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Colorful Mountain: Dreamy Landscape Views
4.8
73 Ratings
Vinicunca Mountain
The vibrant mountain presents a picturesque setting, perfect for taking in stunning vistas. This location is recognized as one of the top 100 must-visit places for travelers worldwide.
- 8 passengers per group
- Poles provided for enhanced support
- Raincoat available for rainy weather
- Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off service
The vibrant mountain presents a picturesque setting, perfect for taking in stunning vistas. This location is recognized as one of the top 100 must-visit places for travelers worldwide.
- 8 passengers per group
- Poles provided for enhanced support
- Raincoat available for rainy weather
- Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off service
Duration:
13 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Vinicunca Mountain - At a pre-arranged time, the operator will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco to head towards Collasuyo, located south of the ancient Inca capital (Cusco), which was part of the Tawantinsuyo (the four ancient regions of the Incas). The first stop will be after a 2-hour drive (78km) at the community of Paucarpata (CUSIPATA),…
- Vinicunca Mountain - At a pre-arranged time, the operator will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco to head towards Collasuyo, located south of the ancient Inca capital (Cusco), which was part of the Tawantinsuyo (the four ancient regions of the Incas). The first stop will be after a 2-hour drive (78km) at the community of Paucarpata (CUSIPATA), where there will be a chance to rest and purchase water, energy drinks, snacks, cereals, etc., and also enjoy a buffet-style breakfast. The journey will then continue by transport for about 1 hour to reach the base camp of PHULAWASIPATA, where preparations will be made for a hike, an ascent of approximately 2 hours (3.5km). Along this route, there will be the opportunity to see the impressive Hatun Ritti glacier (4825m), various types of South American camelids, and the stunning landscape reflections accompanied by the Puka Qocha and Qomer Qocha lagoons.
Upon reaching the Rainbow Mountain, there will be ample time to take photos of this enigmatic and incredible place. Afterwards, the group will return to the base camp, descending for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes (3.5km), where transportation will be taken back to Paucarpata to enjoy a delicious lunch. Finally, around 6 PM, the group will arrive back in the imperial city of Cusco, where the operator will take you to your hotel.
What's Included
- Bilingual Guide: English and Spanish
- Transportation (round trip)
- 1 delicious lunch
- 1 consistent breakfast and hot drinks
- First aid box / oxygen cylinder / medication / height tablet, etc.
- Agency service
- Bilingual Guide: English and Spanish
- Transportation (round trip)
- 1 delicious lunch
- 1 consistent breakfast and hot drinks
- First aid box / oxygen cylinder / medication / height tablet, etc.
- Agency service
What's Not Included
- Drinks, except as mentioned.
- Food, except as mentioned.
- Extra expenses.
- Emergency horse
- Dinner
- Drinks, except as mentioned.
- Food, except as mentioned.
- Extra expenses.
- Emergency horse
- Dinner
Location
Vinicunca Mountain
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
4.8
(73 Ratings)
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56petersond
Nov 27, 2025
I come back renewed, inspired and grateful for everything I've lived here. ✨ - Gratitude for having lived the power of the Colorful Mountain. Being here is witnessing the art of the Earth itself, colors that seem to paint the soul and a silence that speaks more than a thousand words. Every step to the top reminded me of my own strength, my ability to overcome limits and to see beauty even in altitude.
I am grateful for this experience that marked my heart. The Colorful Mountain is not just a place is a meeting with nature, with the sacred and with myself.
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62cristianeu
Nov 6, 2025
Colored Mountain - I must confess that I was very tense for the walk because the altitude is something that makes us fear. We made one stretch on foot and another on horse and I highly recommend because the final climb to the mountain has to be obligatory on foot. The colorful mountain is something very different from everything we have visited.
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Gabrielazbatarra
Nov 4, 2025
A challenging and unforgettable experience! - Climbing the Colorful Mountain was one of the most exciting experiences of our lives! Seeing the snow for the first time made the moment even more special. The climb was challenging, but we managed to get to the top with a lot of support from our guide, who was attentive and encouraged us all the time. The landscapes are simply stunning! Everything was very well organized, from transportation to care with the group. It was a day we will never forget!
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Filip
Oct 31, 2025
Very good tour - Excellent preparation and well delivered tour. As expected very popular and can get tricky physically for some at 5200m above sea level. Breathtaking views - probably the best after Machu Picchu.
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M3031rhmarcelam
Oct 22, 2025
Colorful Mountain - October/25 - The guide was great, called Carlos, he was very attentive and worried about everyone, due to extreme altitude condition. The walk was very good, the trail is really calm in relation to difficulty but the altitude is what makes it more difficult. It snowed a little and it was very cold, I was very upset.
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R8288fuceciliaa
Oct 7, 2025
The Beautiful and Difficult Colorful Mountain - The mountain is beautiful!! But it's pretty hard to get there!! With Peru Grand Travel, their responsibility and punctuality in the tours, we were able to know this amazing place!! This trip was worth it!
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304jorgeantoniof
Sep 26, 2025
Visit the colorful mountain - The visit to the colorful mountain was worth it, although it is not an easy walk, but to get to the top and see the mountain and rewarding, and was one of the best places to go in Cusco.
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Elysa2017
Sep 11, 2025
Quad-cycle rise! - Great walk! We did the quadricycle climb which was a great hit, because we did not have perrengue and we did not suffer with the altitude. We love.
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Silviamg8725yf
Jul 21, 2025
- A must-see tour: there are 3 colorful mountains observed along a short trail of easy access even for people with moderate physical conditioning (as is my case). For people with more physical condition, it is possible to continue climbing up to the Forest of Stones (approximately 20 more minutes of trail, in this very steep case). The day we were still lucky to catch snow on some stretches of the trail, which brought even more charm to the walk. We left the hotel early, but the journey was made in a very comfortable van. The stop for breakfast and lunch offers a very basic and regional menu, so it is worth taking snacks in your backpack if you are very selective with food. This Tour was in the Top 3 of our family's favourites.
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Arabianwings
Nov 16, 2025
You must see rainbow mountain! - We opted to visit Palccoyo , the lesser known Rainbow Mountain. The hike is a bit shorter and easier, but you still reach 5000 m. I recommend this hike, his particular mountain, if you are unsure if you can do the longer hike in this altitude. It is a very beautiful hike and a must-do.
I am giving it only 4 out of 5 because the logistics were not as good as in the other tours that we took. The van was in poor shape. The very charming guide had to double as driver which left less time for explanations. His English was not really great. The meals were acceptable, but not more than that. After we had returned to the hotel, I called our tour operator and advised him of our concerns.
Aside from these particular concerns, it is a super interesting tour.
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