Nazca Lines overflight from Ica: 20–25 figures in one flight

See the Hummingbird, Monkey and Spider from the air in one morning

An overflight tour of the Nazca Lines departing from Ica with hotel pickup, ground transfer to Maria Reiche airfield, and a shared scenic flight lasting approximately 35 minutes. You'll observe between 20 and 25 geometric and zoomorphic figures from the air, including the Hummingbird, Monkey, Spider, Condor and Astronaut, with the pilot adjusting the plane's angle so all passengers get clear views. A guide in English or Spanish provides a pre-flight briefing on safety and the site's history.

Step-by-step itinerary

Nazca Lines overflight from Ica

• Pick-up from Ica accommodation
• Transfer to Nazca city
• Enjoy desert tour en route
• Arrive at Maria Reiche airfield
• Receive safety and activity briefing
• Board shared flight to see Nazca Lines
• Fly over 20-25 Nazca figures

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your Ica accommodation and a ground transfer through the southern Peruvian desert to Maria Reiche airfield near Nazca. The drive gives you time to settle in before the flight. Once you arrive, a guide delivers an informative talk covering the development of the Nazca Lines, safety regulations and what to expect during the overflight.

The flight itself lasts approximately 35 minutes and operates on a shared-plane basis. From the air you can observe between 20 and 25 figures, including the Hummingbird, Monkey, Spider, Condor and Astronaut. The pilot performs controlled manoeuvres throughout to ensure all passengers have adequate visibility of each figure as you pass over it. This coordinated approach means you see the major geoglyphs clearly rather than catching glimpses at random angles.

After landing, the ground transfer returns you to your Ica accommodation. The entire experience is organized with fixed times and a professional guide, so there's no need to coordinate separate transport or navigate the desert on your own.

What’s included

• Round-trip hotel pickup and ground transfer from Ica to Maria Reiche airfield.
• air-conditioned vehicle for the drive.
• professional guide in English or Spanish.
• pre-flight safety briefing and information about the Nazca Lines.
• shared scenic flight lasting approximately 35 minutes over the geoglyphs.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:30

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (15 to 59 years) · Senior (60 to 90 years) · Youth (14 years) · Child (5 to 13 years) · Infant (1 to 4 years)

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Audio guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 29 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 23

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Almaru Travel

Is this one for you?Book this if you're based in Ica and prefer a shared flight over driving yourself: hotel pickup and a fixed schedule mean you just show up ready to fly.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (14 years); Child (5 to 13 years); Infant (1 to 4 years).

How many Nazca figures will I actually see during the flight?

The overflight covers between 20 and 25 geometric and zoomorphic figures, including the Hummingbird, Monkey, Spider, Condor and Astronaut. The pilot adjusts the plane's course and angle throughout the 35-minute flight so all passengers get clear views of each one.

What's included in the price for this tour from Ica?

Round-trip ground transportation from your Ica accommodation, an air-conditioned vehicle, a professional guide in English or Spanish, a pre-flight safety briefing, and an information leaflet about the Nazca Lines are all included. You pay a tax separately at the airfield.

How long does the whole experience take from pickup to return?

The flight itself lasts approximately 35 minutes, but the full day includes hotel pickup, the drive to Maria Reiche airfield, the pre-flight briefing, the flight, and the return transfer to Ica. Plan for a half-day commitment.