Wine Tasting, Picnic and Sunset
Wine Tasting & Huacachina Sunset Picnic Tour from Paracas – A Unique Desert Experience
Discover the perfect blend of flavour and scenery on our exclusive Wine Tasting & Huacachina Sunset Picnic Tour from Ica, designed for those seeking a unique and memorable Peruvian experience. Begin your journey with a guided visit to a traditional vineyard, where you’ll sample locally crafted wines and the famous Pisco, learning about the artisanal production process. Then, venture into the heart of the desert to the magical oasis of Huacachina, where you’ll enjoy a beautifully arranged picnic with regional snacks and refreshing drinks, all set against the backdrop of golden sand dunes. As the day ends, relax and take in the breathtaking sunset views – a truly picture-perfect moment. This tour combines culture, taste, and nature in one unforgettable afternoon, ideal for couples, friends or solo travellers. Book now to enjoy a one-of-a-kind desert escape in southern Peru.
Top Highlights
- Visit one of South America's oldest wineries, Tacama, with guided tour and Pisco tasting included.
- Discover Huacachina Oasis and walk the dunes before your desert adventure begins.
- Ride powerful dune buggies through the vast Ica Desert for an adrenaline-filled experience.
- Try sandboarding on giant dunes – fun and safe for all ages and skill levels.
- Enjoy a desert picnic at sunset with local snacks, drinks, and panoramic views in a secret spot.
Tour Level: Easy – suitable for all fitness levels.
Duration: Full day (approx. 8 hours).
Departure: Daily at 12:00 PM from hotels in Paracas.
Tour Type: Cultural, Adventure & Scenic.
Service Type: Private tour.
Requirement: Minimum 2 people per booking.
Embark on a full-day adventure with our Wine & Pisco Tour from Paracas, combining culture, adrenaline, and stunning landscapes. We’ll pick you up directly from your hotel in Paracas and drive approximately 1 hour 45 minutes to the iconic Tacama vineyard in Ica, one of the oldest wineries in South America. Enjoy a guided tour through the historic hacienda, learning about Tacama’s rich heritage and the traditional methods used to produce their award-winning wines and Pisco. After the tasting experience, we’ll travel 20 minutes to the oasis of Huacachina for a short lakeside visit before beginning a scenic 10-minute walk along the base of the towering dunes to reach our boarding point. From here, our expert drivers will take you on an exhilarating dune buggy adventure deep into the Ica Desert, where sandboarding on vast golden dunes is included for all skill levels. As the sun begins to set, we’ll make our way to a secret desert viewpoint to enjoy a beautifully prepared picnic, with drinks and snacks, while watching the breathtaking colours of the sunset over the dunes. This tour offers a perfect balance of cultural immersion, outdoor excitement, and natural beauty – a must-do experience while visiting the south of Peru.
Included:
- Hotel pick-up from Paracas.
- Private Transport in comfortable vehicle with A/C and Heat.
- Guided visit to Tacama vineyard.
- Gran TACAMA Standard entry ticket.
- Wine and Pisco tasting session.
- Visit to Huacachina Oasis.
- Dune buggy tour with expert driver.
- Sandboarding activity.
- Sunset picnic with snacks and drinks.
- Bilingual guide (English/Spanish).
Picnic Includes:
Enjoy a beautifully prepared desert picnic featuring assorted dried fruits like pecans and peanuts, seasonal fruit basket, chicken and vegetarian sandwiches, a bottle of dry white and red wine, as well as chilled and hot beverages. We also provide picnic blankets, a decorated table, a cosy bonfire, and relaxing background music for the perfect sunset experience.
Not Included:
- Lunch (before or after wine tasting).
- Tips for guide and driver.
- Personal expenses.
✅ Allowed:
- Wine & Pisco tasting at Tacama vineyard.
- Visit to Huacachina Oasis.
- Guided dune buggy ride in the Ica Desert.
- Sandboarding on the dunes.
- Enjoying the sunset picnic at a secret viewpoint.
- Photography and filming for personal use.
- Use of helmets and safety gear during all activities.
❌ Not Allowed:
- Leaving litter at any tour sites (please use provided bins).
- Drones (without prior permit).
- Loud music or disruptive behaviour.
- Smoking in protected areas.
- Consuming alcohol or smoking during any part of the tour.
- Wearing flip-flops or sandals during the dune buggy ride.
- Joining the tour under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
🎒 What to Bring:
- Cash in soles 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).
Private Hotel Pick-Up from Paracas – Be Ready On Time
Your adventure begins with a private pick-up directly from your hotel in Paracas at 12:00 PM. For a smooth departure, we kindly ask all guests to be ready at least 10–15 minutes before the scheduled time. Our private transport ensures a comfortable and personalised experience from the very start of your journey.
Round Trip Experience – Optional One-Way with Luggage
This tour is designed as a round trip, returning to Paracas by evening. However, if you prefer to travel one-way and plan to continue your journey from Ica or Huacachina, please let us know in advance. If you’re travelling with luggage, we can arrange a spacious and comfortable vehicle to suit your needs — just inform us early so we can coordinate accordingly.
Tailored for Couples, Families, and Special Moments
This unique experience is ideal for couples looking for a romantic escape, marriage proposals, or anniversary celebrations. It’s also perfectly suited for families with babies and young children, thanks to our safe, well-paced itinerary and private service. For private groups, we offer an exclusive travel experience that combines culture, adventure, and relaxation – creating lasting memories in one of Peru’s most scenic destinations.
Communication:
To ensure smooth coordination and real-time updates during the tour, it is strongly recommended that you have WhatsApp installed and accessible throughout the day.
Attention!
