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Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) Full Day
the rainbow of the Andes

Full day Challenging Max. 18 travelers 4.8 (140 reviews)

Day trip from Cusco

The rainbow
of the Andes.

Vinicunca, the famous Rainbow Mountain, shows mineral stripes painting the slope red, ochre, turquoise and lavender. Reaching its viewpoint (5,036 m) is a high-altitude challenge rewarded with one of Peru’s most striking views, with Mount Ausangate behind.

START / ENDCusco, Peru

MAX. ALTITUDE5,036 m

BEST SEASONApr — Nov

DISTANCE8 km

Your route day by day

Itinerary

DAY 1

Cusco — Cusipata — Vinicunca — Cusco

04:00 Hotel pick-up.
07:00 Breakfast in Cusipata.
08:30 Start of the hike from Phulawasipata.
10:00 Vinicunca viewpoint (5,036 m); Red Valley option.
13:30 Buffet lunch.
17:30 Arrival in Cusco.

8 km · 3 h · 5,036 m

Everything under control

What is included

Hotel pick-upTourist transportBilingual guideBreakfast and lunchOxygen

Not included

Community feeHorse (optional)Red Valley (extra)

Before you go

Essential information

Sun and cold

Bring layers, hat, gloves, sunscreen and sunglasses.

Light daypack

Water, snacks, poncho and cash in soles for community fees and horses.

Altitude

Recommended from your second day in Cusco.

Frequently asked questions

Answers to travel with peace of mind.

01Is it very hard?

It is challenging because of altitude (over 5,000 m). We recommend it after 2 days in Cusco.

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