RAINBOW MOUNTAIN CUSCO | VINICUNCA FULL DAY TREKKING

OVERVIEW

Peru’s Rainbow Mountain, also known as Vinicunca, is a marbled masterpiece of oranges, yellows, reds, and dusky pinks. This Andean peak has rapidly become one of Cusco’s main attractions after Machu Picchu. Once inaccessible to tourists, Rainbow Mountain is now open to everyone with an adventurous spirit and the desire to see what looks like a painted prism perched right at the top of the world.

 

Rainbow Mountain spectacular colouration is the result of a combination of erosion and dense mineral deposits. Iron oxide and sulfide make up its bright bands. Unfortunately, the only reason we can see this pigmented peak is global warming. Elders who live in a village near the mountain say it was covered in glacial snow, but that’s since melted, exposing the rainbow below. Enjoy the excursion to the rainbow mountain trek.

Duration

1 Day

Destination

Cusco

ITINERARY

CUSCO – CUSIPATA – RAINBOW MOUNTAIN
  • Pick up in Cusco.

    • Early Morning Pickup: Wake up early between 4:30 am and 5:00 am.
    • Our team will pick you up directly from your hotel.
    • south of Cusco. Marvel at the picturesque views along the way.

  • Breakfast in Cusipata

    • Arrive in the town of Cusipata (3,329m / 12,772 ft.) and have an energizing breakfast to prepare for hiking.

  • Begin the Ascent:

    • Start the ascent in Phulawasipata, which will take approximately 2 hours.

  • Rainbow Mountain

    • Rainbow Mountain Trek at 5,020 meters (16,470 ft).
    • Reach the top of Rainbow Mountain and take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding red mountains, valleys, and Ausangate Glacier Peak.
    • Learn about the composition of these mountains and their vibrant colors.

  • Descent and Return:

    • Begin the descent with a 1.5-hour downhill hike to Phuluwasipata.

  • Return to Cusco:

    • After lunch, we will head back to Cusco city, arriving at approximately 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm.

IMPORTAND INFORMATION:

Please note that this itinerary is for a Rainbow Mountain Trek and covers the main highlights of the day trip.

INCLUSIONS

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PRICES

Special Price

$ 24
  • The lowest price guaranteed
  • Real local operator (cusco)
  • English, Spanish
30% off
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HOW TO BOOK

FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE STEPS:

  1. First select the best tour for you.
  2. Fill in “Book Online” FORM, select the date, and complete the booking information. Have one person fill it out for the entire group to ensure you’re booked together.
  3. Make a payment online using any debit or credit card, Our system will charge you 100% in advance of the total number of passengers.
  4. When you complete your payment, you will receive an email from our reservations staff, who will ask you for the following information.
  • Name of the hotel/hostal/apartament
  • Exact address of your accommodation

STUDENT DISCOUNT

Student Discount:
There are NO student discounts on all day tours and transportation only.

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We have a wide multimedia gallery where you can see photos of our groups of passengers on adventure routes such as the Salkantay Trekking of 4 and 5 Days as well. One of the most famous routes that is Machu Picchu by Bus (Acceso Amazonico) for 2 and 3 Days in addition to one day tours such as the Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

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