About this tour
This is a special flight over the most important zones where the most amazing Nazca drawings were made. On this program we will fly over the archaeological zones of Socos, Jumana, San Jose, Ingenio, Llipata, Palpa and Rio Grande. All these areas contain several animal figures, including birds and see creatures. In the zone of Llipata you will see strange human images etched on the slopes of the hills. At the zone of Palpa and Rio Grande you will see spectacular geometric designs that resemble ancient runways. In addition you will also enjoy great panoramic views of the entire Nazca desert with its green oasis stretching down from the Andes.
Tour Itinerary
Tour description:
Stop 1Our flight service begins usually in the morning. Customers are transferred from their hotel to the Nazca airport, which is located at 4 kilometers away from the Nazca city. Upon your arrival at the Nazca airdrome, our staff will show you a video film about The Nazca Lines. This interesting documentary lasts about 40 minutes and involves serious information about the Nazca Culture, as well as the figures you will see from the air. For this aerial tour, you will board a small Cessna airplane, which has capacity for 5 people, plus the pilot. After the video, our pilot will proceed to give you a briefing about this air tour and also will give each participant a map of the archaeological zone, which shows all the figures you will see from the air. After some basic information about the Nazca Lines and safety instructions, you will board the plane and will take off. Our flight adventure will take us over the most important archaeological sites where most of the famous Nazca Lines and drawings are located. Among the figures you will see the Whale, the wing, the Condor, birds, animals, the lizard, the tree, the hands, the spiral, the spider, the flower, the dog, the monkey, the astronaut, the triangle etc. Our flight also will takes over the Palpa region, where we will see other figures, such as, the star, the pelican, the hummingbird, the family hill, many strange geometric designs and many others creatures. End of the tour.
Top Highlights
Tour Duration:
- 1 hour.
Departures:
- From 07:00 hrs. till 16:00 hrs. (Flights are subject to weather conditions & air trafic)
Included
- Pick up from your hotel in Nazca.
- Transfer to the Nazca airport.
- Video film about the Nazca Lines.
- Assistance by a local guide.
- Complete Flight Over The Nazca & Palpa Lines (Airplane for 5 participants)
- Drop off at your hotel at the end.
Not included
- Extras & gratitudes.
- Airport taxes
- Accommodation in Nazca.
Recommendations
- On this tour you must bring light clothing, as the weather in Nazca used to be very hot, especially in summer time (from December to March) when temperatures can reach 40º C / 104 ºF sometimes.
Important Information
- The airplanes used for this aerial tour are of highest standard available.
- All the planes are equipped with cloth-seats and safety belts.
- All the planes have a capacity of 5 people plus pilot.
- Our Pilot will be able to speak to you through the intercom.
- Manoeuvres like loops and rolls are not allowed.
- All flights are subject to weather and air traffic control.
- This tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated.
- You must send all your personal information, if booking this tour.
- This tour departs from the Maria Reiche airport, located in Nazca.
- Daily departures available all year round.
- This tour should be booked al least 2 weeks in advance during the months of July, August and September (high season).
Additional information:
- All your personal information is required at the moment of your booking.
- Confirmation of the excursion will be received at time of booking.
- All tours are operated in English unless otherwise stated.
Travel voucher:
- You will receive an electronic voucher via e-mail once your booking is confirmed.
- For every confirmed booking you will be required to print your electronic voucher for presentation at the moment we start the excursion. The electronic voucher acts as a confirmation for all the services you request.
Local Operator Information:
- We will send you complete operator information, including phone numbers at your destination.
- Our Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
