Between golden sand landscapes and clear skies, Huacachina emerges as one of the most unique settings in southern Peru. This small natural oasis, surrounded by towering dunes, combines the calm of its environment with adventure experiences that allow travelers to discover the desert from an active and immersive perspective.

The contrast between the lagoon and the arid landscape surrounding it defines the character of the place. For many travelers, this is where the desert stops being just a backdrop and becomes an essential part of the journey, setting the rhythm of an experience lived through movement and the vastness of the scenery.

Adventure in the heart of the desert

Exploring Huacachina means entering a vast and imposing environment, where the immensity of the dunes accompanies every stage of the journey. The experience is built through movement, the energy of the terrain, and the sensation of traveling across one of the country’s most iconic oases.

Movement among the dunes

The journey intensifies as the buggies venture into off-road routes that cross soft dunes and steep slopes. Precise ascents and descents, along with unexpected curves, allow travelers to explore the desert from different perspectives, always in dialogue with the landscape.

Along the way, strategic stops invite travelers to pause and observe: stretches of sand disappearing into the horizon, natural lines drawn by the wind, and open views that highlight the strength of Ica’s desert scenery.

Sandboarding on the dunes

Sandboarding is one of the most representative activities in this environment. Similar to snowboarding, but practiced on sand, it allows travelers to glide down the dunes smoothly and in a controlled way, in an experience marked by adrenaline and direct connection with the desert.

No previous experience is required to enjoy this activity, which adds dynamism to the journey and offers a different way to interact with the landscape.

An oasis surrounded by contrasts

Huacachina is part of a circuit that connects desert, nature, and tradition.
Just a few kilometers away, the Ica Valley offers vineyards and wineries that contrast with the arid surroundings, complementing the journey with a cultural and sensory dimension.
This balance between adventure and pause is an essential part of the region’s appeal.

An experience designed to discover the desert

The experience is defined by the vastness of the landscape, the energy of the buggy ride, sandboarding on the dunes, and the sunset light accompanying the end of the day.

To enjoy this itinerary safely and seamlessly, VIPAC Travel has designed the Buggies and Sandboarding in Paracas program — a proposal that integrates desert adventure, transfers, and expert guidance, taking care of every detail of the journey.

More than an activity, it is an invitation to feel the desert, explore it with intention, and discover one of the most iconic postcards of southern Peru from an active and authentic perspective.

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