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USAKA DESERT TOUR
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USAKA DESERT TOUR

Join our Usaka Desert Tour. Ride a dune buggy, visit Cahuachi ruins, and enjoy thrilling sandboarding in Nazca’s beautiful desert. Book Now!

Trip essentials

  • Duration

    4 hours

  • Tour Type

    Archaeology

  • Travel Style

    Comfort

  • Physical Rating

    Easy

Starting from

$85USD per person
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USAKA DESERT TOUR
Highlights

“Experience the Usaka Desert Tour — a thrilling 4×4 adventure that blends archaeology, adrenaline, and natural beauty”

Fun and Adventure for All Ages

“Discover the Ancient Aqueduct of Ocongalla”

Step back in time as you explore the remarkable Aqueduct of Ocongalla, an ingenious pre-Inca hydraulic system still functioning today. Marvel at its spiral design and learn how ancient Nazca engineers tamed the desert to bring life to their land.

“Explore the Ruins of Cahuachi and Mysterious Graveyards”

Wander through the vast adobe pyramids of Cahuachi, the ancient religious capital of the Nazca. Along the way, encounter age-old cemeteries, where weathered tombs and scattered bones whisper untold stories of this enigmatic civilization.

“Conquer the Towering Dunes of Usaka”

Feel the thrill as your dune buggy carves through the golden waves of the Usaka Desert. These immense, untouched dunes create a surreal landscape — a photographer’s dream and the perfect playground for adventure seekers.

“Master the Art of Sandboarding”

After an exciting ride, grab your board and hit the slopes! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned rider, the soft sands of Usaka offer a fun and adrenaline-pumping experience. Learn tips from your guide and enjoy the ride of a lifetime.

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Our Usaka Desert Tour begins with hotel pickup in Nazca. Travel by dune buggy to the Ancient Aqueduct of Ocongalla, explore the ruins of Cahuachi and ancient cemeteries, then head to the Usaka Desert. Enjoy thrilling dune rides and sandboarding on golden slopes. The adventure lasts approx. 3.5 hours, with flexible departures (morning or afternoon), and ends with drop-off at your hotel in Nazca.

    Trip Summary
    • Starting PointYour hotel in Nazca.
    • Duration03:30
    • Departure10:30 AM
    • Languageenglish
    Full Itinerary

    Your Usaka Desert Tour begins with pickup from your hotel in Nazca. We’ll head out of town aboard a robust 4×4 dune buggy, specially equipped for desert exploration. After a short drive, we take a detour along a dirt road that leads us into the ancient farming zone of Ocongalla. Hidden amidst the arid landscape, we reach the remarkable Ocongalla Aqueducts, an ancient water system created by the Nazca people over a thousand years ago. Here, you’ll witness the ingenious spiral-shaped wells that still channel water to this day — a true testimony to ancient engineering. After exploring and photographing this fascinating site, we continue our journey towards Cahuachi.

    Next, we arrive at the impressive archaeological site of Cahuachi, the largest known ceremonial center of the Nazca culture. You’ll explore its adobe pyramids and temples, accompanied by our guide’s fascinating commentary on its history and mysteries. The journey also includes a visit to Estaquería, where ancient wooden posts and the remnants of an ancient cemetery tell silent tales of Nazca life and death. You’ll also pass scattered human bones and pottery remains, providing a somber yet intriguing connection to this desert’s rich past.

    Leaving the archaeological sites behind, we follow the Nazca River valley and cross small desert settlements until we reach the majestic Usaka Dunes. These vast rolling sands offer breathtaking scenery — a playground for both adventurers and photographers. Once there, our expert driver takes you over the dunes for an exhilarating ride. We’ll stop at ideal slopes for a sandboarding session, where both beginners and seasoned riders can glide down the golden waves of sand. Our guide will provide full instructions, making it fun and safe for all ages. After plenty of action and unforgettable moments, we return to Nazca — filled with amazing memories of adventure and discovery.

    What is included ?

    • Pick up from your hotel in Nazca.
    • 4×4 Dune Buggy machine.
    • Professional driver.
    • Sandboards.
    • Drop off at your hotel at the end of the tour.

    What is not included?

    • Extras and gratuities.
    What's Included

    What's Included

    • Starting Point: Your hotel in Nazca.
    • Tour Duration: 3.5 hours approx.
    • Departure Time: 10:30 h.
    • Language: English

    What's Not Included

    • Extras and gratuities.
    • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
    • Travel insurance.
    TRANSPORT & GUIDE

    TRANSPORT

    "Transportation for the Tour"

    TRANSPORT

    Starting Point

    Your hotel in Nazca.

    GUIDE

    "Transportation for the Tour"

    GUIDE

    Starting Point

    Your hotel in Nazca.

    Customer Reviews
    4.5/5
    Mike D. / USA.

    Mike D. / USA.

    5/5

    “The Usaka Desert Tour was the highlight of our trip! The ruins, the ancient aqueduct, and the dunes, an unforgettable day full of fun and discovery”

    Jack & Megan / New Zeland.

    Jack & Megan / New Zeland.

    5/5

    “A fantastic adventure for the whole family! Our kids loved the dune buggy ride and sandboarding, and we were amazed by the ancient sites.”

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