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Rainbow Mountain Trek: Andes' Colorful Peaks
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21 Ratings
Cusco
Embark on a breathtaking day-trip to Vinicunca, the Rainbow Mountain in Peru. Marvel at the vibrant colors and stunning landscapes of Ausangate, a must-visit destination in South America.
Embark on a breathtaking day-trip to Vinicunca, the Rainbow Mountain in Peru. Marvel at the vibrant colors and stunning landscapes of Ausangate, a must-visit destination in South America.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Cusco - In the early morning, the operator will pick up guests from their hotel between 4:20 a.m. and 4:50 a.m. to start the journey to the Vinicunca base.
- Cusipata - On the way, there will be a stop of around 40 minutes in the town of Cusipata for breakfast.
- Vinicunca Mountain - Upon arrival at the base, guests will experience cold…
- Cusco - In the early morning, the operator will pick up guests from their hotel between 4:20 a.m. and 4:50 a.m. to start the journey to the Vinicunca base.
- Cusipata - On the way, there will be a stop of around 40 minutes in the town of Cusipata for breakfast.
- Vinicunca Mountain - Upon arrival at the base, guests will experience cold weather, so wearing warm clothing is recommended. The guide will provide essential information for climbing to the mountain’s summit. The ascent takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes and requires significant physical effort, so being in good physical condition is advised. Throughout the walk, a guide will accompany the group, offering insights about the tour. If the hike becomes too challenging, there is an option to rent a horse from the local mountain residents, payable in cash (this service is not included in the package). Once at the summit, at 5,036 meters above sea level, guests can enjoy a breathtaking view. Afterward, they will descend back to the base for lunch before returning to Cusco.
- Cusipata - After completing the hike, guests will be taken back to Cusipata for a lunch break of about 1 hour. Following lunch, the journey back to Cusco will continue.
- Cusco - Tour concludes.
What's Included
- Transport
- Guide
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- All fees and/or taxes
- Entrance Tickets
- Transport
- Guide
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- All fees and/or taxes
- Entrance Tickets
What's Not Included
- Services not specified
- Travel insurance
- Horse Rental in case the road becomes very demanding for you.
- Services not specified
- Travel insurance
- Horse Rental in case the road becomes very demanding for you.
Additional Information
Discover Vinicunca, also known as the Mountain of Colors or Rainbow Mountain, where vibrant red, ochre, turquoise, and green hues adorn the Andes at an elevation of over 5,200 meters. Embark on a high-altitude trek from Cusco in just one day, and be rewarded with a breathtaking geological wonder. The service is seamless: enjoy early pick-up from your…
Discover Vinicunca, also known as the Mountain of Colors or Rainbow Mountain, where vibrant red, ochre, turquoise, and green hues adorn the Andes at an elevation of over 5,200 meters. Embark on a high-altitude trek from Cusco in just one day, and be rewarded with a breathtaking geological wonder. The service is seamless: enjoy early pick-up from your hotel, comfortable tourist transport, and a return to the city center without any transfers. With a professional bilingual guide, receive personalized attention, insights into the mineral formations, and support during the three-hour hike. If the altitude becomes challenging, local villagers offer optional horse rides. The tour includes a complimentary energy breakfast, buffet lunch, and oxygen, allowing you to focus on capturing stunning Andean landscapes, herds of llamas, and nearby glaciers. Return to Cusco with the satisfaction of having conquered one of Peru’s most photographed natural viewpoints.
Location
Plaza Kusipata
If it is not possible to pick you up from your hotel or you prefer to go to a meeting point, we will pick you up at Plaza Regocijo, one block from Plaza de Armas.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(21 Ratings)
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Mrt45
Jan 24, 2025
Most of the best tour you can do. - A magical and amazing tour, the agency staff provided us with everything we needed to make it amazing, from cold blankets, oxygen, canes, support from the guide and his assistant.
