Full Day Rainbow Mountain Excursion: Experience Hiking in Cordillera Vilcanota

Embark on an unforgettable full day excursion to Rainbow Mountain in Cordillera Vilcanota. Hike through stunning landscapes, encounter llamas and alpacas, and witness the sacred Ausangate mountain. Experience the beauty of Peru like never before!

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Cusco - start piont
  • Vinicunca Mountain - - We will pick you up at your respective hotel at 4:30 AM, and then begin our incredible adventure driving 2 hours in our mobility through the South Valley until we reach the town of Cusipata, where we will enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast, then we will continue our Travel to the trailhead (4,326m / 14,189ft.) where the last reaches will be given to finally begin a walk of approximately 2 hours for a moderate climb.
  • At approximately 10:30 we will arrive at our destination called Vinicunca or the Rainbow Mountain (5,020 m / 16,466 ft.). Here you will have enough time to enjoy this unique landscape than geography.
  • After our visit to the mountain of colors we will return to the starting point, where our private transport will be waiting to take us back to the town of Cusipata, where we will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, and after a short break we will undertake the return trip to Cusco arriving at approximately 4:30 pm.
  • Cusco - When you return, the mobility will leave you around the main square
What's Included
  • Pick up from the Hotel city center
  • Oxygen assistance
  • Lunch included
  • Walking sticks provided
  • Breakfast included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Professional tour guide (English/Spanish)
What's Not Included
  • entrances
Additional Information

It is an impressive day of hiking in the Cordillera Vilcanota, ‘which is very close to the highest and sacred mountain in the South of Peru called the Ausangate (6,377mts). This ‘Apu’ bearer of life is the Guardian of one of the most pristine ecosystems in the world. Thus, our walk will be accompanied by snow-capped peaks, glaciers, herds of llamas and alpacas. This hike offers a selection of wildlife and very impressive landscapes. This will probably be one of the best things you will see in your visit to Peru.

  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Location
Cusco
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Dieselfiree
Aug 31, 2024
Fantastic experience with Heber Forever - Awesome trip! The pick up was very punctual, and The guide, Heber Forever, was fantastic in giving very clear instructions and explanations. The climb up wa crazy but we'll worth the journey. The Thing that Heber sprays on your hand ahead of the climb for you to smell to prevent altitude sickness no doubt helped! Thanks very much for the great day trip!
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Deepan_s
Aug 31, 2024
Just do it - It was worth the hike But this hike is not for everyone, the hike starts at 15000 feet and we need to hike 3 miles to 16500 feet. Breathing was the biggest challenge Getting down was easy Food was good and transport was comfortable Only feedback to the tour company, try to be more punctual with pick up time
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564addisf
Aug 30, 2024
Awesome guides - Fantastic experience, amazing guides! Very friendly, great conversation, great tour. Our group included people with different levels of high altitude experience and they worked well with all of us. Everyone should see rainbow mountain, and when they see it, these are the best guides to book with!
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Sanela_v
Aug 29, 2024
Fun, fun, fun - The entire tour was fun. Alex was very nice and knowledgeable. Probably my favorite your so far. He made sure we were all taken care of and nobody left behind while hiking. He had great team spirit. The tour was cheap and I wasn’t sure if it would be good. Yet, it was my favorite one. Lunch and breakfast were also good
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A6446jcleighh
Aug 29, 2024
Great experience at rainbow mountain - Heber was a great guide! Very fun and kind and took awesome pictures! He speaks perfect Spanish and English. Would recommend him to anyone.
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Q1417zverict
Aug 29, 2024
Rainbow Mountain Day Trip - Enjoyed a fantastic day visiting Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) from Cusco. Heber Forever was a great guide, explaining the history of the mountain, and also ensuring everyone had a safe and enjoyable hike to the peak. I would 100% recommend this tour to anyone visiting Cusco, Peru.
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Jennie
Aug 28, 2024
Fabulous! - What an experience. Would recommend the horse ride up (70 soles) as it made the final climb much easier. The altitude is tricky so make sure you prepare but well worth it.
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53n_ilaq
Aug 27, 2024
Amazing. - The landscapes are beautiful and the experience got even better with the support of the Guide Herbert, super attentive and even took several amazing photos of ours. Very good! Recommend
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David_m
Aug 27, 2024
Recommend rainbow mountain - even with kids, tour was great. - Recommend rainbow mountain - even with kids Tour was great. Went to rainbow mountain with kids, 10yo and 9yo girls. They're accustomed to long hikes but the altitude made a bit of a difference on this one. Wally as a tour guide was great. Was really positive and encouraged us to go to the top while still at our own pace. We did what he said and we were definitely glad we didn't wait in line in the 2 picture spots as there were lots of great picture spots that were better. We chatted and he shared some of where he was from, about the region, etc. Was really interesting! breakfast before and lunch after. My daughter wasn't feeling well and she stayed up with him for the drive back (long drives and unfinished roads - but don't let that deter you!). She stated (without being asked) that he took really good care of her, kept checking in make she okay, and was all round great. There were horse offerings to go up that sounded to be reasonable (10 or 15usd? Can't recall). There's water to be bought on the way up if you don't have enough. Overall great trip. Thanks, wally!
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Andreacb822au
Aug 24, 2024
Excellent rainbow mountain tour 🌈 - Great tour with our Guide Alex! Good atmosphere, stunning place with amazing views and many alpacas, highly recommend it!!
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