Looking for a unique and fun experience during your time in Peru? This Palomino Islands tour is one of the best day trips from Lima. You’ll take a scenic boat ride past historic islands and finish the tour swimming with hundreds of friendly sea lions in the ocean. The Palomino Islands Lima tour is a perfect mix of wildlife, ocean views, and exciting adventure — all in just half a day!
Tour description – Palomino Islands Tour from Lima
We start this Palomino Islands Lima tour in the port area of Callao. After a short safety talk and check-in, we board a comfortable yacht that takes us along the beautiful coastline. During the ride, we pass by five famous islands — including San Lorenzo and El Frontón — where you’ll learn more about the area’s history and nature.
Then we reach the Palomino Islands, a protected area full of wildlife. You’ll see thousands of sea lions sunbathing and playing in the water. The highlight of the trip? You can jump into the sea and swim with the sea lions! This is a safe and unforgettable experience, guided by professionals and with all safety equipment provided.
After the swim, we return to the port. This half-day Palomino Islands sea lion swimming tour is great for couples, families, and solo travelers looking for something special to do near Lima.
Activities included on the Palomini Islands tour
Here’s what you’ll do on this Palomino Islands swim with sea lions tour:
- Scenic yacht ride from Callao
- View 5 famous islands:
- El Camotal
- San Lorenzo Island
- El Frontón (old prison island)
- Cavinzas Islands
- Palomino Islands
- Watch seabirds and marine life
- Swim with sea lions (20 minutes in the ocean!)
Short itinerary
During this tour, you depart from Callao and take a boat trip along the coast. Along the way, you pass several islands such as La Punta, El Camotal, San Lorenzo, and El Frontón.
At the Palomino Islands, you will have the opportunity to see sea lions and seabirds up close. You can also swim with sea lions, with wetsuits and life vests provided.
After this experience, you return to the port and are transferred back to the starting point.
Important notice – Port of Lima (Callao)
All boat tours that depart from the Port of Lima (Callao) are subject to the official regulations of the Harbor Master’s Office (Capitanía de Puerto). For safety reasons, the authorities may decide at any moment to close the port, either partially or completely, due to weather or sea conditions.
We cannot know in advance when such a closure will be announced. If this happens, we will notify you as soon as possible and you will receive an immediate full refund of your booking.
Your safety is always our top priority.
About the Palomino Islands
The Palomino Islands are a group of small rocky islands off the coast of Lima, in the Pacific Ocean. They are part of a protected marine reserve and are famous for their huge sea lion population. Over 5,000 sea lions live here all year round, along with many seabirds like pelicans, boobies, and gulls.
The water around the islands is cold and rich in nutrients. This makes it the perfect home for marine wildlife. Swimming with sea lions here is a rare experience that only a few places in the world offer — and Peru is one of them!
The nearby islands also have interesting stories. For example, El Frontón was once a high-security prison, and San Lorenzo Island is the largest island in Peru. During the tour, your guide will tell you fun facts and history about each place you pass.
