Pisco Attractions
The city of Pisco is located a little more than 200km / 120mi south of Lima and is the first sizeable community along this stretch of coast. The primary reason visitors come to Pisco is to see the nearby Islas Ballestas and the Reserva Nacional de Paracas on the Paracas Peninsula.
Pisco is a small port and fishing town but does have good facilities for travelers. Tours to the Islas Ballestas can be booked through agencies in Pisco.
Pisco is a small port and fishing town but does have good facilities for travelers. Tours to the Islas Ballestas can be booked through agencies in Pisco.
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Ballestas Islands
These islands, not far from Pisco, are home to large numbers of birds, as well as marine life that includes sea lions, penguins, and dolphins.
Lunahuana, Peru
(Near Pisco)
Most travelers come to Lunahuaná for the whitewater rafting. Whitewater rafting is best during the summer months of December to April. This is when the rapids are the most exciting. Whitewater trips run down the Rio Cañete, year round. The rapids only reach a Class III, making it suitable for beginners.
