Paracas Bay catamaran tour: Sail with dolphins

Sail at the speed the wind sets, then float in calm water where dolphins pass through

A catamaran tour of Paracas Bay where you sail with the wind and choose the pace (tranquil or fast), then swim in a sheltered spot. The guide speaks English or Spanish and reads the conditions to shape your route, so no two trips are quite the same.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sail and explore Paracas Bay

• Sail through Paracas Bay
• Enjoy catamaran ride with Paracas wind
• Observe dolphins in the bay
• Swim in a quiet area

The experience

You board the catamaran and leave the pier as the guide reads the wind and water. The boat moves through Paracas Bay under sail, pushed by the Paracas wind that can build to speed or settle into calm. The route is not fixed. The weather decides. You feel the catamaran respond to the conditions, and the landscape opens around you: the bay's water and rock formations as they shift with the light and the season.

Dolphins live in these waters, and on many days you'll spot them moving through the bay. After the sail, the guide takes you to a quiet area where the water is shallow and protected. You swim here while the boat stays anchored nearby. The guide is with you throughout and speaks English or Spanish, so you can ask about what you're seeing and how the bay works.

The whole outing runs about an hour. Bring a towel and wear something you don't mind getting wet. The guide warns that toes are bound to get wet, and the swim is part of the plan. No pickup is arranged, so you'll need to get to the pier on your own.

What’s included

• Catamaran and sail.
• live guide in English or Spanish.
• swim in a sheltered bay cove.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00, 12:00, 14:00 and 16:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (4 and older) · Under 4: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical level

Operated by IZI PERU

Is this one for you?The catamaran pace shifts with the wind and weather, so you don't control the speed. Book this if you want the bay to set the terms rather than follow a fixed itinerary. The shared boat means you'll travel with other guests. If you prefer privacy, a private charter would suit you better.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can I choose how fast the catamaran goes?

The wind dictates the speed, not the captain. On calm days the sail is tranquil. When the Paracas wind picks up, the catamaran moves at speed. You don't control it, but the guide reads the conditions and shapes the route to match what the day offers.

Will I definitely see dolphins in Paracas Bay?

Dolphins live in the bay and appear on many tours, but sightings are not guaranteed. The guide will point them out if they're there, and you'll have a good chance of spotting them, though the day and the season affect how active they are.

What happens during the swim part?

After sailing, the catamaran anchors in a quiet, shallow area of the bay. You swim here in protected water while the boat stays close. The guide is present, and you can stay in as long as you're comfortable.

How do I get to the catamaran pier?

Pickup is not included, so you'll arrange your own transport to the pier in Paracas. The guide will give you the meeting point details when you book.

Is this tour suitable if I'm not a strong swimmer?

The swim takes place in a quiet, shallow cove, so it's manageable for most people. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and you can stay in the water as long as you feel comfortable.