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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: PEN
- Languages: Spanish
- Climate: Desert
- Timezone: America/Lima
- Population: Approximately 230,000 residents
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit is May through October for dry, sunny weather.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from many countries, including the US, EU, and UK, can enter Peru visa-free for tourism stays up to 90 days. Some travelers may require a visa depending on nationality. E-visa options are not commonly available; most tourists should ensure their passport is valid for at least six months. Visa on arrival is generally not offered for tourists.
About Ica
Ica is a captivating city in southern Peru known for its desert landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture. It serves as a gateway to the famous Huacachina oasis, a natural desert lagoon surrounded by towering sand dunes that attract adventure seekers worldwide. Ica’s unique appeal lies in its blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage, including pre-Columbian archaeological sites and colonial architecture. The region is also renowned for its vineyards and pisco production, offering visitors a taste of authentic Peruvian spirits. Tourists come to Ica to explore the desert, enjoy sandboarding and dune buggy rides, and experience local traditions. Its warm, dry climate makes it an ideal destination year-round, especially for those looking to escape the cooler highlands. Ica’s friendly atmosphere, combined with its outdoor activities and culinary delights, makes it a must-visit for travelers seeking both adventure and cultural immersion.
Top Attractions
1. Huacachina Oasis – A stunning natural desert lagoon surrounded by sand dunes, perfect for relaxation and adventure sports. 2. Paracas National Reserve – A protected coastal area with diverse wildlife, including sea lions and flamingos, and dramatic desert meets ocean scenery. 3. Regional Museum of Ica – Showcases artifacts from the Nazca and Paracas cultures, including textiles, ceramics, and mummies. 4. Nazca Lines – Famous ancient geoglyphs located near Ica, best viewed from small aircraft tours. 5. Bodega El Catador – A traditional vineyard and pisco distillery offering tours and tastings of Peru’s national drink.
Popular Activities
Visitors can enjoy dune buggy rides and sandboarding on the massive sand dunes around Huacachina. Wine and pisco tasting tours provide insight into local production methods. Exploring archaeological sites and museums offers a cultural experience. Birdwatching and wildlife tours in the Paracas Reserve are popular for nature lovers. Adventure seekers also enjoy hiking and photography in the desert landscapes.
Ica Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of South Coast
- Duration Range: Visitors can enjoy dune buggy rides and sandboarding on the massive sand dunes around Huacachina. Wine and pisco tasting tours provide insight into local production methods. Exploring archaeological sites and museums offers a cultural experience. Birdwatching and wildlife tours in the Paracas Reserve are popular for nature lovers. Adventure seekers also enjoy hiking and photography in the desert landscapes.
- Group Size: Flexible group sizes
- Difficulty Level: Beginner to Advanced
- Recommended For: The best time to visit is May through October for dry, sunny weather. Pack lightweight clothing, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat for sun protection. Respect local customs and greet people politely. Avoid drinking tap water and carry bottled water. Use cash in small denominations for markets and tips, though credit cards are accepted in larger establishments. Stay aware of your belongings in crowded areas.
Average Tour Price: $80
Lowest Price Tour: $55
Highest Price Tour: $200
100 Available Tour Excursions in Ica
Live the experience of Sandboarding and Sandskiing in the dunes of Peru, where our approach goes beyond the commercial in Huacachina. Our professional instructors provide you with all the security and guarantee whether you are a beginner or experienced in the snow. In addition, every moment of your journey is immortalized through photos and videos We will end with an incredible sunset or dusk in the desert With impressive views, where you can disconnect from everything and live in this wonderful nature. Discover Sandboarding and Sandskiing Live it with Sandboard Squad!
Price: $57.00
Duration: 2 hours
Huacachina Tours, offers dinner in the desert every day upon request subject to availability as a shared tour.
Price: $160.00
Duration: 6 hours
Our tour is special because we are prepared to make an excellent adventure experience in the desert and tasting the best pisco and wines of our pisco route.
