Paracas, Peru

I heart Paracas!

We just spent 3 days in this sunny little town, right on the beach and in the coolest hostel, Kokopelli. 

We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. Kokopelli not only looks cool, it's super clean, amazing showers, a great place to meet people and has a very fun bar! 

On the first night we arrived after a 4 hour bus journey from Lima and decided it was only right to sample the local drink, a Pisco Sour. This somehow lead to the 4 of us taking part in the bar's "Power Hour". One backpacker from Israel explained the rules: 

"Take a shot of beer every minute for one hour, 60 shots... and everyone will puke". 

He wasn't wrong. But it was great fun while it lasted! 

There is such a cool relaxed vibe at Kokopelli and the beach is just a few feet from the doorstep. You can rent paddle boards and kayaks too. 

We were a little worse for wear when we woke up, but we somehow convinced each other to go on a BOAT tour to the Balestas Islands. What could possibly go wrong?! 

The islands and wildlife are incredible and we felt like David Attenborough... But a boat + choppy water + a hangover does not equal a particularly fun time. We are glad we soldiered on and didn't miss it though. 

We spent the rest of the day chilling out and lying in the sun on the beach. We are still the palest people in South America, but working on it! 

Other bits and pieces: 

The local vodka is very strong. Won't be doing that again. 

Pisco Sours have egg whites in them, just FYI. I would have liked a warning.

Food in Paracas is not fantastic. But we did find a pizza place called Venicio on the promenade, it's run by an Italian guy and we had some great pizza and fun there. 

If there was an ATM we didn't find it, so make sure you have enough cash for your stay. 

There was warnings of a sandstorm in Paracas while we were staying there. It did get quite windy and we were all covered in a thin veil of sand, but it passed quickly and was no biggy. 

Next stop: Huacachina