About this experience
Around 100 km southeast of Cusco, rests one of the most beautiful wonders of nature: the 7 colour Mountain. This place, also known as the Rainbow Mountain, has an altitude of 5,200 metres above sea level. You are picked up from the hotel early in the morning and transferred to Quesoyuni. Visit Japura on the way, a small Andean community and have breakfast there. Hike towards Kairawiri, starting point of the trek to the impressive 7-Colour Mountain. Enjoy the natural spectacle that you have in front as well as the imposing mountains that also fill the landscape with colour. The trek is surrounded by beautiful sceneries of the Andes and guarded by the majestic Ausangate Mountain, one of the most important mountains of Cusco, considered a sacred entity since the times of the Incas. Once you reach the viewpoint of the 7 colour Mountain, appreciate the surroundings from up high. After the visit head down to Kairawiri to have a box lunch. Return to Cusco and transfer to the hotel.
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
- Private experience
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
- It is recommended to bring local currency (peruvian Sol), for drinks, snacks, tips, souvenirs and for horseback riding service, if you require it.
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What is included
- Admission to Vinicunca
- Professional bilingual tour guide (English and Spanish)
- Pickup and drop-off.
- Breakfast and lunch
- Oxygen balloon and first aid kit
Not included
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
Itinerary and highlights
You will witness amazing Andean landscapes that surround one of the greatest visual experiences to be found in the heart of the Inca Empire: Vinicunca, the 7 colour mountain. Its stripes of various colors is due to its composition of minerals located on the slopes and peaks.
Meeting and pickup information
- - Pick-up from hotels located at Cusco Historic Center.
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.
- Travel accessories: sunglasses and retainer strap, sun block and lip balm, toiletry kit, small washcloth, personal first-aid kit, hand sanitizer gel.
- It is recommended to bring local currency (peruvian Sol), for drinks, snacks, tips, souvenirs and for horseback riding service, if you require it.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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