Rainbow Mountain Tour: Andes Wildlife and Scenic Hike

Embark on a thrilling day hike from Cusco to Rainbow Mountain, where you’ll encounter Andean wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. Discover ancient glaciers, snow-capped peaks, and herds of alpaca on this unforgettable adventure.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain - This is a fascinating experience to get on as we will visiting one of the mountains which one held a massive amount of ice, over millions of years ago.  Our adventure of the rainbow mountain trek will start at 4:00 am on an incredible 3 ½ hours driving journey crossing land of wild desert landscapes, snow-capped peaks…
What's Included
  • Entrance fees
  • Pickup and drop-off
  • Professional and experienced tour guide
  • Breakfast
  • Box lunch
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

The Rainbow Mountain expedition plunges you into the exotic wildlife of the Andes amidst an awe-inspiring terrain. As part of this expedition, you’ll witness mountains composed of sandy rock, nestled within the Vilcanota Andean range that’s reputed for its numerous snow-clad peaks. The Rainbow Mountain trek is among Peru’s premier attractions of its…

Location
Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain
Cordillera de Vilcanota
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Debrat375
Aug 27, 2025
Outstanding experience - Loved this tour, but you definitely notice the altitudes effect on your breathing, walk slowly and rest often ,we went on a minibus and took advantage of of the motorbikes to get higher (extra cost) the views were amazing rainbow mountain and glaciers just beautiful.Our guide Edward and his colleagues were excellent at organising the bikes and generally keeping an eye on things. There was oxygen available and ambulance just In case of medical emergency, fortunately not needed whilst we were there. Get a photo with some Alpacas with sun glasses , some local food vendors and souvenir sellers. Keep 2 soles for the toilet.
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X5135fhvanessae
Aug 18, 2025
Lots of help to avoid altitude sickness - Our tour guide was Oscar he was great and very supportive. I was one of the slowest and he supported my request for a donkey. He is a fabulous guide and gave us a lot of information before, during and after about altitude sickness
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970brucee
Aug 18, 2025
Oscar the best tour guide - Our tour guide Oscar was fantastic. He gave us excellent commentary and advice on handling the high altitude. I was the slowest in our group during the ascent and Oscar walked with me and encouraged me to take it slowly. He also shared the inhaling liquid to help and assisted my wife to get a horse for the last part of the ascent. You couldn't wipe the smiles off our faces when we made it to the viewing location at 5000m. He is well organised and focused on the safety and enjoyment of his customers. We were with trip a deal and Oscar accompanied us for a very enjoyable week.
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Seaside38599880993
Aug 13, 2025
The place that you are have to be and see all the beautiful nature. Valencia team, driver and tour guides were wonderful - Wonderful experience with the group and my husband, thank goodness for the opportunity and the chance to be part of the great journey
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Pieter_w
Mar 3, 2025
Very nice day trip, the... - Very nice day trip, the walk is not easy on this hight, but doable. The guide Fernando talks good english and was patient and helpfull. The only thing not so nice was they said the entrance fee was not included while it was. The Viator assistance reacted directly and solved the problem.
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Vy160
Jan 2, 2025
Great tour to Rainbow Mountain with Edwardo - Great day out with Edwardo. Our tour group of 10 booked the tour through our tour guide Aldo who arranged the tour just for us. It was a wonderful day. Edwardo was the perfect host. He thought of everything and taught us Spanish along the way. Highly recommend this tour. Breakfast and lunch was great and the experience of being on Rainbow Mountain is incredible. Big thanks to Edwardo and Aldo.
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Relax738788
Sep 26, 2024
Rainbow mountain - once in a life time experience - Amazing day tour, the climb was challenging and rewarding, views are incredible, a must do experience. Well organised tour
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Thomaskurej
Jul 8, 2024
Amazing - and with bonus detour - Another amazing part of Peru’s nature. Rainbow mountain is as spectular as advertised (but also very busy ..) - and do take the small walking detour to see the Red Valley (just as spectacular and very few people). A bit of confusion on the length and requirements of the hike. We ended up with 2.5km up (tough but managable in slow tempo … from 4600m to 5000m) and same down (+ the Red Valley detour). Dora “the explorer” was our very good, caring and enthusiastic guide.
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From $60
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).