The Cusco to Rainbow Mountain Tour is one of the most popular tours in Cusco, Peru. In fact, the tours to Vinicunca Peru are the second most sold tours in Cusco, after the Machu Picchu Tour from Cusco.
Discovered in 2016, Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain was covered under dense snow. When the snow started to melt, the colors started to appear. It soon got all the deserving attention. Vinicunca Peru now receives thousands of visitors each day during the high season, so it’s one of the most famous attractions in Cusco region.
With an elevation of 5040 meters above sea level (16535 ft.), the Cusco to Rainbow Mountain Tour demands good physical condition. It is highly recommended that you spend a few days in Cusco before your full-day tour to avoid altitude sickness.
The trek compliments amazing views of the beautiful landscapes of the Peruvian Andes. The Cusco to Rainbow Mountain Tour takes between 1.5 and 2.5 hours, and it takes you through the highland farms with a sight of the snow-capped peak of the mighty Ausangate Moutain. It is the highest mountain in the region. To locals, it is a sacred Apus (peak).
Our Cusco to Rainbow Mountain Tour takes you through a slightly different path than most others. This will allow you to enjoy the breathtaking views with fewer trekkers alongside.
We have dedicated local tour guides for the trek. As locals, they have in-depth knowledge about the Andean traditions and customs. Our tour guides are also trained in first aid which allows them to give our trekkers immediate attention if they feel altitude sickness.
We operate the Cusco to Rainbow Mountain Tour in Group Services. Do take a moment to check out the reviews of those who visite the Mountain of Seven Colors with us.
If high altitude full-day hike is not your thing then do take a look at our Cusco to Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour itinerary. Also, take a look at our Lake Humantay Day Trip itinerary.
Cusco Hotel Transfer
From 4:00 AM
At 0400 AM, we will be picking you up from your hotel in Cusco. We will then embark on a two hours bus ride through the South Valley of Cusco. Along the way, we will be stopping for breakfast.
From the starting point of the trek, it normally takes about two hours to reach the summit.
Apu Vinicunca, Rainbow Mountain Peru nestles at 5100 metres above sea level (16732 feet). The hike up offers enhancing views of the beautiful landscapes.
You will also hike through Peruvian highland farms where you will get to see many llamas and Alpacas. You will get acquainted with the Andean way of life.
If you are not feeling keen on hiking, you can ride a horse. At the base camp there are locals with their horses, you can negotiate a price and ride on one to the top.
From the summit of Apu Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain, you will get a closer look at the Sacred Ausangate Peak. This is the tallest and the most sacred Andean peak.
Once you have had your fill of the Rainbow Mountains, you will start the descent until getting back to the bus.
You will return by bus to Ccolca and have lunch there. After lunch, the bus drive will continue for 2 more hours until arriving at Cusco at 4pm – 5pm.
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