In this Rainbow Mountain tour we will discover two of the most impressive attractions of Peru! Its growing popularity over the last year has brought flocks of travelers from all over the world to admire its beauty. But! That’s where we are different. Instead of arriving with hundreds of other travelers, we make it a mission to be one of the first groups to reach the summit. Book now!
Are you not good at hiking? No problem! In addition to being able to rent horses, there is 1 option:
Palccoyo Hike Tour the Rainbow Mountain Alternative, and the new route to Vinicunca Classic tour facilitating at least 50% of the trek! (Available at the same price).
Duration
14 Hours
Type Trip
Active & Trekking
Group Size
Private or 6 Max
Languages
Eng. Esp. Fr.
Season
Year Around
Difficulty
Moderate
2:30h
Route to Rainbow Mountain! Your VSA mountain guide will pick you up at your hotel between the hours of 2:15 am and 2:30 am, for a 3 hour trip via private van to the start of the trail. Upon arriving, you will be served a local Peruvian breakfast prepared by our local chef to get your energy up for our day ahead!
5:30h
Our day will consist of a 2.5-hour hike and is a distance of 6 kilometers (3.7 miles). roughout your journey you will pass through a vibrant green valley with the snow-capped peak of Ausangate towering in the distance. You will see hundreds of roaming alpacas, and have the chance to truly see how Quechua people live. As you get closer to Rainbow Mountain you will begin to see the first signs of the colored minerals that formed the painted hills. Your guide will explain what makes up the existence of Rainbow Mountain and how it was formed, and finally, with one last push, you will hike up to a vantage point that gives you a 360-degree view of the beautiful landscape that makes up the sacred land.
7:30h
We will have snacks on top and take a relaxing break to soak up the vistas, where you can enjoy the beauty that surrounds you. At this time you can also enjoy some coca tea that the locals prepare for visitors.
10:00h
Discover the Red Valley! We’ll visite Mars, a unique setting, perfect for those epic Instagram photos
11:00h
After about an hour you will embark on your hike back to the trailhead (1.5 hours), where you will have a gourmet lunch prepared by our chef in a traditional mud-house and depart back to Cusco. Arriving in Cusco around 4:30 pm.
Meals Included: Buffet local Breakfast and Lunch
Day 1: Sunrise at Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain – Red Valley
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Starts at: Cusco
Ends in: Cusco
Total Hiking: 6km/4miles – 3hr hiking (roundtrip)
Altitude: 4450m (14,600 ) – 5035m (16,520 )
Alpaca fields
Views of the Ausangate Snow Mountain
Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain
Red Valley
Looking for more inspiration? Visit our gallery: Experience Peru. Before taking our rainbow mountain tour you should take into count the following information:
The best time to visit Peru’s Rainbow Mountain is between April and November, when most weather conditions are ideal for hiking the trail.
The rainy season at Peru’s Rainbow Mountain begins in December and ends in March. During this time, temperatures are typically colder, with average highs of around 20C/68F and lows of around 8C/46F. The trails can become slippery or flooded in places due to rain and snowfall, making it less ideal for hiking. It is recommended to wear waterproof gear and take extra safety precautions while trekking during this season.
Entrance fees vary depending on tours starting from US$30 per person up until US$80 per person depending on tour packages being offered by various operators around Cusco region and beyond while taking into account certain additional benefits (eg.: provided transportation/meals etc.).
It's important to bring appropriate clothing and gear when visiting Rainbow Mountain. This includes hiking boots, layers of warm clothing, sunscreen and sunglasses, hat or cap, and plenty of water.
There are no restrooms along the hike but some rest stops are available along specific points of interest with basic restroom facilities available for use during your trek up or downhill from Rainbow Mountain peak.
Visiting Rainbow Mountain is rewarding because of its unique, colorful landscape. The region near Rainbow Mountain is mountainous with rolling hills, forests and a few small lakes.
Keep your valuables safe and sound! Whether you're on the transport, or out camping, always be aware of where you leave your things and remember to take them with you when you leave. You're solely responsible for your belongings during the tour, please keep an eye out and don't let anything get left behind!
14 Hours
Peru
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Best price. Select # travelers w/ preferential discounts
$289.00 /person
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From the time we arrived in Peru until the last minute that we stayed there, we were taken good care of by the VSA team! Loved how tailor-made their services are, custom-made to the time we had in Peru and the places we most wanted to experience. I look forward to visiting South America again and knowing VSA will be there to take care of absolutely everything makes us more at ease to travel there.
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