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Palomino Islands Sea Lion Swimming Tour

From$100
4 hours
Lima, Peru

About this activity

Dive into an unforgettable adventure swimming with sea lions at Palomino Islands, just off Lima's coast. This guided tour offers a unique wildlife encounter and stunning ocean vistas.

Highlights

  • Swim with playful sea lions
  • Explore Palomino Islands' natural beauty
  • Enjoy scenic coastal views
  • Experience guided boat tour
  • Capture memorable photos

Full description

Set sail from Lima's vibrant coastline to the Palomino Islands, a haven for sea lions. Don your snorkeling gear and plunge into the crystal-clear waters, where curious sea lions greet you with playful antics. As you float among these friendly creatures, you'll be captivated by their agility and charm. The tour also offers panoramic views of Lima's shoreline, making it a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. Whether you're a seasoned snorkeler or a first-timer, this experience promises memories that will last a lifetime.

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip transportation from Lima
  • Guided boat tour to Palomino Islands
  • Sea lion swimming experience
  • Meals and beverages

Itinerary

1

The guide will meet you at the meeting point to start the Palomino Islands Sea Lion Swimming Tour.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2

Pass by: From there, we will sail to the Palomino Islands, located off the coast of the Constitutional Province of Callao. On the way, we will stop at the anchorage of yachts, warships and merchant ships. The archipelago consists of four small islets located 6 miles west of the port city of Callao, at the western coast of San Lorenzo Island.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3

Pass by: We will also pass by the San Lorenzo Island, an eight kilometres long island, the largest island of Peru.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4

Then we will head towards the Palomino Islands, two islands that are part of an ecosystem of their own where extraordinary fauna of sea lions and local migratory birds coexists. This small group of islands just off the coast of Lima, offers visitors a glimpse of the rich sea life along Peru’s coastline. Peru’s marine life include sea lions, penguins, exotic birds and, if you’re lucky, even dolphins so make sure to bring your camera! Due to the lack of predators it is possible to swim with sea lions and penguins at close range and in complete harmony. This will be an unforgettable experience, a 100% recommended to everyone! Finally we will start the return between islets, and the second largest Humboldt penguin colony in Peru, while a snack is served on board.

Duration: 30 minAdmission: YES
5

After disembarking, we will back to the meeting point.

Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates in all weather conditions
  • Minimum age for participation is 6 years
  • Not suitable for non-swimmers

Know before you go

  • Bring a swimsuit and towel
  • Wear biodegradable sunscreen
  • Consider motion sickness remedies if prone

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • Children 11 and younger must be accompanied by 2 paying adults
  • Children 2 and younger are complimentary
  • If you are prone to motion sickness, please take any necessary precautions. Consult a medical professional before taking any medication.

Traveler reviews

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Poor communication

The experience wound up getting cancelled which doesn’t account for the 1 star, I understand that circumstances arise, but we got up, took the cabs to the meeting point and were stood up. Took over half an hour to finally get a hold of someone and the customer service line from viator was no help either. The company insisted to the point of insult that they notified us but I had no calls, voicemails, texts or WhatsApp messages. Proper communication would have warranted no review necessary.

Steven_BDec 29, 2024VIATOR

Once in a lifetime experience

This was truly amazing. Well planned and executed. Getting so close to sea lions in their natural habitat was a once in a lifetime experience. I'm glad I did this tour

Gerardo OSep 8, 2022TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Children 11 and younger must be accompanied by 2 paying adults Children 2 and younger are complimentary If you are prone to motion sickness, please take any necessary precautions. Consult a medical professional before taking any medication.
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