About this experience
Experience Rainbow Mountain with a professional local team dedicated to making your journey comfortable and unforgettable. Your tour includes experienced bilingual guides, well-organized logistics, scenic Andean landscapes, and carefully planned stops so you can fully enjoy one of Peru’s most spectacular natural wonders.
At a glance
- Duration: 13 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 13 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
- Buffet Lunch after the trek
- Transport from Cusco to the trail head and back
- Traditional Andean Breakfast
Not included
- Entrance Fees of 25 Soles to be paid directly paid to the community (8 USD)
Itinerary and highlights
After early hotel pickup in Cusco, we travel through scenic Andean valleys to the village of Cusipata. Here travelers enjoy a delicious breakfast and a short rest before continuing the journey toward the trailhead of Rainbow Mountain.
We continue driving through the district of Pitumarca toward the starting point of the hike. Along the way travelers enjoy beautiful views of the Vilcanota mountain range and traditional Andean landscapes before beginning the trek.
From the trailhead we begin a moderate hike of approximately one hour to reach Vinicunca, also known as Rainbow Mountain or Montaña de Siete Colores. At the viewpoint travelers can admire the spectacular natural colors created by mineral deposits and enjoy breathtaking views of the Andes and the surrounding Vilcanota mountain range.
After descending from Rainbow Mountain we return to Cusipata where travelers enjoy a buffet lunch before heading back to Cusco.
Meeting and pickup information
- Hotel pickup is available from accommodations located within the historic center of Cusco. If your hotel is located outside the city center or in an area with limited vehicle access, the meeting point will be Plaza de Armas of Cusco, next to the main fountain.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Planet Odysseys
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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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