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.
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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
Una experiencia peruana única
Reservé este tour a última hora en el sitio de Viator. Pensamos que el tour era excelente relación calidad-precio. Nos recogieron en nuestro hotel. Estuve en contacto con Ronald a través de whatsup, él es muy organizado y contestado rápidamente. Nuestro guía era Yeferson. Él es conocedor, habla muy buen inglés y entregó la historia con un buen sentido del humor. Yeferson es una delicia absoluta y no podríamos haber deseado una mejor guía. Disfrutamos del viaje en barco a las islas y recomendamos este tour encarecidamente.
A unique Peruvian experience
I booked this tour at the last minute on the Viator site. We thought the tour was excellent value for money. We were picked up at our hotel. I was in contact with Ronald via whatsup, he is very organized and answered quickly. Our guide was Yeferson. He is knowledgeable, speaks very good English and delivered the story with a good sense of humor. Yeferson is an absolute delight and we could not have wished for a better guide. We enjoyed the boat trip to the islands and highly recommend this tour.
Uma experiência peruana única
Reservei esse passeio de última hora no site da Viator. Achamos que o passeio tinha uma excelente relação custo-benefício. Fomos buscados em nosso hotel. Entrei em contato com Ronald via whatsup, ele é muito organizado e respondeu rapidamente. Nosso guia foi Yeferson. Ele é bem informado, fala inglês muito bem e contou a história com um bom senso de humor. Yeferson é absolutamente encantador e não poderíamos ter desejado um guia melhor. Gostamos muito da viagem de barco para as ilhas e recomendamos muito esse passeio.
Gran tour al Cañón del Colca
Gran opción para conocer el sur de Perú. Las vistas son increíbles y los guías turísticos son educados y conocedores. En general, se recomienda la experiencia.
Hotel en Chivay era bueno, así como todas las comidas proporcionadas. La cena en Chivay fue divertida con la música y bailes tradicionales. La visita al baño termal fue genial.
Cuidado que no es tan fácil ver volar a los cóndores, solo vimos uno.
Colca Canyon Grand Tour
Great option to get to know the south of Peru. The views are amazing and the tour guides are polite and knowledgeable. Overall, highly recommend the experience.
Hotel in Chivay was good as well as all meals provided. Dinner in Chivay was fun with traditional music and dancing. The visit to the thermal bath was great.
Beware that it is not so easy to see condors flying, we only saw one.
Excursão ao Grand Canyon do Colca
Ótima opção para você conhecer o sul do Peru. As vistas são incríveis e os guias turísticos são educados e bem informados. No geral, recomendo muito a experiência.
O hotel em Chivay era bom, assim como todas as refeições fornecidas. O jantar em Chivay foi divertido, com música e dança tradicionais. A visita ao banho termal foi ótima.
Cuidado com o fato de que não é tão fácil ver os condores voando, só vimos um.
