A great day in Paracas included an excursion for most of us to the Ballestas Islands where we saw a profusion of wild life including some Humbolt penguins and sea lions . The adventure had the additional fun of being a trip done by a small local boat. Others of us headed off for a once in a lifetime flight over the Nazca Lines. Those travelling into town enjoyed a remarkable journey through the sand dunes of the desert area of the national park.