. 35 ($9.50)
Photographs with the Sheikh and his pet Firulas
Visit to a vineyard in Chincha
Tasting of traditional sweets
Macerated fruit and wine tasting
Excludes
Costumes S/. 15 ($4) (depending on options)
Ride in dune buggies S/. 35 ($9.50)
Tourist taxes S/. 8.10 ($3)
Meals
Important Information
- ⚠ Failure to arrive at the meeting point on time voids the reservation ⚠ Meeting points may be changed. Notice will be given in advance. ⚠ The service is subject to variation without prior notice, due to weather conditions and/or any other event that does not allow the normal development of the itinerary. ⚠ Any cancellation of the service due to weather conditions is eligible for a refund. In this case, a contingency plan with an alternative sightseeing tour could be implemented, subject to the guest's prior acceptance. ⚠ If you decide to leave before the end of the tour, there will be no refund for this either. ⚠ If the weather or other events lead to cancellation or a major change, the traveler will be offered a full refund
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund