Scooter Tour in Paracas
Scooter Tour in Paracas National Reserve – Explore Desert & Coastline Adventures
Experience the Paracas Mini Buggy Tour Adventure, the ultimate off-road journey through one of Peru’s most stunning coastal deserts. Take the wheel of your own mini buggy and feel the thrill as you cruise across golden sand dunes, fossil beds, and dramatic desert cliffs within the Paracas National Reserve. This guided adventure tour offers a unique way to explore untouched landscapes, panoramic ocean views, and hidden paths rarely seen by traditional tours. Ideal for adventure seekers, couples, families, and nature lovers, this buggy tour in Paracas blends adrenaline, nature, and unforgettable photo moments. Book now and enjoy one of the top-rated adventure activities in Paracas, Peru – a must-do for those looking for an exciting desert driving experience.
Top Highlights
- Discover the stunning Red Beach and Paracas desert on an eco-friendly scooter adventure.
- Ride along scenic coastal routes and stop at top viewpoints in the Paracas Reserve.
- Visit iconic sites like the Cathedral, Isthmus, and Fossil Dunes with expert guidance.
- Enjoy a fun, safe and sustainable ride through Peru’s top coastal nature destination.
- Ideal for couples and solo travellers seeking nature, freedom, and outdoor thrills.
Tour Level: Moderate.
Departure: from office, available from 9:00am until 2:00pm
Duration: You can have the scooter for as long as you want.
Tour Type: Outdoor adventure – self-drive scooter tour in natural landscapes.
Requirements: Passport and Driving lincence.
Please arrive at our Paracas office 20 minutes before your selected tour time to check in. Bring your passport and valid driving licence, as you’ll be required to review and sign a responsibility contract before receiving your helmet, scooter keys, and a short safety induction. We will inspect the scooter together, ensuring it’s in excellent condition before departure. This tour is exclusively for experienced riders, as you’ll be navigating through the unique landscapes of the Paracas National Reserve, exploring only the areas authorised for visitors. Safety is our top priority—we want you to enjoy this unforgettable experience while feeling secure and well-prepared. Before starting your journey, you’ll also need to pay the entrance fee at the official control point of the reserve. Highlights you may visit include Red Beach (Playa Roja), the Cathedral viewpoint, Supay viewpoint, the Isthmus, Fossil Dunes, and Lagunillas Beach. Enjoy freedom, nature, and adventure—responsibly.
Included:
- Scooter rental in excellent condition (fully fuelled).
- Safety helmet and protective goggles.
- Short safety briefing and riding induction.
- Map with recommended route and key highlights.
- Bottle of water per person.
- Personalised assistance and support before departure.
- Liability insurance (as per contract terms).
Not Included:
- Entry ticket to Paracas National Reserve (to be paid at control gate 11 soles per person or 4 USD).
- Travel insurance or personal accident coverage.
- Food, snacks, or extra drinks.
- Hotel pick-up or drop-off service.
- Tips or gratuities for staff (optional).
Note:
The entrance fee to the Paracas National Reserve is not included in the tour price and must be paid directly in cash or by card at the control point, if you choose to pay in cash please bring in Peruvian soles.
✅ Allowed:
- Driving your own buggy (with basic instructions).
- Taking photos and videos during the tour.
- Bringing a small backpack or waist bag.
- Children over 5 years old (accompanied by an adult).
❌ Not Allowed:
- Littering or removing natural elements (e.g. shells, rocks).
- Drones (without prior permit).
- Loud music or disruptive behaviour.
- Smoking in protected areas.
- Feeding or disturbing wildlife.
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Leaving the guided route or driving recklessly.
- Pets or animals during the tour.
- Exiting marked routes or entering restricted conservation zones.
- High-speed riding or reckless driving.
🎒 What to Bring:
- Cash in soles or Card dollars for entrance fee.
- Sunglasses, hat, and high-SPF sunscreen.
- Comfortable clothes for warm and windy conditions.
- Refillable water bottle.
- Camera or smartphone.
- Light snacks (optional).
- Windbreaker or light jacket (optional – coastal breeze).
All participants must arrive at our Paracas office at least 20 minutes before their scheduled tour time for check-in and briefing. It is mandatory to present a valid passport and driving licence (both originals) for identity and eligibility verification. Riders must demonstrate previous experience operating a scooter confidently and responsibly. Before departure, you will be required to read and sign a liability and responsibility contract, acknowledging that you are physically fit and mentally prepared to handle the scooter under desert and coastal conditions. Safety is our top priority, and riders must be aware of the potential risks involved, including terrain challenges and exposure to sun and wind. For your safety and communication efficiency, please ensure you provide a valid WhatsApp number so we can stay in contact during your stay in Paracas. Failure to meet these requirements may result in denial of participation without refund. This tour is designed for adventurous travellers with experience, and we aim to offer a fun, secure, and unforgettable journey through the unique landscapes of the Paracas National Reserve.
Your tour is confirmed immediately upon booking, and you will receive an official confirmation by email or WhatsApp. We accept all major credit and debit cards and offer secure online payment options for your convenience.
You may cancel or reschedule your tour up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time at no additional cost. If you fail to show up on the day of the tour (No Show), no refunds or rescheduling will be offered.
We are committed to providing flexibility and transparency, ensuring your experience in Paracas is enjoyable, safe, and fair under all circumstances.
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What Our Customers Say
Our clients consistently praise our tours for their professionalism, punctuality, and exceptional service. Many highlight the knowledgeable bilingual guides, the comfort and safety of our boats, and the unforgettable wildlife sightings. With thousands of positive reviews, travellers recommend us as the top choice for Paracas tours, ensuring a memorable and hassle-free experience every time.
Trevor Berceau2025-06-27Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We did the half day tour, starting with a boat tour of the islas ballestas, and then going on a driving tour through the reserve. The whole tour was excellent. The boat tour was good and we saw many types of birds, penguins, sea lions, and dolphins. the driving tour through the desert far exceeded expectations. Olenka was an amazing guide, she did a great job explaining things at every point along the way, adapted the tour to our interests, and was great at engaging our whole family. She had excellent English and a lot of knowledge about the area, both geography and history. I highly recommend this trip. Hugo Desjardins2025-06-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service de José, réponds très rapidement et nous avons passé une très belle excursion sans imprévus. Michelle Castaneda2025-06-20Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. JD Travel did an amazing job coordinating this Nazca flight/transfers. Jose went above and beyond to make sure we could participate in this activity. It did not disappoint! The flight time was moved by the airline and Jose made every effort to help us with this change. I could not recommend this activity or JD Travel more. Jose is the best! Martin Kollmann2025-06-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was an outstanding experience organized by a skilled local entrepreneur and his team. Thank you, Jose for the hospitality! Delia Spiegl2025-06-13Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 100 % recommendation friendly tour guide, everything well organised Felix2025-06-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very helpful & friendly! Helped us organize direct transport from Paracas to Huacachina. Highly recommend JD 🙏🏽 Edwin Cannon2025-05-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Archeological dig sites at Huaca del Sol and Luna (moon) Chan Chan were fascinating. It's amazing that these painted petroglyphs have been buried for centuries. They appeared like they were just carved. Chan Chan stone carvings as well. I particularly was fascinated by the Luna Pool (moon pool) where worship was conducted towards the Moon God and often times involved human sacrifice. Your tour was the only tour to conclude at the Peru surf capital Playa de Huanchaco (Huanchaco beach). The Sombrero restaurant was fabulous drinking juice carafes, eating shrimp and watching surfing. What a wonderful day. T J2025-05-28Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very good tour guides and tour. The owner is very helpful and I had a nice chat with him. Highly recommended! Spoorti Shivamurthy2025-05-25Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jose and his team were fantastic. All the guides were knowledgeable, especially Augustino in Machupicchu. Jose takes personal attention to all the activities and our experience. Extremely clean vehicles for all transfers. Highly recommend his company for your Peru trip.
