About this experience

Enjoy this one-day hike visiting the latest discoveries in Cuzco and the now famous Rainbow Mountain in the Vinicunca village. Due to the rich minerals, the mountain is full of deep colors that create a unique and amazing pattern. You can spend a day in the Andes and go on foot to your own rite in this hidden mountain. It will be a unique and unforgettable experience. On this hike you will see the picturesque villages, the beautiful adobe houses, herds of llamas and alpacas and you will have magnificent views of the Ausangate Glacier (6,385 m / 20,945 ft), the highest mountain in the Cuzco region.

At a glance

Duration: 24 hr

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One day break to Rainbow Mountain from Cusco

Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour24 hr

Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details

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

Set aside 24 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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What is included

Emergency oxygen bottle and medical kit.
Professional guide in English or Spanish
Pick up and return to the hotel.
Informative meeting prior to departure at your hotel
lunch
Transportation back from Quesiuno to your hotel in Cusco.

Not included

Trekking poles: you can hire them (USD 5.00 each)
Travel / health / emergency insurance
Meals (breakfast and dinner)
Horses (Option to hire one if you need it at the beginning of the trek) US $ 25.00

Itinerary and highlights

After having breakfast at your hotel, we will pick you up at 6.00 from your hotel in Cuzco in our transport and drive for approximately 2.5 hours to the starting point in the town of Quesiuno (4,326 m / 14,189 feet).

Once we reach the Inkintuyoc bridge, we will begin our walk following a spectacular stream. You will be immediately surprised by herds of alpacas and llamas. We will enjoy the breathtaking views of Ausangate Mountain.

Back on the trail, we will find more traditional elements of this hike. This includes potato fields and a unique fauna. We will have the possibility to see chinchillas and vicuñas. The vicunas are the only non-domesticated animals of the llamas family in Peru. Another highlight of this part of the hike is the numerous red mountains.

After a total walk of approximately 3 hours, we will reach our destination, Rainbow Mountain (5020 meters / 16,466 feet). After overcoming the impact of its beauty, you will have time to explore the area. You will have time to take pictures and enjoy beauty.

After enjoying the best views of this spectacular Rainbow Mountain, it will be time to go back down. We will do a downhill walk where we came from. The walk will last 2.5 hours. Our private transportation will be waiting for us when we return.

Finally, we will make a journey of approximately 2.5 hours to Cuzco and transfer back to your hotel in Cuzco.

Meeting and pickup information

Prior coordination with passengers we can pick up passengers from your hotel

Languages and tickets

English — Guide
Spanish — Guide
Mobile Only

Tour operator

MAPI TOURS TRAVEL

Accessibility and practical details

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?

The supplier lists a duration of 24 hr.

What are the pickup arrangements?

Prior coordination with passengers we can pick up passengers from your hotel

Which guide languages are listed?

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

What ticket format is listed?

Mobile ticket.

What ticket age bands are listed?

Child tickets: age 2–12; Adult tickets: age 13+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.

What is the cancellation policy?