Rainbow Mountain, also known as Vinicunca, is a geological treasure located just 170 kilometers southwest of Cusco, in the heart of the longest mountain range on the planet, the Peruvian Andes. This place, which seems to have been painted by nature itself, offers an explosion of colors that challenges the imagination and immerses us in an almost artistic beauty.
The road to Vinicunca is a trek that lasts between 4 and 6 hours, depending on the pace of the walk. For about 12 kilometers (round trip), we crossed impressive landscapes, observing the life of local shepherds and native fauna, such as llamas and alpacas.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Certified guide
✔ Lunch
✔ Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off (only hotels located in the pick-up area)
✔ Walking stick
✔ Breakfast
✖ Entrance fee to rainbow mountain ($9 per person, approx.)
Departure & Return
Departure:
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Move to the center of the square, our guide will call you by your name once the transport is there
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
Cusco
Early pickup from Cusco city, heading to the restaurant in Cusipata town. (2 hours driving).
2
Cusipata
Arrival to Cusipata town, In this place we will have breakfast before continuing the trip to the rainbow mountain.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Rainbow Mountain Peru
At arrival to the base camp, we will start the hike of 2 hours and 30 minutes to the The Rainbow Mountain, it is a stunning destination that offers a unique experience for adventurous travelers. Located in the Cusco region, this natural wonder has become one of the most photographed places in Peru thanks to its vibrant colors, which are the result of various minerals that stain the mountain slopes. At arrival to Rainbow mountain we will have 1 hour free to make pictures.
Then continue back to the base camp (2 hours hike).
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Cusipata
On return, we have lunch in Cusipata Town before continue back to Cusco city.
Duration: 60 minutes
5
Cusco
Arrival to Cusco (17:00 approx) and drop off in downtown.
Additional info
• 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
• Due to the remoteness of the attraction, most of the day will be spent travelling
• Not recommended for infants
