Drive to Paracas

We were up early to pack and be outside, ready for Ritchie to bring the truck from the parking lot.  Armed with our packed breakfast from the hostel (an apple, a cereal bar, a small packet of crackers, and a bottle of water), we were soon on our way.

It was a very foggy morning, so we couldn’t see much as we made our way out of the city and headed south along the coast road.  Eventually, the fog did lift, and we saw that we were on a long straight highway with coastal desert on both sides and a hazy ocean off to our right.  It wasn’t easy to photograph any of this.

At around 11am, we stopped at a service station for toilets.  They turned out to be the best toilets we have seen in South America so far!  The café and shop were amazing, too!  We didn't need anything, but I found Avon 3 in 1 skincare, so I had to buy it!  I took photos of the Christmas decorations as well!  I know that everywhere in the UK will have had their decorations up for weeks, but to see them here in Peru made us realise that the festive season is soon upon us!

After our stop, we continued to drive through the desert.Read more