About this experience
The surface of Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain is covered with vivid colors, unusual in the Andes. The mountain displays green, blue, purple and red tones, which create a otherworldly environment. The trek to this strange looking place takes visitors through typical Andean sceneries, full of alpacas, llamas and some local farms.
At a glance
- Duration: 13 hr–14 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 13 hr–14 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
What is included
- Bilingual guide (English-Spanish)
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Breakfast
- First-aid kit and oxygen
Not included
- Any personal expenses
- Travel Insurance
- Walking Pole set
- Entrance Tickets
Itinerary and highlights
We will pick you up from your Cusco hotel at 5:00 am. Then we will drive to the town of Cusipata, located in the South Valley of Cusco, where we will have breakfast. Then we will drive for around a hour to the starting point of our adventure.
The trek to Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain is full of amazing landscapes. You will see some highland farms scattered around the place, with numerous herds of llamas and alpacas.
After hiking for almost 3 hours, we will reach the summit of the Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain. Its colorful appearance contrasts with the surrounding areas. Experts affirm that the colors of Vinicunca come from mineral deposits which were lay up by the nearby glaciers. According to the locals, in the past Vinicunca was under a thick layer of snow, and just in recent years its unusual colors became visible.
After spending some time, we will go back to Cusipata, where we will have lunch. Finally, we will back at Cusco at around 6:30 pm.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Samex Tours Perú Travel Agency
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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