paracas EXPEDITION
Paracas is one of the most important protected natural areas along the coast, so one important thing is to have a respectful behaviour with the environment and follow the instructions for sustainable visits in a natural area.
At the Paracas National Reserve, you will enjoy the amazing desert views, aside from the relaxation at the beaches.
Moreover, the routes we will do take us to some other places not on the tourist map, going to some viewpoints especially early in the morning and late afternoon and if timing helps we could reach some fishermen’s activities.
flamingos
PLAYA ROJA
laguna grande
desert
This is a 2 DAYS TRIP exploring THE NATIONAL RESERVE OF PARACAS.
the trip SUGGESTED ITINERARY
DAY 1: Leave the hotel at 7:00 am.
Arriving Paracas at 11:00, going to the hotel at the National Reserve and taking some seafood (if you have issues please ask for options). After a break and some shootings at 3pm we may take a buggy to take a ride across the desert to reach an oases. Return at the end of the day to Paracas.
DAY 2: Boat ride to Ballestas Islands or a short hike by the shores of the bay. Back at 11 am we drive to the Reserve to Laguna Grande. We leave Paracas around 5pm. Drive back to Lima arriving 10 pm.
An optional DAY 3: Early shooting at Playa Roja and Lagunillas Port, leaving Paracas in the morning, we suggest a stop at Pisco airport to fly the Nasca Lines before continue driving back to Lima.
what kind of photos we MAY take?
Landscapes, some birds, people, and local activities
what lenses are best for this trip?
A wide angle for landscapes (under 24 mm).
A tele if you want to shoot birds or some action (200 mm +).
A macro if you like to shoot textures and any kind of details.
A zoom 24-70 / 24-105 / 35-150 mm good for multi use.
On sunny days a ND2 or polarized filter, and a ND16 or ND1000 if we are in a season of sunsets and you want to shoot some long exposure. Tripod recommended.
when is best?
The trip can be done for the whole year.
WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO BRING?
Basically in summer (Dec-Apr) you must use sunscreen and fresh clothes. Paracas temperatures are on average 24-32C and very sunny days.
During winter (Jul-Oct) long sleeves and a wind vest for temperatures of 16-18C on the day but mostly clear, at night temperature descends to under 15 C. In these months is common to have some days with very strong winds, reducing the options of shooting and avoiding the navigation. If that happens we must make some changes to itinerary. And is helpful to have a windvest.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
This is a photo trip in natural and protected areas, we will make stops along the way to hike a bit to take a look around, is not more than 30 minutes each time. In case you are not able to walk too much please tell us to modify the original plan.
RESERVE your photo trip
SEE BOOKING CONDITIONS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE
paracas
BOOKING CONDITIONS:
Booking procedure:
After pre booking by the web form, or contact us by whatsapp, chat or email, please send a list with names, passport numbers, tour date, meeting point and any request you think could be important, as kind of things you want to photograph, personal style, personal website, mobility issues, etc.
Remember we work only with small groups and private services.
Important:
Save the trip with 50% of the total amount.
This advanced payment is not refundable or transferred if you no show or by any cancellation reason.
The remaining balance must be paid before the begin of the trip.
At crowded places, for personal safety reasons is recommended to have a good backpack and never leave your stuff apart from you.
Use of sport or very confortable shoes fully recommended.
WE DO NOT INCLUDE drinks, personal expenses, travel/accident insurance.
Travelers are fully responsible of their health issues. Some trips require to be in enough shape for hiking at high altitudes or hot/cold areas.
Additionals:
Trips outside Lima city include the transportation.
Other timing or arrangements for mobility handicap or extra assistant under request and extra cost.
Conditions:
1. For many days trips is mandatory to ask for a booking within at least 2 weeks before tour date.
2. If cancellation occurs is considered as No Show and booking advanced payment is not subject of refund.