Nazca Lines Overflight Tour from Nazca: See 13–21 Figures

See the Nazca Lines from the air: the only way to take in their full scale.

A Nazca Lines overflight tour from Nazca takes you by shared transfer to the airfield, then aloft in a small plane to view the ancient geoglyphs carved into the desert floor. You choose between a 30-minute flight over 13 figures or a 60-minute flight that adds the newly discovered lines of Palpa. The tour includes a live guide in English or Spanish, a flight certificate, a map, and round-trip transfers from hotels or the bus station in Nazca.

Step-by-step itinerary

Nazca Lines Overflight Experience

• Pick up from bus station or hotel
• Transfer to Nazca airfield
• Complete flight preparation procedures
• Fly over Nazca Lines figures
• Transfer to hotel or bus station

The experience

You're picked up from your hotel or the Nazca bus station and driven to the airfield, where you'll spend about 45 minutes on check-in and preparation before boarding. The plane holds six passengers plus two pilots, so everyone gets a window seat. Flights run between 9:30 a.m. and 3 p.m., scheduled by order of arrival and subject to weather. The operator will confirm your exact time after booking.

On the 30-minute flight, you'll see 13 figures: the whale, trapeze, dog, astronaut, monkey, condor, compass, spider, hummingbird, parrot, tree, hands and alcatraz. The 60-minute option adds eight more lines discovered in the Palpa pampas, giving you a fuller picture of the geoglyphs across both regions. A documentary about the Nazca Lines plays before or after your flight, and you'll receive a flight certificate and a map to take home.

After landing, you're transferred back to your hotel or bus station. The whole experience (transfer, ground procedures, flight and return) takes a morning or afternoon depending on which overflight you book. If you're prone to motion sickness, consult a doctor before flying and take any precautions you need. The source recommends this especially for small-aircraft flights.

What’s included

• Round-trip shared transfers from your Nazca hotel or bus station.
• flight certificate and map of the lines.
• live guide in English or Spanish.
• documentary about the Nazca Lines.
• panoramic window seat for each passenger.

Options for this experience

2 options

Overflight 30 minutesGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeLasts 30 minutes; pickup is included

Overflight 60 minutesGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeLasts 1 hour. Requires a minimum of 4 people for this flight to depart; includes pickup

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (2 to 12 years) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 18 pickup points.

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

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditions

Operated by Tangol

Is this one for you?Book the 30-minute flight if you want the main geoglyphs in a quick morning or afternoon slot. Choose the 60-minute option if you have the time and want to see the Palpa discoveries as well. At least two people are needed for the 30-minute flight starting at 1 p.m., and at least five for the 60-minute flight, so check availability when you book.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 12 years); Infant (under 2): free.

What exactly will I see on the 30-minute Nazca Lines flight?

The 30-minute flight shows 13 figures: the whale, trapeze, dog, astronaut, monkey, condor, compass, spider, hummingbird, parrot, tree, hands and alcatraz. These are the most recognizable geoglyphs on the main Nazca pampas.

How many figures do I see if I book the 60-minute overflight?

The 60-minute flight includes all 13 figures from the shorter flight, then continues to the Palpa pampas where you'll see eight additional newly discovered lines, for a total of 21 figures.

Does the tour include pickup from my hotel in Nazca?

Round-trip transfers from hotels in central Nazca are included. If your hotel is on the outskirts of downtown, transfers may be available as an option. Confirm this when you book and provide your accommodation details so the operator can arrange the right pickup time.

What time of day do the flights depart?

Flights operate between 9:30 a.m. and 3 p.m., scheduled by order of arrival. The operator will contact you after booking to confirm your exact departure time, which depends on weather and how many people are booked that day.

What happens if I'm worried about motion sickness on a small plane?

The aircraft is small (six passengers), which can affect some travelers. If you're prone to motion sickness, consult a medical professional before your flight and take any precautions they recommend. The operator notes this is especially important for small-aircraft flights.

What do I need to bring, and what's included in the price?

Bring your original passport, a cap, sunglasses, sunscreen, comfortable shoes and clothes, and spending money for personal expenses. The tour includes the flight, a live guide in English or Spanish, a flight certificate, a map, a documentary about the Nazca Lines, and round-trip transfers. Air taxes (approximately USD 25 per person) are paid in cash at the airfield before boarding.