Michelle C2025-06-20Verified Fantastic Tour Provider JD Travel did an amazing job coordinating this Nazca flight/transfers. Jose went above and beyond to make sure we could participate in this activity. It did not disappoint! The flight time was moved by the airline and Jose made every effort to help us with this change. I could not recommend this activity or JD Travel more. Jose is the best! gabrielBZ2025-03-24Verified Precise islands full of pelagic birds and some, unique. Beautiful and essential visit to the Ballestas Islands, you sail 1/2 hour in a speedboat. First you visit the coastal area and see the spectacular “Candelabra” figure made on the ground of the pre-Inca era. Then you're headed to the islands. My interest was to see birds. And my interest was filled. I wanted to see the spectacular Inca terns. The boat handling is fabulous. You are in the Pacific and you have to know how to drive very well because they come very close to the islands. The seascape or rock formations are also unique and spectacular. It's a lovely ride. And absolutely recommended. Yris yaneth M2025-03-10Verified Nice experiences We were given a tour of the skies through the Nazca Lines this is a very important site of interest in Peru is company IZI organizes very well transfers to the airport and flights to see them independently this is a challenge that thrills the view from above the sky enjoying its beautiful landscapes the condor, hands, spider and tree among othersHERBERT SOLORZANO Linda B2025-01-04Verified Don’t miss this! Trip was fantastic and we had logistics issues on our end and they found a way to make the trip happen despite that! Wonderful customer service and the natural beauty of the islands was stunning! fossil12024-12-15Verified Outstanding trip, great value and excellent service Booked the tour about a month before the cruise and the trip could not go any more smoothly. Price was outstanding and was about $200 less per person than the same tour offeered by Princess. Jose and his staff were at the pier as promised and took us for a short drive to the boat in Paracas for the tour bypassing several other groups that were waiting for their boat. His staff was excellent inculding our guide Olinka (sp?) who knew her stuff and was easy to understand. I must confess some apprehension as Princess warned us that independent operators could not enter the port area (false) though they alerted us to the same situation in Lima (Callao). He and his staff met us at the gangway in Paracas as promised. We did not see any independnet operators in Lima. Jose and his saff ushered through the entire boarding process and did the same when our boat returned.The boat carrying approximately 40 people was in great condition and the cpatain did a wonderful job showing us the wildlife and guano fields. He made certain that both sides of the boat had ample opportunity to see the wildlife and take pictures. We had a brilliant sunny day and the canopy on the boat shielded us from the sun.Highly recommended as Jose was responsive to several emails with detailed explanations. At the conclusion of the tours my wife decided to return back to the ship with their return transfer whike I stayed in gthe small town for lunch and shopping. His restaurant recommendation as spot on as well--Muna.My only recommendation to the tour operator is that they encourage people to provide voluntary tips to both the guide and the boat captain. I was surprised that very few people and I mean very few people gave tips.The trip was outstanding and I highly recommend the company--job very well done. If I return, I would book them again for other trips without any hesitation.For those arriving by ship, book them! djackley2024-11-29Verified Paracas and Ballestas Islands A little rough to start off with as the company took us early to the wrong meet up location. 30 minutes later we joined the group. Boat trip was wonderful and the guide spoke in clear English as she described history, birds and sea life of the area and the islands. Great photos and wonderful day. Bring sunscreen and a hat! Linda F2024-11-05Verified This is a must do in Paracas This was definitely a tour that you should take while in Paracas. It was absolutely fantastic, first you sail to the candelabra to take pictures from the boat. They turn the boat so that each side can see it and take pictures. Then you go to Ballestas which was absolutely fantastic. We do recommend you bring a wind breaker since you will get wet.We highly recommend this tour Linda F2024-11-05Verified Great and exciting tour This tour was great, we had an excellent guide. It is a well organized tour with three short stops to take pictures. It is an amazing place to see and the dune buggy was a great way to see it. I highly recommend doing it, take the extended route.