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Rainbow Mountain

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Duration

1 Day

Departures

Year-round

Difficulty

Intermediate

Age

All ages

Discover one of Peru’s most breathtaking landscapes: Vinicunca, also known as Rainbow Mountain. With natural stripes of red, green, yellow, and turquoise, it looks like a magical painting. Located at nearly 5,000 meters (16,400 ft) above sea level, this 2-hour hike rewards you with unforgettable views, surrounded by llamas, alpacas, and the stunning Andean scenery.

Perfect for adventurous travelers looking to add a unique destination to their Machu Picchu journey. Available year-round in group or private tour formats.
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Lugar de Salida:Your hotel / Lugar de Retorno:Cusco City / Hora de Salida:4:30 a 5:00 am / Hora de Retorno:5.00 pm aprox

Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco – Cusipata – Rainbow Mountain – Cusipata – Cusco

Pick-up from your hotel between 4:30 and 5:00 am.
Approx. 3-hour drive from Cusco to the trailhead.
The uphill hike takes about 2 hours from the trailhead to Rainbow Mountain.
You’ll have free time to enjoy the scenery and take stunning photos.
The descent through the Red Valley takes around 2 hours.
Approximate return time to Cusco: 5:00 pm.

Inclusions

Included:

Breakfast in Soraypampa
Round-trip transportation
Semi-buffet lunch
Trekking pole
Professional English-speaking guides
First aid kit and emergency oxygen
Entrance fee to Rainbow Mountain
(Red Valley entrance fee of 15 soles is not included and must be paid directly to the local community)

Not included:

Personal gear
Tips
Horse rental
ATVs

We recommend to bring

Extra cash
Wool hat
Short-sleeve shirt
Rain poncho
Warm jacket
Long pants
Sunglasses
Gloves
Small backpack (for water, snacks, camera, etc.)

Important Information

Our professional guides speak Spanish and English, and carry first aid kits and emergency oxygen bottles at all times.

Breakfast includes fresh juice, hot drinks (such as coca tea, chamomile, regular tea, or coffee), bread, jam, butter, and fruit salad.
Lunch is an Andean buffet made with local ingredients, with multiple options to choose from.
We provide trekking poles to help with balance and stability during the hike.