Full-Day Tour and Hike to Rainbow Mountain from Cusco, Peru
Embrace the beauty of nature as you embark on a full-day tour from Cusco, Peru, and embark on a 7-kilometer (5-mile) hike to Rainbow Mountain. This immersive experience allows you to connect with extraordinary landscapes alongside a knowledgeable local guide.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Cusco, Cusco, Cusco Region
Pickups are done within the historic center of Cusco. between 4:00am to 4:30am However, if your location is far from the designated pickup area, our team will provide you with a nearby location for the pickup to take place.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Cusipata, Cusipata, Cusco Region
After a comfortable 2-hour drive, you will reach Cusipata, where a stop will be made for a hearty breakfast and an opportunity to purchase water and snacks for the trek ahead.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Vinicunca Mountain, Peru
After breakfast, you'll continue for approximately one more hour to reach the starting point of the hike, located at 4,900 meters above sea level. The 4-kilometer trek to Rainbow Mountain will take you through a mix of flat and uphill terrain, providing a diverse hiking experience.
As you make your way along the trail, you will be treated to breathtaking views and the chance to encounter wild alpacas, llamas, and vicuñas, adding an element of wildlife appreciation to your adventure. Upon reaching the summit at 5,010 meters, you will have some well-deserved free time to rest and, if weather conditions permit, take in the awe-inspiring panoramic vistas of Rainbow Mountain.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Cusipata, Cusipata, Cusco Region
Afterward, you will descend for approximately one hour, returning to the starting point. From there, transportation will be arranged to take you back to Cusipata, where a delicious local lunch will be awaiting you.
Duration: 40 minutes
Pass By: Cusco, Cusco, Cusco Region
After buffet lunch, you will be on the journey back to Cusco, arriving at around 3:30 to 4:00pm ending the tour in the city center of cusco.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Optional horse hire for an additional fee"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Start Time:
04:30 AM
Duration: 14 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
If you are staying in an Airbnb, a private apartment, or a hotel located outside the historic center of Cusco, kindly inform us of your accommodation details. We will then provide you with the necessary information regarding the meeting point for your pick-up.
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.