Connecting with nature at Easter is one of the best plans and you can escape the routine by visiting an attractive and unique place in the constitutional province of Callao.
This is the Palomino Islands, a place that allows you to see an incomparable ecosystem. On this site you can see a sanctuary of guano birds, visit a center of moon worship or tour an old prison. These and more are some of the attractions that you will know when you arrive at the port of all Peruvians.
ABOUT THE CALLAO TOUR
These islands are located in the National Reserve of the Guaneras Islands, Islets and Puntas System. During the tour you can learn about the history of this site and its surroundings, as well as the natural and maritime wealth of the Peruvian coast.
The Palomino Islands have a unique ecosystem that includes flora and fauna. In the case of animals, there are about 25 species of cetaceans, sea lions, Humboldt penguins and many species of birds.
- Height: 1.8 m a.s.l. m.
- Climate: minimum of 17.3 °C and maximum of 21.5 °C
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HOW TO GET TO THE PALOMINO ISLANDS?
The Palomino Islands are in Callao, although there are two routes to enter it and it is up to you to choose which one you use. Departing from Lima, you can head to La Punta; the journey, by bus or car, takes approximately 50 minutes. The second option is from Lima to Callao, with a route that lasts 1 hour.
BUY TOUR TO PALOMINO ISLANDS
Taking the service of a safe and formal company is important, as your security is involved. And to safeguard it is that those who comply with all environmental, social and economic commitments and responsibilities have been recognized.
The companies that comply with all of the above are: Ecocruceros S.A.C., Mar Adentro Excursiones E.I.R.L., T&T Turismo y Servicios S.A.C., Technical Diving of Peru S.A.C., Spondylus General Maritime Services S.A.C., Ecotourism Islas del Callao E.I.R.L., and Servicios Turismo M&G S.A.C.
Remember that each of these services has a schedule and price for the tour. To do this, you should check what options they offer you. Everything will depend on several factors, including the type of boat you will be traveling on, as there are options for yacht, slider, catamaran and more.
- In the case of yachts, you can find full day tours, starting at S/150.00 soles per person, but they must add up to a total of 15 people. This may include a trip to the main islands, swimming with sea lions for 30 minutes, snacks, insurance policy and all the necessary equipment for your safety.
- As for private full day tours, you can find them from S/. 200 soles.
COST OF ADMISSION
Apart from the tour, you should know that the entrance to this protected natural area has a cost and is as follows.
- Adultos: S/ 11 soles adultos
- Under 16 years old S/5 soles
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR YOUR TRIP
First we will show you the necessary equipment to be part of this tour which are: mineral water, safe hat, lenses with UV protection, sunscreen and windbreaker.
Keep in mind that you must follow and comply with the rules of the place and those of the guide, in order to avoid accidents and possible damage to the natural heritage.
Remember to visit tourist sites responsibly, taking care of your health and that of the rest. Keep your distance, wear a double mask and take the necessary precautions to avoid COVID-19 infections.
RESTRICTIONS FOR THIS TOUR
It is important to take into account what are the restrictions to access this paradisiacal landscape:
- Hypertensive people.
- Pregnant women older than 7 months.
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