About this experience
The adventure begins with your transfer from your hotel to the starting point of the hike to the impressive coloured mountain range of Palcoyo. Like the 7-colour mountain of Vinicunca, Palcoyo acquires this colouration due to minerals such as iron, magnesium, calcium, among others, accumulated over millions of years and that nowadays offer a visual spectacle. Unlike Vinicunca, getting to the top of the Palcoyo mountain range is of a moderate level and very accessible since it is a 2-hour walk without significant slopes, reaching a maximum elevation of 4,900 meters above sea level. Upon arrival, enjoy the beautiful view of the mountain range and take some minutes to calmly appreciate the surroundings thanks to the little flow of visitors in the area in comparison with the Vinicunca Mountain. This experience is carried following the established routes and regulations for its conservation, collaborating with the sustainability of this natural wonder.
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 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
- It is recommended to bring local currency (peruvian Sol), for drinks, snacks, tips and souvenirs.
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What is included
- Oxygen balloon and first aid kit.
- Admission to Palcoyo.
- Professional bilingual tour guide (English and Spanish)
- Pickup and drop-off.
- Box lunch.
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Walking sticks.
Itinerary and highlights
Palcoyo is a natural wonder with moderate level and very accesible. The accumulation of minerals during hundreds of thousands of years give it its particular and magical colouration. In the same place there is a stone forest that looks like a geological labyrinth.
Meeting and pickup information
- - Pick-up from hotels located in Cusco downtown.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- LimaTours
Meeting points and locations
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
- Rates do not apply for Peruvians or foreign passengers whose stay exceeded 60 days in Peru because sales taxes are not included in the above total and, if applicable, will be collected by the local operator.
- Dress code: Mid weight thermal underwear tops and bottom, hiking socks (preferably wool), Synthetic or wool hiking pants, polar jacket.
- This activity requires good acclimatization (at least full 48 hours in Cusco downtown altitude)
- It is important to inform us the name of the hotel where you are staying in order to coordinate your activity.
- It is recommended to bring local currency (peruvian Sol), for drinks, snacks, tips and souvenirs.
- Travel accessories: sunglasses and retainer strap, sun block and lip balm, toiletry kit, small washcloth, personal first-aid kit.
- Maximum altitude: Palcoyo 16000 feet | 4880 m a.s.l.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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