About this experience
Explore the amazing Rainbow Mountain on this full day tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel by transport to a trailhead that climbs to the top of the mountain. Marvel at its multi-colored sandstone, visit the highest mountain in the region: the peak of the Ausangate Glacier, at just under 21,000 feet (6,400 meters).
• Learn about the region's fascinating geology from an informative guide and enjoy included meals
• Hike the incredible rainbow mountain on a full day trip from Cusco
• Get an up-close view of the colors of the mountain and learn about its history.
• Enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding landscape and delight in delicious meals.
• Make the most of limited time with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off.
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
Plan your experience
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
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional English and Spanish speaking guide
Not included
- admission ticket 15 soles or 4 UDS
- Tips (optional)
Itinerary and highlights
We will pick you up from your hotel between 4:00 to 4:40 AM; (custom pick up time). In our tourist transport, and then we will travel for approximately 2 hours to the south, on the way we will pass through traditional villages and we will have an incredible view of the Peruvian Andes.
We will arrive at Cusipata, where our restaurant awaits us, where we will enjoy a delicious Buffet breakfast, it is time to recharge our batteries and then start the adventure.
We will arrive at the starting point, our guide will give you instructions and recommendations of the route to enjoy this fantastic experience, we will start the walk from Pampachiri at a height of 3,700 m. An uphill walk of 1.5 hours awaits us to reach the famous Rainbow Mountain. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to enjoy an incredible view, glacial peaks, red mountains, rocky hills, traditional llamas and alpacas grazing throughout the valley. Once we reach the top, an impressive view of the majestic Vinicunca Mountain and the top of the Ausangate Glacier will amaze you. You will have enough time to take beautiful photo shots, our guide will tell you about the composition of these mountains and how they were striated in the rainbow of colors, then we will descend in a downhill hike, until we reach our transport.
We will go to the restaurant where a delicious fresh and hot lunch will be ready for us. We will regain strength and have time to interact with the locals. We will board our transport to return to Cusco. We will arrive around 4 p.m. to the city, after a fantastic day.
Meeting and pickup information
- Free pick up in hotels, hostels, house, apartments
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- FLY CUSCO Perú Travel Agency
Accessibility and practical details
- 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
- A minimum of 2 people per reservation is required
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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