Price: $34.00
Duration: 6-7 hours
It's time to get your pulse racing and experience the thrill of exploring spectacular coastal landscapes! With the wind in your hair and adrenaline coursing through your veins, you'll enjoy panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean that will take your breath away.
Price: $70.00
Duration: 9 hours
Ica is a city known for its exquisite Piscos and wines. On the outskirts of the city you can visit wineries where you will learn about the preparation of these drinks and also taste the variety that is produced there. A few kilometers from the city of Ica we find the Oasis of Huacachina, located in the middle of beautiful tropical palm trees and surrounded by impressive dunes.
Price: $38.50
Duration: 8 hours
In Ica was born Pisco, therefore, it is full of flavors with quality drinks, exquisite and typical food that will make that shock of extraordinary taste. Combine two experiences in the desert city of Ica, visit the Hacienda Tacama, the oldest in Peru and South America, surrounded by valleys and landscapes that tell because in Ica the Peruvian pisco was born. We will visit an artisan vineyard called Cultur Pisco, where we will see a large forest of pecans, nuts widely used in many Peruvian desserts. You will taste pisco, wines and pisco creams. You will know our region in different ways, such as industrial and artisan. Then we will go up to the dunes to finish the day watching the sunset in the middle of the Huacachina sand desert for 2 hours. You'll do normal sandboarding on different dunes. Your photographs will be evidence of your unforgettable journey. (This activity starts from 2 people) If you are alone, you can check availability at the reference phone number.
Price: $49.00
Duration: 6-7 hours
In our experience we will enjoy the flora and fauna of the Ballestas Islands, the imposing geoglyph El Candelabro, which is related to the Paracas and Nazca culture where we will also visit the best beaches of the Paracas national reserve, you will have free time for lunch in front of nature the best fish and seafood is an unforgettable experience to have a good time with families and friends
Price: $26.00
Duration: 9 hours
Live a unique experience with friends or family and visit 25 different geoglyphs from Palpa to Nazca, and on your overflight tour of the lines and Nazca Geogligos 13 more figures, adding a total of 38 enigmatic geoglyphs in an area of approximately 450 kilometers squares
Price: $185.00
Duration: 11-12 hours
It is a tour for lovers of archeology and culture, where they will learn information about the pre-Inca cultures that developed in this Region such as Paracas, Nazca, Wary, Icachincha, Incas and the diseases of those times, operated skulls, long heads and mummies and learning about the history of Peruvian wine and pisco where you will never forget.
Price: $35.00
Duration: 6-7 hours
Come and live a fun experience with us. We will do 02 Tours in 1 day. -We will visit 02 of the best vineyards and wineries, industrial and artisanal and we will do a tasting of the best wines and Pisco of Peru. -We will visit the Huacachina Oasis, we will take a tour of the place and you can take photos. -Then we will have fun on the Buggy Tour with Sanbording and you will be able to see the Sunset in the Huacachina Dunes.
Price: $39.00
Duration: 5-6 hours
Touring the Dunes of Ica from a Buggie is a Unique Experience! We offer personalized tours, we have different schedules at the client's choice. Our drivers are trained with more than 15 years of experience doing this activity in the Iqueño desert. Enjoy our tour and live the adrenaline to the fullest through the Dunes of Huacachina.
Price: $30.00
Duration: 1 hours
In this tour, you will know our History, Culture, and Tradition of Ica in a single day. We will start this experience visiting the 2 most beautiful haciendas in Ica: La Caravedo and Tacama, where you will taste their high-quality wines and piscos, as well as learn about their production processes. After that, we will visit an Artisanal Winery where you can experience new flavors of wines and piscos. We will have lunch in this area, and for the sunset, we will join the best adrenaline-filled ride in Buggy and Sandboarding in the Huacachina Desert. Don't miss out on a perfect day in Ica, a day full of tastings and emotions, an unforgettable day.
Price: $80.00
Duration: 7-8 hours
We are a company that provides security, trust and comfort during your transfer in our modern vehicles in the city of Ica.
