About this experience
Sometimes Mother Nature produces a display of color so vibrant and so varied, that it seems almost impossible that it could have occurred naturally. Yet as your eyes fall upon the beauty of Peru´s Rainbow Mountains (known locally as Vinicunca) is quite literally looking at millions of years of geological history and a natural wonder seen almost nowhere else on Earth.
By far the best way to experience the stunning vistas of Vinicunca is via the Cusipata trail. This challenging but spectacular trail winds through remote Andean villages with their beautiful adobe style houses, passes herds of wild Llamas and Alpacas grazing on the mountainside, and continually rewards us with views of the magnificent Ausangate Glacier. Standing at over 6,300m (20,900ft) this is the highest mountain in the Cusco region.
At a glance
- Duration: 32 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 32 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- What to bring
Local guides to help you plan
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What is included
- Private transportation
- Emergency oxygen bottle and medical kit
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
- Trekking poles – you can rent them from us
- Emergency horse and horseman
- Tips
Itinerary and highlights
This challenging but spectacular trail winds through remote Andean villages with their beautiful adobe style houses, passes herds of wild Llama grazing on the mountainside, and continually rewards us with views of the magnificent Ausangate Glacier. Standing at over 6,300 m (20,900 ft) this is the highest mountain in the Cusco region and is considered a holy mountain (or mountain spirit) by the local Peruvians. Ausangate is the deity of Cusco and since pre-Inca times has been a place of worship and offerings, a tradition that still continues today.
With uninterrupted beauty and solitude, this is a trip for trekkers who love a true outdoor adventure, but are on a tight schedule. So why not allow us to take you on an inspiring and memorable trip, to one of Mother Nature’s true wonders.
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- We can pick up travelers from their hotels or airbnbs within the city of Cusco.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Action Peru Treks
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- What to bring
- Water (recommend at least 2L)
- Rain jacket/poncho
- Winter hat and gloves and ain pants
- Snacks
- Sun block (factor 35+ recommended, the sun can be strong)
- Sunglasses and sun hat
- Camera with spare batteries (no. batteries run down faster at high altitudes)
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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