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15 Best Palomino Islands Tours

The Palomino Islands boats from Callao: thousands of sea lions on the rocks and the option to slip into the water among them in a wetsuit. The swim is cold, loud and unforgettable, in that order.

1.Visit the Sea Lions in Palomino Islands, in Lima Peru

Experience swimming with wild sea lions and viewing penguins on a boat tour around Lima’s Palomino Islands. Three and a half hours of wildlife and adventure.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“An awesome experience! We had a great time. I really recommend to do this activity while you are in Lima. Thank you!”

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2.Lima: Palomino Islands Excursion & Swimming with Sea Lions with Hotel Transfers

Discover Lima’s Palomino Islands with a half-day cruise and swim with playful sea lions. Enjoy wildlife, scenic boat rides, and hotel transfers for an authentic adventure.

★ 4.5

“It was so neat to see penguins and sea lions in real life what a great experience swimming with them”

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3.Swimming with Sea Lions in Lima

Experience swimming with sea lions in Lima's Palomino Islands, cruise past penguins and birds, with guided tours, wetsuits, and stunning wildlife views.

★ 4.5

“Very attentive staff. It was a little late on the exit, but nothing that disrupts the walk. It really was an incredible experience. As a suggestion, the boat could offer drinking water, as there is plenty of sun and heat and also a fresh water…”

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6.Lima | Islas Palomino Tour | Swim with Sea Lions

Experience swimming with sea lions on a 3-hour tour from Lima’s Callao, sailing to Palomino Islands for close encounters with marine wildlife.

★ 4.8

“Absolutely incredible experience! Swimming next to a sea lion colony was one of the absolute highlights of my entire trip. The staff were amazing — super friendly and helpful with the wetsuits, and they stayed close in the water the whole time, making us feel…”

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7.Private Tour to spot Sea Lions in Palomino Islands From Lima

Experience swimming with sea lions at Palomino Islands from Lima on a private tour with expert guides, wildlife viewing, and stunning coastal scenery.

★ 5.0

“We are all very well traveled and have been on a lot of excursions, this was easily one of the top ones we have ever been on. The tour guide Diego was amazing and took very good care of us. The experience with the wild…”

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8.Adventure and adrenaline, swimming with SEA LIONS! & visit the Peruvian islands!

Swim with playful sea lions on a half-day tour from Lima, exploring the Palomino Islands with expert guides. An adventurous, unforgettable experience near the city.

★ 5.0

“Pick up was easy, reliable on time. Staff was friendly knowledgeable. The views were stunning and the sea puppies were hilarious. Once in a lifetime experience, scenery is incredible. Just prepare for the cold water. It is a shock, but everything else is wonderful.”

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9.Lima: Palomino Islands, swim with sea lions in the Pacific Ocean

Experience swimming with playful sea lions and exploring the stunning Palomino Islands off Lima’s coast on a 4-hour boat tour.

★ 5.0

“What a great experience!!! The guide was very helpful and kind. The yacht was big and comfortable. There were soooo many sea lions swimming all around us! It was incredible!!! Would definitely do it again!”

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11.Palomino Islands Sea Lion Swimming Tour

Discover Peru's marine wildlife with this 3.5-hour tour to Palomino Islands, including sea lion swimming, island views, and birdwatching near Lima.

★ 3.0

“The experience wound up getting cancelled which doesn’t account for the 1 star, I understand that circumstances arise, but we got up, took the cabs to the meeting point and were stood up. Took over half an hour to finally get a hold of somRead…”

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13.Sea Lions !!! Experience in the Ocean

Explore Peru's Pacific coast with a private boat tour to Palomino Islands, swim with sea lions, and enjoy personalized guides for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“August 1st was a busy and wonderful day spent with Maria. We went as a private group to Inca and various other places and it was the best tour company I’ve ever used. Maria was extremely knowledgeable on cultural facts which was a must Read…”

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