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Why Peru?

For hiking in the high Andes, exploring ancient Inca ruins in the Sacred Valley and sampling ceviche in Lima.

Why Chile?

For exploring bizarre landscapes in Atacama, taking time out from the 21st century in Torres del Paine and savoring the vintages of the Andean vineyards.

Why Argentina?

For astounding natural beauty in Patagonia, exercising your wine palate in Mendoza and exploring the bustling city streets of Buenos Aires.

Why Brazil?

For golden sands and year round sun in Salvador, diverse wildlife in the Amazon Rainforest and carnival and beach culture in Rio de Janeiro.

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Ica travel guide

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Ica - The Ica region is a dry desert area of sweeping plains on the southern coast of Peru. Though at first glance it can appear desolate, it is in fact home to abundant sea and bird life around the Paracas Bay Reserve and the Ballestas Islands just offshore. The famous desert oasis town of Huacachina also lies in Ica province, around 5km from the capital.

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The Ballestas Islands – The islands are home to over 150 species of marine birdlife, including Humboldt penguins, cormorants, boobies and pelicans. Large numbers of sea-lions can also be seen on the island’s shores, and in the surrounding water it is possible to encounter dolphins and sometimes whales.

Paracas Bay Reserve - Home to thousands of birds, including flamingos, penguins and pelicans, the reserve also offers spectacular scenery.  Established in 1975 the park is vital for the protection of both the abundant bird life, and the surrounding sea’s marine life.

Museum of Paracas Culture - As well as wildlife, the reserve is home to a museum of the Paracas culture (c.700BC) featuring fine examples of textiles and some well preserved mummies.
 
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Testimonials

“Christmas Eve in Trujillo was wonderful with the main square full of people and Nativity scenes. Cusco and Machu Picchu were outstanding”

Linda Wynne
Canada

“The Amazon was great, especially swimming with the river dolphins. We loved every city you planned for us and Rio for New Year's Eve was a blast”

Kai Lee
United States

“Thanks so much for an incredible time in Peru. The service that you provided during our private tour was amazing”

David & Apryl Imboden
United States

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