About this experience
Explore the Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) in a different way, combining adventure, Andean landscapes, and the comfort of a private service. On this tour, you will travel part of the way in ATV through the impressive Vilcanota mountain range region and, subsequently, continue on foot to the mountain viewpoint.
The experience begins with private transportation from your hotel in Cusco and accompaniment by a private professional guide throughout the tour. Before starting the ATV tour, you will receive the necessary instructions to drive the vehicle safely.
The ATV tour lasts approximately 30 minutes, reducing part of the hike. Afterward, it will be necessary to walk for approximately 20 minutes to the Colors Mountain viewpoint. The final stretch begins at approximately 5,000 meters in altitude, while the highest point of the mountain reaches about 5,200 meters above sea level.
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
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What is included
- Buffet breakfast.
- Prior training with our specialized guide.
- A bottle of water.
- Certified professional guide, specialized in adventure tours and ATV experiences.
- One ATV per person.
- Professional and qualified driver for long-distance trips.
- A safety helmet.
- Round trip transportation from your hotel, located in the Historic Center of Cusco, for the tour.
- First aid kit.
- Vehicle with air conditioning.
- Professional tourist guide, certified and specialized in trekking, private service.
- Buffet lunch.
- Comfortable transport.
- Satellite internet connection via Starlink onboard.
- Blanket for the cold available in the vehicle.
Not included
- Tips, at each traveler's discretion.
- Meals or beverages not mentioned.
- Entry to the Seven Colors Mountain is not included in the tour.
Itinerary and highlights
We will pick you up early in the morning at your hotel in Cusco. The journey from Cusco to Seven Colors Mountain takes approximately 2.5 hours. Thirty minutes before arriving at the start point of the quad bike tour and the hike, we will have breakfast in a cozy restaurant between the mountains.
Before starting the tour, the guides will give you some useful tips so you can walk safely to the top of the mountain. We will ride the quad bikes for approximately 30 minutes; however, we will stop before the final part of the hike and continue the remaining stretch on foot. The hike will start at 5,000 meters above sea level, which is why we need to take it calmly and advance slowly.
Once at the top of the mountain, he will realize that all the effort was worth it! The guides will explain the origin of the mountain and give you free time so that you can fully appreciate this natural wonder.
After a day full of adventure, it’s time for a well-deserved lunch. The return to the start point will take approximatelymenAfter a day full of adventure, it is time for a well-deserved lunch. Return to the start point will take about 1 hour. We have selected a restaurant where you can taste the best of Peruvian cuisine. Once all activities are completed, we will return to Cusco. Return transfer will be to your accommodation.te 1 hour. We have selected a restaurant where you can taste the best of Peruvian cuisine. Once all activities are completed, we will return to Cusco. Return transfer will be to your accommodation.
Meeting and pickup information
- • We offer pickup service in various locations within the central zone of Cusco. • If your accommodation is not on the list or is outside the transfer route, we will indicate a nearby meeting point. • You will receive the confirmed pickup schedule after making your reservation via WhatsApp. • This is a private service, without the participation of other travelers in your group.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Viagens Machu Picchu
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
- The hike starts at approximately 5,000 meters (16,400 feet) above sea level and requires good physical condition.
- We recommend that travelers be properly acclimatized to the altitude before undertaking this experience.
- Travelers must have good physical condition to do the hike.
- Children cannot drive the ATV and must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
- Each participant who drives an ATV will receive safety instructions and basic driving instructions before the start of the activity.
- We recommend wearing comfortable and warm clothing, appropriate footwear for walking, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat or cap, in addition to bringing water.
- We recommend consulting a doctor before the trip if you have any health condition that may interfere with the activity.
- Not recommended for people with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
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• If your accommodation is not on the list or is outside the transfer route, we will indicate a nearby meeting point.
• You will receive the confirmed pickup schedule after making your reservation via WhatsApp.
• This is a private service, without the participation of other travelers in your group.
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