Palomino Islands Tour: Experience Wild Sea Lions and Peruvian History

Embark on a thrilling Palomino Islands Tour and witness the majestic beauty of wild sea lions in their natural habitat. Immerse yourself in Peruvian history, culture, and nature while exploring these protected islands. Join us for a family-friendly adventure and enjoy complimentary snacks and the option to swim with these incredible creatures.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mirador La Punta - 10:30 Begin the adventure
    Embark on a tour to the islands of Callao. Initially, observe the anchorage of yachts, warships, and merchant ships in Callao Bay. The journey will take you past the low or sandbank “El Camotal” and into the open sea “Mar Adentro.”
    Pass by San Lorenzo Island, which boasts a rich history from…
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Wetsuit
  • Bathrooms
  • Transport by speed boat
What's Not Included
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Admission fees
Additional Information

You will visit a protected natural area and see how is possible to find a balance among flora, fauna and human being. Our speed boats are in perfect conditions and we are working wit Sernanp, the government organization to protect and develop the area.
Be with wild sea lions in their natural environment and also learning about birds, Humboldt penguins,…

Location
El Mirador
Malecón Santiago Figueredo
Restaurante el Mirador, La punta Malecón Santiago Figueredo PLEASE NOTE: Meeting Time is 10am and Departure Time is 10:30am
Cancellation Policy

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

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Birgitp2013
Oct 2, 2025
Go for it and enjoy :) - We had an absolutely great experience here - the tour guides are friendly and competent, the skipper knows his way around with a lot of detail and gently guides the boat in rougher waves, the sea lions were so much fun to swim and play with. Highly recommended!
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Maddy7771
Oct 1, 2025
An amazing swim with the sea lions! - Note - the meeting point is Restaurante el Mirador, La punta Malecón Santiago Figueredo, not Calle La Mar 229, Callao (the ticket says both). The tour itself was great fun with lovely guide Rodrigo. It was a bit intimidating initially getting into the water with the sea lions but actually an amazing experience! It was cold but fine once you start swimming, as you have a wetsuit and a life jacket. If you get seasick, I’d recommend taking a tablet or something beforehand as it was a little choppy when we headed out to the Palomino islands.
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Palithas17
Sep 23, 2025
Great fun experience - Ghost experience and fun. The guide and crew were very friendly and helpful. It was fun and to see so many sea lions and to swim with the pups.
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Gaspar_g
Sep 20, 2025
Great Tour - An awesome experience! We had a great time. I really recommend to do this activity while you are in Lima. Thank you!
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Jennifer
Sep 17, 2025
A must do in Lima! - Such an unforgettable experience! Yes, the water is very cold, but just jump in and your body adjusts within a few minutes and it is SO worth it!! So many playful sea lions to interact with! Seeing penguins was great too and we even had dolphins jumping along side our boat in the ride back!
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Sarao32
Sep 17, 2025
Guide at the top, we dive in the water with wetsuits in a 14 degree water we are apepe by the cold then it’s okay. - Guide to the top! Reassuring and considerate in the face of our fears and the climate shock of the cold at the beginning and then after we acclimatize without problem! Unique experience that I recommend!
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Alba_r
Sep 10, 2025
Wonderful experience - Excellent, when I went alone, I thought I would have no one to share with and despite being the only Spanish-speaking guide, it was very courteous not to leave me without the translation for me. Thank you very much
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Kirant_11
Sep 9, 2025
Enter the world of sea lions - Swimming with the sea lions in Palomino was an absolute highlight of our trip. Our boat went through stunning coastal views and then the magical moment of me diving in with hundreds of playful sea lions around us. The sea lions were curious, friendly, and full of life—it truly felt like we were in their world. If you’re visiting Machu Picchu, don’t miss this!
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Carly_s
Sep 6, 2025
Lima Highlight! - Seeing penguins and swimming with sea lions was incredible! It felt safe for us and responsible for the animals since we weren't feeding or touching them. As an added bonus, we also learned a lot about the history of Lima. If you're on the fence, we'd highly recommend going. We loved it!
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314lh
Sep 13, 2025
Fun - You won't necessarily get too close to the sea lions (no one in our group did), depending on how many of them come off their overpopulated, odiferous rock into the sea (much less on colder days), but the boat ride, scenery, other animal sightings (penguins, pelicans) help make the trip worth it in any case. Leave extra time; the meeting point is very difficult to find, and a change in location wasn't updated on TripAdvisor for months. No changing rooms on the boat for putting on provided wetsuits (they have towels, but bring an extra). Alex is a great guide!
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From $72
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).