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sandy hills in the distance, more than 150m high and 50m wide. No one knows exactly
who made the glyph, or when, or what it signifies, but theories abound.
Boats don't come equipped with cabins, so wear a hat, and dress to protect against
the wind, spray and sun.
Tours
Prices and services for tours of Islas Ballestas and Reserva Nacional de Paracas are usu-
ally very similar. The better tours are escorted by a qualified naturalist who speaks Span-
ish and English. Most island boat tours leave daily around 8am and cost around S35 per
person, but do not include S6 in dock fees. Tours of the reserve can be combined with an
Islas Ballestas tour to make a full-day excursion (S60).
Established tour operators include
Paracas Explorer
(
53-1487, 54-5089;
53-3855;
www.paracasoverland.com.pe
;
San Francisco 111, Pisco).
Sleeping
The best accommodations are located near Paracas.
Pisco
HOSTAL VILLA MANUELITA $$
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53-5218;
www.villamanuelitahostal.com
; San Francisco 227; s/d/tr incl breakfast S70/95/125;
)
Heavily renovated postearthquake, this hotel still achieves the grandeur of its colonial
foundations. Plus, it's conveniently located half a block from the plaza.
HOTEL RESIDENCIAL SAN JORGE $$
( 53-2885;
www.hotelsanjorgeresidencial.com
; Barrio Nuevo 133; s/d/tr incl breakfast S85/110/130;
)
A breezy, modern entryway sets the tone for an older building that has been added
to. There's a bright cafe, and back garden with lounge chairs around a pool. Rooms in the
new wing have a splash of tropical color; older ones can be dark and cramped.
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