Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain

The hike to Rainbow Mountain is one of the impossible tours to miss in Cusco, with this full day tour you will be able to know the beauty of this wonder and all the landscapes that are on the way. Therefore, we recommend you to enjoy this adventure without worries and leave everything in our hands!

• Departures: Every day.
• Duration: One day (5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).
• Maximum altitude: 7 Colores Mountain (5,100 masl/ 16,732 ft).
• Distance of the hike: 7 km.
• Hiking time: 4 hours.
• Difficulty level: Medium.
• Type of tour: Hiking/Trekking.
• Group size: Less than 18 people per group.
• Location: Canchis and Quispicanchi.

SHORT ITINERARY

Cusco - Cusipata - LLacto - Rainbow Mountain - Cusco

• Pick up from your hotel.
• Transfer to Cusipata town. Duration: 2 hours.
• Breakfast in Cusipata.
• Transfer to the town of Llacto. Duration: 1 hour.
• Beginning of the trek from Llacto to the 7 Colors Mountain. Duration: 2 hours.
• Return from the 7 Colors Mountain to Llacto. Duration: 2 hours.
• Transfer in tourist transport from Llacto to Cusipata.
• Lunch in Cusipata.
• Return to Cusco in tourist transport.

Note: The times indicated are only for reference.

We will start with the tour very early in the morning, picking you up from your hotel at the agreed time, to go in our tourist transport to the South Valley of Cusco. In this journey of almost two hours we will enjoy the first views of the Andean landscapes and the small villages along the way. We will arrive at the Cusipata town(3,310 meters above sea level) to have an energizing breakfast that will allow us to have the strength to make the trek.

We will continue the trip in our transport for another hour until we reach the Llacto village(4,630 masl). This is the starting point of our trek and therefore of our adventure. We will hike for two hours to the vinicunca Rainbow Mountain (5,200 masl). This trail is surrounded by immense mountains, colorful vegetation and snow-capped peaks, such as the Apu Ausangate (6,384 masl). In addition, on the way you will meet the local people who preserve their traditions and wear multicolored clothes. Something that will not be missing in this tour are the fluffy alpacas and llamas that are always curiously watching the visitors.

When we arrive at the slopes of the 7 Colors Mountain, you will begin to notice the intensity of the natural tones that are accentuated in this area, indicating that we are already very close to our destination. Once at the top, you will feel that the hike has been worth it. In this place you will have time to enjoy this natural wonder surrounded by landscapes that highlight its beauty and that will allow you to take unique photographs.

After having lived this experience of observing this visual spectacle, we will hike back for two hours to LLacto village. We will continue in our transportation to Cusipata, where we will enjoy a delicious lunch, and take a short rest. Then we will board our transport to return to Cusco.

Note: 

• To avoid trekking fatigue. There is the option of renting horses.
• The times indicated are for reference only.

OPTIONAL-RED VALLEY

We leave you this option that you can add to the tour of the 7 Colors Mountain hike. 

PRIVATE SERVICE:

RED VALLEY VIEWPOINT

This is one of the visual attractions that has become very popular in recent years. Being a set of mountains and small streams that have an intense natural reddish coloration contrasting with the immense green or yellow grasslands depending on the season. It is visited by few people, which will allow you to enjoy more of this place.

In order to get to know this area, you take another route back from the Vinicunca Mountain, making a hike of less than 40 minutes. After visiting the Red Valley (5,020 meters above sea level), you continue with the return way  that corresponds to the usual tour.

For more information about these options, please contact us. We will be happy to customize your trip: 

HIGHLIGHTS

Multicolored landscapes

On our hike we will be able to appreciate the variety of scenery that the Cusco Andes offer us. We will find gigantic snow-capped mountains, mountains adorned with colorful vegetation, streams, creeks and more.

The Rainbow Mountain or Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain

This wonder is the protagonist of the tour. Although many claim that you can see up to 10 colors in this mountain, the truth is that you can appreciate this striking natural coloration very similar to that of a rainbow reflected on the earth.

Fauna

The most curious and adorable companions of this trip are the alpacas and llamas. You will be able to see many of them along the way, even in large groups, which will allow you to appreciate the variety of colors in their fur.

INCLUDED:

• Pick up from your hotel.
• Transfer in tourist transport Cusco - Llacto - Cusco.
• Professional bilingual guide (Spanish and English).
• 1 breakfast.
• 1 lunch.
• First aid kit, including oxygen.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Entrance fee to the 7 Colors Mountain.
• Horse rental (its use is optional). Average cost: 80.00 soles.
• Tips.
• Travel insurance.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

What should we bring for our trip?

In our trekking to the Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain, we can find varied climates for that reason we recommend you to bring:

General:

• Passport or Identification Document.
• Trekking shoes
• Light backpack to carry personal belongings. Preferably with rain protection.
• Cell phone/camera.
• Portable charger.
• Personal snacks (water, dried fruits, etc.).
• Personal medications.

For the cold or rain:

• Warm clothing: Warm jacket, Tshirt and pants, gloves, socks, etc.
• Waterproof clothing/rain poncho.

For sun:

• Sunscreen.
• Sunglasses.
• Hat.

RECOMMENDATIONS

Here are, some recommendations to consider before your tour to the Rainbow Mountain:

• We recommend you to be acclimatized to the altitude of Cusco before doing this tour. You must be at least two days in the city. You can previously do other tours such as the City tour, Machu Picchu or Sacred Valley.
• We will pick you up very early in the morning from your hotel and hike for approximately 4 hours. For that reason, we recommend that the day before the trip you avoid drinking alcoholic beverages or partying.
• The hike to the mountain has a medium difficulty. For this reason, there is the option of renting horses to avoid fatigue, the locals provide this service.
• This tour is recommended for people over 8 years old and under 60 years old.
• This tour is not recommended for people with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.

Group service: 45 usd per person,  you wil join a group tour, it could be bilingual languaje

Private service: the price depend of the number of people.