Price: $7.00
Duration: 0 hours
Our tour is the perfect fusion between tradition and artisanal excellence. From the history in the pisco museum, where each drop of pisco tells a unique story, to the historical majesty of Tacama, where the years have perfected winemaking. What really makes us stand out is offering you not just one, but two exceptional experiences in a single trip. Immerse yourself in the authenticity of artisanal production at Luchys Country House and then travel back in time exploring Tacama's rich wine history. Each step is an invitation to discover the best kept secrets of tradition and quality. If you are looking for a complete experience that celebrates the richness of craftsmanship and the history of wine, our tour is the perfect choice. Book now and let this unique journey enrich your palate and your memories!
Price: $72.00
Duration: 4 hours
Embark on a unique odyssey in the heart of the Huacachina desert with us! Our exclusive handcrafted Buggies will immerse you in an experience that perfectly combines excitement with safety. Discover the adrenaline when you slide down the dunes with our recreational Sandboarding. What really sets us apart is the fusion of intense emotions with an unwavering commitment to your safety. Beyond being an activity, we invite you to an authentic journey where every curve, every climb and every descent connects you with the unique magic of the desert. So, if you are looking for more than a simple activity, if you are looking for an unparalleled experience, we invite you to book with us. Discover the essence of Huacachina with an adventure that promises lasting emotions and indelible memories. Make your reservation now and get ready to live the adventure of your life!
Price: $18.00
Duration: 2 hours
This is a combined experience where you can enjoy the 3 activities most requested by travelers, you will have contact with nature in the sea and marine animals, the coast with the vineyards and tasting the flagship drink of our Peru, Pisco and its wines and The desert with the buggy, sandboard and the sunset.
Price: $90.00
Duration: 11-12 hours
Live the better experience tasting our spirit drink "Pisco" let yourself be captivated by its aromas and textures. Visit the more exclusive and recognized cellar and distillerie of the Region and one of the more old of southamerica. Learn about the history of our national drink and its denomination of origin and why the word Pisco. Venture out and become an expert of our national drink.
Price: $50.00
Duration: 5 hours
Explore the incredible Canyon of the Lost from Ica, a natural wonder in the middle of the desert. Enjoy impressive landscapes, as well as the walking tour along the canyon admiring incredible marine fossils or beautiful natural rock formations. Get ready to discover the depths of this enigmatic canyon, and spend a whole morning visiting this mysterious place with us.
Price: $60.00
Duration: 9 hours
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
- Check tour cancellation and refund policies
- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
- Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Ica’s cuisine features fresh seafood, traditional Peruvian dishes, and local specialties like ceviche and chupe de camarones (shrimp chowder). The region is famous for pisco, a grape brandy used in cocktails like the pisco sour. Dining customs emphasize sharing and enjoying meals with family or friends. Noteworthy restaurants include La Olla de Juanita, known for authentic regional dishes, and Bodega El Catador’s restaurant, which pairs local wines and piscos with traditional meals.
Getting Around
Ica is accessible by bus or car from Lima, with frequent bus services taking about 4 to 5 hours. The city has local taxis and mototaxis for short trips. Walking is common in the city center and around Huacachina. Renting a car is an option for exploring the surrounding desert and vineyards but not necessary for most visitors. Transportation costs are generally affordable.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit is May through October for dry, sunny weather. Pack lightweight clothing, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat for sun protection. Respect local customs and greet people politely. Avoid drinking tap water and carry bottled water. Use cash in small denominations for markets and tips, though credit cards are accepted in larger establishments. Stay aware of your belongings in crowded areas.
Culture & Customs
Ica’s culture blends indigenous traditions with Spanish colonial influences. Social interactions are warm and polite, with greetings and handshakes common. Important festivals include the Feast of San Juan and the Pisco Festival, celebrating local heritage. Visitors should dress modestly when visiting religious sites and ask permission before photographing people. Sharing food and drink is a valued social custom.
