About this experience
Conquer the route on four wheels! Drive your ATV directly to the Mountain of Colors, with a final walk of only 5 to 10 minutes.
* Your adventure, your schedule: choose your departure from Cusco at 3:00, 4:00, 6:00, or 8:00 a.m.
Live the adventure accompanied by an expert guide, who will guide you during the ATV tour to the Mountain of Colors.
* Skip the long exhausting walks! Enjoy the Andean landscape in ATV and complete a short hike to the viewpoint.
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr–11 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr–11 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What is included
- Private transportation
- quad bikes per person
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- oxygen
- guide. English Spanish
Not included
- Accident insurance
- Mountain of colors
Itinerary and highlights
Explore the Mountain of Colors in an adventure that combines Andean landscapes and a quad bike tour from the base of Káyrawiri Alta. Drive approximately 20 minutes to the summit access area and complete a 5 to 10 minute hike to reach the viewpoint. There you will have time to contemplate Vinicunca, take photographs, and enjoy the landscape.
Choose from four departure times from Cusco: 3:00 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., or 8:00 a.m. The first three tours include pickup at the hotel and breakfast in Cusipata. The 8:00 a.m. departure does not include breakfast or hotel pickup; the meeting is at Plaza Regocijo.
1. Departure from Cusco
Start the experience at the time you have reserved. For the 3:00, 4:00, and 6:00 a.m. departures, pickup is at your hotel, subject to prior coordination. If you choose the 8:00 a.m. departure, meet the group in Plaza Regocijo, in Cusco.
2. Breakfast in Cusipata
The 3:00, 4:00, and 6:00 a.m. departures make a stop in Cusipata to enjoy breakfast before continuing to the quad bike base. During the trip you will be able to observe rural communities and Andean landscapes.
Breakfast is not included in the 8:00 a.m. departure; for this option, arrive having eaten breakfast at the meeting point.
3. Arrival at the quad bike base in Káyrawiri Alta
In Káyrawiri Alta you will receive the handling and safety instructions before starting the tour. Familiarize yourself with the ATV controls and follow the guide's instructions during the activity.
4. ATV ride — approximately 20 minutes
Drive from the base to the top of the Color Mountain access road. Enjoy the experience of touring the Andean landscape in ATV until the point where the short walk begins.
5. Walk to the viewpoint — 5 to 10 minutes
Leave the ATV at the indicated point and continue with a short walk to the viewpoint. This final stretch allows you to reach the area from which you can appreciate the colorful striped characteristics of Vinicunca.
6. Visit the Mountain of Colors
Enjoy time to contemplate the landscape, listen to the guide's explanations, and take photographs. The stay at the viewpoint will be adjusted to the weather conditions and the group's pace.
7. Return to Káyrawiri Alta and transfer to Cusco
Walk back to the quad bikes and make the return trip to base. Then, address the transportation to undertake the trip back to Cusco.
Meeting and pickup information
- Our mobility along with our guide will be waiting for you in the central part of the main square of Cusco at 4:00 am sharp, otherwise you can contact our WhatsApp +51978636869 to coordinate your pick-up in a place as close as possible. to your hotel
- Pick-ups are made at their respective hotels in the city center. If your hotel does not appear on the map, please contact us to coordinate your pick-up point.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Viajes Speedy Tour Operator
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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