Ballestas Islands

A 45 minute boat ride from the coastal city of Paracas, the Ballestas Islands support a thriving marine ecosystem.

A beautiful natural arch along the edge of the islands.



Humboldt Penguins, the only variety found in South America.





A young sea-lion, or "marine wolf" in Spanish.



A lone turkey vulture.




A famous series of natural arches.




Sunset over the beach near Paracas.