Rainbow Mountain Vinicunca Tour (Full day)
Rainbow Mountain Vinicunca Tour (Full day)
Venture to Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain on a full day tour from Cusco. Enjoy a spectacular natural landscape formed by uniquely colored mountains and breathtaking views of the Andes. An unmissable experience for nature and adventure lovers.
Cards
Opciones del Tour
Live an unforgettable adventure in the spectacular Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca), located in the majestic Cordillera Vilcanota, very close to the sacred snow-capped Ausangate (6,377 m), considered an Apu protector of life and guardian of one of the most pristine ecosystems in the world. This trekking experience will allow you to enjoy breathtaking Andean landscapes, glaciers, snow-capped peaks and herds of llamas and alpacas, in a unique natural environment.
We will start with the pick up from your hotel at 3:45 a.m., and then travel approximately 3 hours in private transport through the South Valley, passing through picturesque villages such as Urcos and Quiquijana, until we arrive at Cusipata, where we will enjoy a nutritious breakfast. Afterwards, we will continue to the starting point of the trek at Phulawasipata (4,600 m), from where we can appreciate agricultural terraces, canyons and snow-capped mountains.
Our guide will give an informative talk before starting the hike of approximately 1.5 hours, on a path of moderate ascent. During the tour we will observe South American camelids, high mountain ecosystems and spectacular views of the snow-capped Ausangate.
Around 10:00 a.m. we will arrive at Vinicunca (5,020 m), where you will have free time to admire and photograph this amazing multicolored landscape, which seems to be hand-painted by nature. After enjoying the place, we will begin the descent of approximately 50 minutes to the starting point, where our transportation will be waiting for us to return to Cusipata and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch. Finally we will return to Cusco, arriving at approximately 5:00 p.m., concluding this incredible experience.
A must-see adventure for nature and photography lovers.
Pick up and transfer from hotels located in the center of the city of Cusco.
The service takes place approximately 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time, to guarantee a punctual and organized experience.
What’s Included:
- Pick up from your hotel in Cusco.
- Comfortable and safe tourist transportation.
- Professional bilingual guide (Spanish / English).
- Breakfast in Cusipata.
- Buffet lunch in Cusipata.
- Walking poles for added support.
- Thermal blankets within mobility.
- Entrance ticket to the park.
- First aid kit.
- Oxygen balloon for high altitude assistance.
What’s not included:
- Gratuities.
- Personal expenses.
- Additional beverages.
- Horse rental (optional in case you cannot do the trek): direct payment to the muleteer S/ 90.00 per person.
| ITINERARY | APPROX. TIME |
|---|---|
| 03:45 – 04:15 AM | Pick up from your hotel in Cusco. |
| 04:30 AM | Departure to the town of Cusipata in tourist transport. |
| 06:30 AM | Arrival to Cusipata and energizing breakfast. |
| 06:35 AM | We continue by car to the starting point of the hike. |
| 07:00 AM | Arrival at the trailhead. |
| 08:15 AM | Beginning of the hike (approx. 1 hour and 30 minutes). |
| 08:30 AM | Arrival to Vinicunca – Rainbow Mountain. Explanation of the guide and free time for photos. |
| 10:00 AM | Start of the return walk (approx. 1 hour and 15 minutes). |
| 11:00 AM | Transfer to Cusipata. |
| 12:30 PM | Arrival to Cusipata and buffet lunch. |
| 02:30 PM | Return to Cusco city. |
| 05:00 – 05:30 PM | Arrival to Cusco – End of the tour (Plaza Regocijo). |
Recommendations:
- Small and comfortable backpack to carry the essentials.
- Original passport (essential).
- Warm clothing for the morning and afternoon cold.
- Raincoat or rain poncho.
- Sunglasses for UV protection.
- Trekking pants or comfortable pants for hiking.
- Hiking boots or shoes with good non-slip soles.
- Camera with batteries or spare battery.
- Reusable water bottle to stay hydrated.
- Energy snacks (dried fruits, bars, chocolates, cookies).
Review view + Form
Gran recorrido por las islas
Nos encontramos rápidamente en el aeropuerto por nuestro conductor, Wilson, que hizo que el traslado fuera tan suave como hubiéramos podido esperar. No solo era un gran conductor, compartió mucha información con nosotros sobre el área de Puno. También agradecí el contacto a través de Whatsapp porque había un fallo con el día de recogida correcto. La persona de contacto Titicaca hizo el ajuste y también se registró con nosotros antes de nuestra llegada. Esta empresa tuvo un precio competitivo y prestó un servicio excepcional.
Grand tour of the islands
We were met promptly at the airport by our driver, Wilson, who made the transfer as smooth as we could have hoped for. Not only was he a great driver, he shared a lot of information with us about the Puno area. I also appreciated the contact via Whatsapp because there was a glitch with the correct pick up day. The Titicaca contact person made the adjustment and also checked in with us prior to our arrival. This company was competitively priced and provided exceptional service.
Grande passeio pelas ilhas
Fomos recebidos prontamente no aeroporto pelo nosso motorista, Wilson, que fez o traslado da maneira mais tranquila que poderíamos esperar. Além de ser um ótimo motorista, ele compartilhou conosco muitas informações sobre a região de Puno. Também gostei do contato via Whatsapp, pois houve um problema com o dia correto do embarque. A pessoa de contato da Titicaca fez o ajuste e também se informou conosco antes de nossa chegada. A empresa teve um preço competitivo e prestou um serviço excepcional.
Tour bien organizado desde y hacia el hotel
Todo el recorrido se organizó muy bien. Me dieron el guía de habla inglesa Juan en Bolivia que era de ascendencia Aymara y estaba bien versado en cultura local, historia y rituales, tradiciones y hierbas locales. Toda mi visita a la Isla del sol y a la iglesia de Copacabana fue impecable. Aprecio enormemente cómo se organizó el recorrido sin problemas desde la recogida del hotel hasta todo y la entrega a mi hotel. Este fue mi primer viaje en solitario y me lo hicieron muy cómodo.
Well organized tour to and from the hotel
The whole tour was very well organized. I was given the English speaking guide Juan in Bolivia who was of Aymara descent and was well versed in local culture, history and rituals, traditions and local herbs. My entire visit to Isla del sol and the Copacabana church was flawless. I greatly appreciated how the tour was organized seamlessly from hotel pick up to everything and delivery to my hotel. This was my first solo trip and they made it very comfortable for me.
Passeio bem organizado de e para o hotel
Todo o tour foi muito bem organizado. Na Bolívia, recebi o guia de língua inglesa Juan, que era descendente de aimarás e conhecia bem a cultura, a história, os rituais, as tradições e as ervas locais. Toda a minha visita à Isla del Sol e à igreja de Copacabana foi impecável. Apreciei muito a facilidade com que a excursão foi organizada, desde a coleta no hotel até tudo e a entrega no meu hotel. Essa foi minha primeira viagem solo e eles a tornaram muito confortável.
