EcoCamp Huacachina
Huacachina: things to do & how to get here

Ica · Perú

Huacachina: things to do & how to get here

The desert oasis of Ica, a few steps from your tent.

Things to do

Dune buggy

Rides of about 2 hours up and down giant dunes, with photo stops.

Sandboarding

Slide down the dunes on a board; there are options for beginners.

Sunset on the dune

Climb the dune next to the oasis and watch the sun set over the desert.

Boats on the lagoon

Small pedal and rowing boats to explore the lagoon.

Pisco & wine cellars

Ica is pisco country: visit a winery a few minutes from the oasis.

Starry nights

The clear desert sky is perfect for stargazing by the campfire.

At reception we can help you arrange tours with local operators (extra cost).

How to get here

  1. From Lima

    Direct bus to Ica (4–5 hours) with Cruz del Sur, Oltursa or Soyuz, among others.

  2. From Ica bus terminal to the oasis

    We recommend taking an Uber: 10–15 minutes, around S/ 12–20. inDrive and taxis also work.

  3. In Huacachina

    EcoCamp is a 7-minute walk from the village and the lagoon boardwalk.

How to get here

When to come

Huacachina is sunny practically all year, so any month is a good time. From April to November days are mild (20–28 °C) and December to March is full summer, perfect for the pool. The desert sky is usually clear for stargazing.

Money & payments

There are ATMs in Huacachina. Many businesses accept cards, and Yape and Plin are very common. Bring some cash for the oasis entry fee and tips.

Partnership with Wild Olive

Stay at EcoCamp and eat at Wild Olive with 10% off

EcoCamp and Wild Olive Trattoria & Guest House are partners in Huacachina. Our guests get 10% off at Wild Olive Trattoria, the Italian trattoria facing the lagoon, and Wild Olive Guest House guests enjoy our pool for free.

If you stay at EcoCamp

10%

off at Wild Olive Trattoria

If you stay at Wild Olive Guest House

Free

access to the EcoCamp pool

Plus 10% off at our pool bar.