Rainbow Mountain Tour - Rainbow Mountain Trek Full Day

Discover the incredible landscape of the Rainbow Mountain in Cusco (Vinicunca)! This mountain is located in the Andes region of Perú, near the city of Cusco, and is famous for its stunning views and landscapes, known as the Rainbow Mountain or Montaña Vinicunca. This tour is perfect for those who want to experience nature at its finest. During your visit, you will have the opportunity to admire a variety of landscapes, ranging from emerald green to intense red, as you observe the different clay soils that give it shades of yellow, blue, violet, and brown colors.

INCLUDES:

• Pre-tour information.
• Transfers from Cusco to the starting point of the hike - round trip.
• Trekking poles.
• Assistance throughout the journey.
• Professional guide in English - Spanish.
• Tourist transportation - equipped with oxygen.
• Breakfast.
• Lunch.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Hotel in Cusco.
• Horse rental.
• Other services not mentioned.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Wear warm clothing.
• Sunscreen (Preferably SPF 90+).
• Sunglasses.
• Hat.
• In rainy season, a waterproof poncho.
• Hiking shoes (hike / trekking).
• Water.

In this program, we will visit one of the new natural attractions of Cusco, "The Rainbow Mountain" or also known as VINIKUNKA (Neck of Stones). It has been declared a "Natural Treasure Unique in the World." It is located on a summit at an altitude of 5,100 meters (16 732.28 feet), which is interestingly similar to the altitude of the Everest Base Camp, the highest mountain in the world. It is situated 100 km southeast of Cusco.

The tour starts early in the morning. We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 4:00 a.m.  to travel by car for about two hours towards the south, reaching the district of Cusipata - Paucarpata in the Quispicanchi province, where we will have breakfast.

After a short rest, we will continue on a 20-minute journey to the first Base Control of the rural communities of TINTINCO and PAUCARPATA. From this point, we will continue on a 25-minute journey to the second Base Control of the rural community of CHILLIHUANI. Here, we will begin a hike of approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes to the Red Valley mountain range, which provides access to the beautiful Rainbow Mountain, also known as Vinicunca. During the hike, we will observe the typical flora and fauna of the Andes, including llamas and alpacas.

Upon reaching the viewpoint of Vinicunca (5,100 meters above sea level), our guide will provide an engaging explanation about the topography, ecosystem, and the mountain's colors. The Rainbow Mountain is a natural wonder, formed by the oxides of different minerals that make up these geological formations. The slopes and peaks present colors ranging from red, purple, green, pink, to yellow, creating a fascinating array of colors. We will also see the majestic Ausangate snow-capped mountain, with its impressive view and height of 6,385 meters above sea level. This mountain is the 5th highest in Peru. At the Vinicunca viewpoint, we can capture memorable photos next to the mountain and enjoy the beautiful landscape.

Afterward, we will return along the same trail to the starting point of the hike. Our transportation will be waiting to take us back and enjoy a delicious Andean lunch. After lunch, we will begin the return journey to the city of Cusco, arriving at around 4:00 PM.

HIKING LEVEL
The hiking level to the 7-Color Mountain is categorized from level 1 to 4:

• Level 1: Easy on flat terrain, without major difficulty.
• Level 2: Mix of flat terrain and slight slopes.
• Level 3: Uneven terrain with steeper slopes.
• Level 4: Steep and rugged terrain.

INCLUDES:

• Pre-tour information.
• Transfers from Cusco to the starting point of the hike - round trip.
• Walking sticks.
• Assistance throughout the journey.
• Professional English-Spanish guide.
• Tourist transport – equipped with oxygen.
• Breakfast.
• Lunch.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Hotel in Cusco.
• Horse rental.
• Other unspecified services.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Wear warm clothing.
• Sunscreen (Preferably SPF 90+).
• Sunglasses.
• Hat.
• Rain poncho during the rainy season.
• Hiking shoes (hike / trekking).
• Water.

To start your reservation process please send us the following information:

• Name and surname:
• Passport No.:
• Nationality:
• Date of birth:
• Sex:
• Phone:
• It is very important your information about your hotel in the city of Cusco, so we can pick you up there at the beginning of the tour..

1. Payment by credit card VISA or MASTERCARD through our system www.cuscoperu.com/payment the system charges an additional 5% (SSL secure system and foreign bank transfer fees).
2. Sending the advance via Western Union coordinating with our sales representative and sending the request to info@cuscoperu.com, then you must send us the MTCN code of your deposit.
3. Payment via deposit to our company's account at BBVA Banco Continental Cuenta Corriente: Account Code. Interbank: (CCI) 011 201 000100028495 18 - CUSCOPERU.COM Tour Operator SRL - SWIFT CODE: BCONPEPL - you must add U$89.00 which is the charge that our bank makes to our account for international transfer and administrative expenses, you should also consult your bank about the additional amount that you will be charged.
4. Payment by credit card VISA - MASTERCARD with the PAYPAL system generating the payment order that we would send you from CuscoPeru.com e-commerce If you accept this option you will have a 7% surcharge.