Elevation Min.: 7 fasl (2 masl) (Paracas)
Useful information for travelers
Nasca
Max.: 12,454 fasl (3,796 masl) (San Pedro de Huacarpana)
Temperature Max.: 90 °F (32 °C) / Min.: 48 °F (9 °C)
To make your visit an enjoyable one Go on excursions along known and signposted tourist routes.
To fly over the Nasca lines Take your ID or passport with you. Otherwise, you may present a simple photocopy accompanied by other physical document issued by your country of origin.
Overflights depend on the weather condition. The peak season for tourism is during June, July and August, so book the service in advance. It is advisable to get information from more than one formal company before hiring a service. Visit the offices of tour operators located in the city of Nasca or at the airfield.
Request details in writing of the terms of service and the cancellation policies.
Since there are not money exchange houses nor ATMs at the aerodrome, carry cash with you, in soles and dollars, to pay for the overflight service, the airport tax and the tourist ticket for overflying the Nasca lines. Credit card payment is subject to an increase in the fee according to the card issuing company.
When hiring tourist services Check the list of authorized travel and tourism agencies in IPERU Nasca.
Avoid hiring services that are offered out loud outside land or air transport terminals or in the street. It is advisable to get information from more than one formal company before hiring a service. Visit their offices and request details in writing of the terms of service and cancellation policies. When buying products or contracting a service, request the corresponding payment receipt.
Take formal taxi services.
In case of non-compliance To file a complaint, request the Complaints Book. You can also request assistance from IPERÚ or the National Institute for the Defense of Competition and Protection of Intellectual Property (INDECOPI). Keep in mind that tourist services with very low costs do not guarantee good service.
If you need help IPERÚ NASCA (+51-1) 616-7300, ext. 1885 Maria Reiche Newman Aerodrome Carretera Panamericana Sur, km 452, Vista Alegre iperunasca@promperu.gob.pe POLTUR Nasca Cl. Los Espinales, cdra. 2 Reference: Former Municipal Museum Open 24/7 Nasca Police Station (+51-56) 522-084 Av. Los incas s/n Open 24/7
(+51) 944-492-314 iperu@promperu.gob.pe
Tourism and Economic Development Management of the Provincial Municipality of Nasca Cl. Lima (Virgen de Guadalupe market, 2nd floor) M-F, 8:00-15:30 h IPERÚ PARACAS Av. Libertadores, entrance to El Chaco boulevard