About this experience
The Mountain of 7 Colors (Vinicunca) is special because it is a unique natural phenomenon in the Peruvian Andes. Its striking colors are due to the combination of different minerals present in its soil layers, which over thousands of years created a landscape full of shades such as red, green, yellow, white and pink.
What makes this experience unforgettable is the combination of several elements in one place: a hike surrounded by imposing Andean mountains, panoramic views of high altitude, the presence of llamas and alpacas, and the opportunity to know a natural landscape that is not found in many places in the world.
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
- Breakfast and lunch buffet
- Tourist Transportation
- Enter the Mountain of Colors
- Professional Guide
Not included
- other services not included
Itinerary and highlights
The 7-Color Mountain, also known as Vinicunca or Rainbow Mountain, is one of Cusco’s most famous natural attractions and one of the most impressive experiences in the Peruvian Andes.
Its main characteristic is its natural coloured stripes, formed by the combination of minerals present in the earth for thousands of years. Reddish, green, yellow, white and ochre tones create a unique landscape that looks like a natural painting in the middle of the mountains.
During the tour, visitors can enjoy incredible scenery.
Meeting and pickup information
- If your hotel is outside our pickup area due to distance or location, we will wait for you at our meeting point in Cusco’s Plaza de Armas, where our team will be ready to welcome you and start this amazing experience.
- Our staff will be at your hotel 10 minutes before the scheduled time to welcome you and make the pickup. Then, we will board our comfortable tourist transport to start the tour to the mountain of colors and make it in quadricycles.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Vamos Machu Picchu
Accessibility and practical details
- 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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