About this experience

It is an impressive day of hiking in the Cordillera Vilcanota, "which is very close to the highest and sacred mountain in the South of Peru called the Ausangate (6,377mts). This "Apu" bearer of life is the Guardian of one of the most pristine ecosystems in the world. Thus, our walk will be accompanied by snow-capped peaks, glaciers, herds of llamas and alpacas. This hike offers a selection of wildlife and very impressive landscapes. This will probably be one of the best things you will see in your visit to Peru.

At a glance

Duration: 12 hr

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Full Day Rainbow Mountain Tour with Buffet Lunch

Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour12 hr

Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details

Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 12 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

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What is included

Pick up from the Hotel city center
oxygen assistance
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
walk sticks
Breakfast
Professional tour guide (ENG/ESP)

Not included

Entrances 30 soles

Itinerary and highlights

start piont

- We will pick you up at your respective hotel at 4:30 AM, and then begin our incredible adventure driving 2 hours in our mobility through the South Valley until we reach the town of Cusipata, where we will enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast, then we will continue our Travel to the trailhead (4,326m / 14,189ft.) where the last reaches will be given to finally begin a walk of approximately 2 hours for a moderate climb.
- At approximately 10:30 we will arrive at our destination called Vinicunca or the Rainbow Mountain (5,020 m / 16,466 ft.). Here you will have enough time to enjoy this unique landscape than geography.
- After our visit to the mountain of colors we will return to the starting point, where our private transport will be waiting to take us back to the town of Cusipata, where we will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, and after a short break we will undertake the return trip to Cusco arriving at approximately 4:30 pm.

When you return, the mobility will leave you around the main square

Meeting and pickup information

Hotel pick-ups are carried out as long as they are within the historic center

Languages and tickets

English — Guide
Spanish — Guide
Mobile Only

Tour operator

Amaru Explorer Peru

Accessibility and practical details

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?

The supplier lists a duration of 12 hr.

What are the pickup arrangements?

Hotel pick-ups are carried out as long as they are within the historic center

Which guide languages are listed?

English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).

What ticket format is listed?

Mobile ticket.

What ticket age bands are listed?

Adult tickets: age 3+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.

What is the cancellation policy?