Departure times
- Morning: 9:00 AM
Essentials at a glance
- Duration
- 4h – 4h 30m
- Type
- Small group
- Departures
- 09:00
- Pickup
- Hotels in Miraflores, San Isidro & Barranco
- Languages
- English & Spanish
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 hours before
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How would you like to do this tour?
The same route. Choose who travels with you and how to book.
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The experience
Why you’ll love this
From La Punta, a shared boat crosses Callao Bay past naval ships, rugged islets and seabird colonies where Humboldt penguins rest on the rocks. At the Palomino Islands, pull on a wetsuit and swim in calm, protected water as curious sea lions glide around you, then enjoy a light snack on the way back.
Tip: wear swimwear under your clothes and bring a towel for the ride back.
Highlights · Small group
- Cruise Callao Bay and its historic islands
- Spot Humboldt penguins and seabirds
- Swim with wild sea lions
Step by step
Your route
Hotel pickup
We pick you up at your hotel in Miraflores, San Isidro or Barranco. The drive to the jetty in La Punta takes about 40 minutes.
Boarding in La Punta
Check-in at the Comandante Fanning 145 jetty: port control, passenger lists and life jackets. About 30 minutes.
Setting sail across Callao Bay
We sail out past the yacht anchorage, navy and merchant ships, and head into open water over the El Camotal shallows.
San Lorenzo Island and seabird colonies
We skirt San Lorenzo Island, with a history reaching back to pre-Columbian times, past fishing boats, guano bird colonies and Humboldt penguins.
Palomino Islands: swim with sea lions
We reach Palomino Island, the farthest point. You pull on a wetsuit and swim among a large colony of sea lions, in waters with no predators.
Return through the cliffs
We cruise back through a channel of cliffs and striking rock formations, heading for the jetty in Callao.
Hotel drop-off
We dock in Callao and drive you back to your hotel. Estimated arrival: 1:30 pm.
Everything taken care of
What’s included · Small group
This list matches the option selected above. If you switch between private and shared it updates on its own — check it before you confirm your booking.
- Shared boat around the Callao islands (about 2 h 30 min)
- Bilingual guide
- Wetsuit and life jacket
- Travel and accident insurance
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottle of water
- Taxes and the Guaneras islands conservation fee included
Not included · Small group
- Meals
- Tips
- Personal expenses
Good to know before you go
Plan your day with confidence
Pickup and return
- Hotels in Miraflores, San Isidro and Barranco
- Elsewhere in Lima? Ask us for a quote.
- We’ll confirm your exact pickup time.
What to bring
- Swimwear and a towel
- Comfortable clothes
- Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- A charged phone or camera
Important information
- 50% surcharge on Peruvian national holidays.
- Card declined? Ask your bank to enable international online purchases. If it still fails, write to us and we will give you another payment method.
- Travelling with reduced mobility or in a wheelchair? We recommend booking the private option: the vehicle and the pace adapt to you. Write to us before booking and we will arrange it with you.
Clear before you confirm
Same price per person for 1 to 12 travellers, whether you come alone or with a group. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour. Your total is confirmed before you pay.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the private and the shared tour?
The route and the islands are the same. On the shared tour you travel by boat alongside other guests and pay a fixed price per person. On the private tour the boat and the guide are just for your group, and it adds a snack and chilled water on board, towels, swimming goggles and a bottle of wine for a toast on the way back. The “What’s included” list changes when you select each option.
What if the sea does not allow sailing?
Sailing depends on sea conditions and on clearance from the Port Authority. If high tide, strong winds, swell or a Port Authority order make it unsafe, we tell you as soon as we know and you choose between rescheduling for another day or a full refund. We never sail unless safety is assured.
Can the departure time change?
Yes. The Port Authority or the pier operator may move the departure earlier or later. We confirm your exact pickup time the day before and, if anything changes, we let you know straight away on WhatsApp.
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