Though Machu Picchu hogs most of the limelight in Southern Peru, the south coast is pierced by a lesser ‘gringo trail’ whose obligatory stops include adventure nexus Lunahuaná, wildlife obsessed Paracas, Nazca and the desert oasis of Huacachina.
Peru - South Coast (PDF Chapter) Lonely Planet
decipher the mysteries of the Nazca Lines from an overflight or a tour on terra firma
maps
observe sea lions and birdlife, and dodge guano on a boat trip to the Islas Ballestas
transport
watch the sun set atop a giant sand dune overlooking the desert oasis of Huacachina
restaurants & accommodations
Coverage includes: Pucusana, Asia, Cañete & Cerro Azul, Lunahuaná, Chincha, Pisco, Paracas (El Chaco), Ica, Huacachina, Palpa, Nazca & Around, Chala, Camaná, Mollendo, Moquegua, Ilo and Tacna.
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