About this experience
They will pick you up from your hotel at approximately 4:00 in the morning, you have to wait ready at the reception. After picking them up in the transport, they will go to Cusipata where they will have the opportunity to stop for a few minutes to relax their legs a bit before reaching the point where they will begin to walk to the hill of 7 colors or Vinicunca.
After the stop in Cusipata you will continue to where you can enjoy your breakfast and start the adventure to the famous rainbow mountain.
After breakfast they will start the walk. There are 4 kilometers of flat terrain uphill, to the Majestic Rainbow Mountain; where you will enjoy the panoramic view of the valleys, wild llamas, alpacas and vicuñas. If you are lucky you will see the flight of the condor.
After taking beautiful photos, you will have to descend to Cusipata to enjoy a delicious lunch also prepared by the chef. We will take the transport that will be waiting for you to take you back to Cusco.
At a glance
- Duration: 11 hr–12 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 11 hr–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
- oxygen balloon
- First aid kit
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Breakfast
- Transportation back to Cusco.
- Professional Guide
- Transportation to the starting point of the walk.
- Hotel pick up
Not included
- Extra horse to ride or for any extra backpack $25 USD
- tips
Itinerary and highlights
Enjoy the first part of your trip for 3 hours in a van through the south of the City of Cusco until you reach the town of Cusipata where you will have a delicious breakfast, then continue your trip to begin your trek to Vinicunca.
After a walk of approximately 1 hour and a half, you will reach the highest point of your journey where you will be able to appreciate the mountain of colors and also unique landscapes in the world. After enjoying these landscapes, you will return to Cusipata where a delicious lunch awaits and finally you will take the van to return to the City of Cusco.
Meeting and pickup information
- If your pick-up place is outside the area or does not have bus access, the local partner can provide you with a meeting point close to your pick-up place. Remember to only follow the person who has your names on the pick-up.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Inka Altitude
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
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility problems
- Not recommended for travelers with respiratory conditions
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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