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Marianneb723
Aug 6, 2024
They're excellent. Recommended 100% - Cheers! I hope you will be well when you receive this message. We would like to express our sincerest thanks for the excellent service we received from you, Eco Tours. From the beginning to the end of the process, everything has been handled Pro and efficiently.
We especially appreciate the personalized attention and care in every detail. Your concern before the situations and your communication with us. Thanks to your dedication, our travel experience has been truly memorable.
We hope to be able to count on your service in future occasions. They will always have our Recommendation. We wish you a prosperous future and blessings.
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Erickbethancourt
Nov 4, 2023
Excellent experience with Eco Tours Peru - The height had me tripping, but once there, the views were majestically incredible. I was very excited, and I enjoyed the walk and contact with nature, the glacier and the mountain of 7 colors are a once in a lifetime experience, and it is worth making the trip. Very delicious lunch and breakfast, excellent attention from the staff who served us.
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Maryorim669
Sep 21, 2023
A UNIQUE AND FABULOUS EXPERIENCE - It was a great experience, the guide was always attentive to the group, and even more so when the height affected me a little, excellent service, very attentive and fun guide. Highly recommended and thank you very much for everything!
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A7134tblucas
Sep 1, 2023
Thanks Palcoyo - Beautiful experience in Palcoyo, especially thanks to Mariela and Juan Carlos who guided us on this wonderful tour, with patience and competence. Absolutely recommended.
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D6759nxpaolab
May 31, 2023
Wonderful experience - Excellent experience. Pancho, the guide, a wonderful person, not only as a guide, but supported and contained us at all times, encouraging us to reach the top. Super recommended.
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Disorn_s1987
Dec 2, 2022
Recommended ! - If you're looking for a tour in Cusco, Eco tour is one of your best choice. We took the tour 3 days in a row to Rainbow mountain, Sacred Valley, Humantay lake and had a great exprerience. The tour guides were knowledgeable, helpful and responsible. Lida and Victoria are the best, they're very friendly and attentive.
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Moji_jirarat
Dec 1, 2022
Friendly and reliable service for tours around Cusco - Our trip to Cusco was fulfilled with a nice help from Lida who gave us straightforward recommendations about how we should plan our schedule to beautiful places that we should visit. She was very attentive and calm in arranging the tour for us even though it was just a night before the tour started. We were very impressed by the service of the first tour that we took to the Rainbow mountain. The tour guide took an utmost care to make sure that everyone reached the top of the mountain and came back safely. He even carried one of my friend down from the mountain when she was too tired to walk stabily by the altitude sickness. After that trip, we decided to choose two consecutive tours with them again to Moray-Moras salt mine and the Humantay Lake and they did not disappoint us. The tour price was comparatively reasonable compared with the service we received. They do offer both group and private tours. Apart from the tour, they also suggested us great local restaurants in Cusco. We really appreciate their service mind and highly recommend Eco Tour Cusco to anyone who is looking for a friendly and reliable tour in Cusco.
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Dora
Aug 23, 2022
SUPER EXPERIENCE IN PERU - The mountain of seven colors is SPECTACULAR!!!!!!!! It's worth the hike. You see a towering snowfall and the view is the best. It's an amazing experience. The super prepared guide with your portable oxygen for any emergency as height can affect breathing, but in our case it was not necessary.
During our stay in Cusco all the very interesting places and the guides of ECO TOUR very professional and knowledgeable of all the history of Peru. Excellent experience.
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Nherreraj
Aug 23, 2022
The beautiful mountain, the spectacular glacier! - Ecotour and Mariela as a very prepared guide, with oxygen for some emergency. Very friendly and clear explanation of the mountain and its surroundings, including way of life of villagers. We did very well with the height, we went to the 4th day of being in Cusco and we took infusion of coca leaf the previous days, so it didn't give us a headache. We are not sportsmen and we can climb slowly without problem although it is useful to carry a cane for the end that has a steep slope; with good hat and gloves because in the upper part it is very windy.
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