Swim with Sea Lions in Islas Palomino from Lima: Swim in their natural habitat

Get in the water with sea lions, not just watch from the boat

Swim with sea lions in Islas Palomino on a 3-hour activity from Lima that includes speedboat transport, a nautical guide in English or Spanish, a boat tour around Callao's islands, and all protection and boarding fees. The operator holds the Allies of Conservation seal from Sernanp, guaranteeing eco-friendly practices that protect both the animals and the marine ecosystem.

The experience

The activity starts with a speedboat ride out to Islas Palomino, where you jump in to swim among wild sea lions in their natural environment. This is not observation from a distance. You're in the water alongside them, experiencing their curiosity and playfulness up close. A nautical guide leads the experience and stays with the group throughout, ensuring safety for both participants and the animals. The boat tour circles the islands of Callao before and after the swim, so you see the wider seascape and the marine life both above and below the surface.

Departure happens between 10am and 11am depending on sea conditions. The operator will confirm the exact time the day before. The full outing runs about 3 hours. All Sernanp protection fees and boarding fees are included, along with the guide service. Weather and sea state can shift the order of activities or require cancellation for safety. If a storm is forecast, the operator may cancel the boat tour or parts of it and issue a refund. Rough seas sometimes make the boat trip impossible, so flexibility matters on the day.

The activity suits all fitness levels and works for families with infants or small children, who can travel in a pram or stroller. Public transportation options are nearby if you're arranging your own way to the departure point. Bring your own swimsuit, towel, warm clothes, and sunscreen. The operator does not provide personal equipment or wetsuits.

What’s included

• Speedboat transport to and from Islas Palomino.
• swim with sea lions in their natural habitat.
• nautical guide in English or Spanish.
• boat tour around the islands of Callao.
• all Sernanp protection and boarding fees.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:30

GroupUp to 25

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 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by IZI PERU

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to swim alongside sea lions in a shared group rather than observe from a boat: your guide manages safety for everyone in the water together.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can I really swim in the water with the sea lions, or do I watch from the boat?

You swim in the water alongside the sea lions in their natural habitat. The guide leads the group into the water for a close encounter with the animals, making this a direct interaction rather than observation from the boat.

What time does the activity depart, and how long does it take?

Departure is between 10am and 11am, depending on sea conditions. The operator confirms the exact time the day before. The full activity runs about 3 hours.

What happens if the weather is bad or the sea is too rough?

If a storm is forecast or sea conditions are unsafe, the operator may cancel the boat tour or parts of it for security reasons and issue a full refund. Rough seas sometimes make the trip impossible, so the activity depends on favorable conditions.

What do I need to bring, and what is provided?

Bring your own swimsuit, towel, warm clothes, sunscreen, and any personal equipment like a wetsuit or rash guard. The operator includes the guide, boat transport, Sernanp fees, and the boat tour around Callao's islands. Personal gear and protective equipment are your responsibility.

Is this activity suitable for families with young children?

Yes, the activity suits all fitness levels and works for families with infants or small children, who can travel in a pram or stroller on the boat.