Tour Islas Palomino
$ 85.00 $ 85.00
$ 85.00
Description
This is a half-day maritime and ecotourism tour around Callao Bay and its offshore islands. It offers the chance to learn about the area's naval and pirate history, observe guano birds and penguins, and interact with the central Peruvian coast's largest sea lion colony at the Palomino Islands. It is an ideal option for lovers of nature, marine wildlife, and outdoor adventure.
More...PALOMINO ISLANDS TOUR
Meeting and departure point:
- Departures: Daily.
- 10:30 AM: Meeting at Plaza Grau, next to the Callao Harbor Master's Office (Capitanía del Callao).
Navigation itinerary:
- 10:40 AM: Start of the boat tour through Callao Bay:
- Observation of the anchorage area for yachts, warships, and merchant ships.
- Route between San Lorenzo Island and El Frontón Island.
- Distant view of the former El Frontón prison, the ancient pirate cemetery, and the President's House.
- 12:30 PM: Navigation along the north side of San Lorenzo Island toward the Cavinzas Islands and the Palomino Islands:
- Observation of guano birds (boobies, guanay cormorants, Inca terns, etc.) and Humboldt penguins at the Cavinzas Islands.
- Arrival at the Palomino Islands, home to the largest concentration of South American sea lions and fur seals on the Peruvian coast.
- Guided explanation about the local ecosystem, marine species, and birdlife.
Additional information:
- Operational note: The order of visited sites may change depending on the season, high demand, or schedules.
Details
Half day
Spanish - English
- 2.5-hour Callao Islands tour
- Life jackets
- Wetsuit for swimming with sea lions
- Bilingual guide
- Personal accident insurance
- Marina Club del Callao boarding fee
- Meals
- Tips / Gratuities
- Personal expenses
We recommend booking in advance due to ticket availability and tour logistics.
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Not wheelchair accessible.
Services aligned with responsible tourism.
Local operator in Peru
Not allowed
Free cancelation
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Prices 2026
Base price + (Selected add-ons × number of persons)
Meet point
10:30 AM: Meeting at Plaza Grau, next to the Callao Harbor Master's Office (Capitanía del Callao).