This tour is not suitable for cruise ship passengers arriving at San Martín Port, as the timings and logistics do not match cruise schedules. Please note that this is a land-based tour with fixed departure times and we are unable to offer custom pickups from the port.
For the best experience, we recommend this tour for visitors who are staying overnight or arriving independently in Paracas.
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 72 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.
Martina Nesti2025-08-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a wonderful trip in Ballestas Islands and Paracas. The guide was very kind and expert and makes her job with passion. Thanks for this great experience! federico rota2025-08-13Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Giorgio Calisi2025-08-11Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Esperienza fantastica, super professionali e disponibili! José e i suoi colleghi sono stati super gentili, ci hanno dato la possibilità di lasciare i bagagli presso la loro struttura e fornito ottimi consigli per la visita di Paracas e della riserva. Massimiliano Sacco2025-08-11Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tutto fantastico, super disponibili in tutto, esperienze da non perdere per visitare luoghi mozzafiato nel migliore dei modi!! Héctor Hernández González2025-08-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Decidimos hacer nuestro viaje a Perú con pocos meses de antelación, y cuando fuimos a comprar las entradas para Machu Picchu online, ya no quedaban. Al llegar al país empezamos a preguntar si había alguna posibilidad de conseguirlas, ya que con la nueva normativa es posible comprar tickets de forma presencial en Aguas Calientes. Nos encontramos con varias personas que ofrecían esa opción, pero con precios absolutamente desorbitados, así que las fuimos descartando… hasta que apareció en nuestras vidas José, con su agencia en Paracas: JD Adventure Travel. José es un tipo sensacional: serio, formal, sincero y muy amable. Le avisaron de que estábamos desayunando en una cafetería y se presentó directamente allí, se sentó con nosotros y nos explicó con total claridad cómo funcionaba el nuevo sistema y qué posibilidades reales teníamos. Nos transmitió mucha confianza desde el primer momento. De hecho, nos ofreció que pagáramos solo el 50% del tour por adelantado y que abonáramos el otro 50% una vez que tuviéramos las entradas para Machu Picchu en la mano. Y nos aseguró que, si no conseguíamos las entradas por algún motivo y el tour no se podía llevar a cabo, nos devolvería el dinero sin problema. Ese nivel de seriedad y compromiso fue clave para decidirnos. Desde ese momento, estuvo en contacto permanente con nosotros por teléfono, informándonos de los últimos cambios y novedades en el acceso a Machu Picchu. Siempre atento, siempre dispuesto a ayudar. Finalmente, por motivos personales no pudimos cuadrar la fecha para ir a Machu Picchu, y José, tal y como nos prometió, nos devolvió el dinero adelantado sin ningún tipo de rodeo. Estamos infinitamente agradecidos, y cuando volvamos a Perú, contaremos sin duda con él y con su agencia. Un ejemplo de profesionalidad y buen trato. Totalmente recomendable. Gabri “GabeStudio72” Pes2025-08-05Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Esperienza fantastica con JD Adventure a Paracas! Abbiamo trovato JD Adventure tramite GetYourGuide, ma vi consigliamo caldamente di contattarli direttamente: sono assolutamente affidabili e così riuscirete anche a risparmiare qualcosa! Jose è davvero in gamba: si può parlare direttamente con lui via WhatsApp, e questo rende l’organizzazione rapida, semplice e precisa, con informazioni sempre aggiornate in tempo reale. Con loro abbiamo fatto: • il volo sulle linee di Nasca, emozionante e ben organizzato, • la gita alle Isole Ballestas, proprio di fronte a Paracas, • e la visita al Parco Nazionale, che ci ha lasciato senza parole per la bellezza del paesaggio. La nostra guida Olenka è stata eccezionale: parlava un inglese perfetto e ci ha dato tantissime informazioni interessanti sia sul territorio che sulla cultura peruviana. Lo sapevate, ad esempio, che in Perù gli asparagi, i carciofi e le acciughe non piacciono quasi a nessuno e sono prodotti quasi esclusivamente per l’esportazione? Un’esperienza cool, facile e indimenticabile, che consigliamo a chiunque voglia vivere Paracas e dintorni in modo autentico e ben organizzato. Fabrizio Ghirardi2025-08-01Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience with them, did the Ballestas and Paracas Reserva Nacional tour. The guide was great, super friendly, with perfect English and very professional. Max Hödl2025-07-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very very nice Guide, helped us immediatly when there was a problem during our Tour. I would totally recommend Adventure Travels to everyone who visits Paracas. A huge THANK YOU to the owner of the business, you saved our day!!! Marit Simonetti2025-07-28Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Super goede plek om een scooter te huren voor het Paracas National Park. Netjes, duidelijk en verzorgd! Jasper Leijssenaar2025-07-27Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Sabrina C2025-08-17Verified Unmissable experience! A truly exciting and unforgettable experience, absolutely recommended! The explanations on the Nazca lines and their arrangement were clear and interesting. In addition, the pilot conducted the flight with great delicacy, allowing everyone to enjoy the show without any discomfort. Ainhoa D2025-07-23Verified Magique We had an amazing day.First, the tour of the islands was spectacular: sea lions, penguins, pelicans, whales... wonderful...Juan was a great guide, super passionate and with many interesting things to tell.The visit to the national park was also magical. In a smaller group, Olenka took us through landscapes that looked like they were from another planet, took the time to explain the history and particularities, show us the best points and let us enjoy ourselves without hurry, taking photos and admiring everything.We couldn't have asked for more! Daniele C2025-07-04Verified Penguin sighting beautiful speedboat excursion. beautiful views, many birds and penguins. definitely a recommended trip (especially when there is good weather) 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!