Rainbow Mountain
Rainbow Mountain – A Rare Jewel in the High Andes (Vinicunca)
Service Description
FULL-DAY TOUR TO RAINBOW MOUNTAIN (Vinicunca) ✦ Type of Excursion: Adventure, Hiking ✦ Difficulty: Challenging ✦ Service: Group Tour (18 max.) ✦ Transport: Van ✦ Duration: 12 Hours ✦ Schedule: 4:00 AM ◘ ITINERARY Embark on a full-day adventure to one of Peru’s most iconic natural wonders. This experience combines early-morning travel, high-Andean landscapes, and the unforgettable colours of Vinicunca, offering a day filled with nature, culture, and breathtaking views. ○ 04:00 a.m. – Departure from Cusco Early pick-up and drive towards the southern valley of Cusco. ○ Cusipata – Breakfast Stop Arrival in the village of Cusipata, where the group enjoys the included breakfast before continuing the journey. ○ Vinicunca Base Camp Travel to the base camp, the starting point of the hike. ○ Hike to Vinicunca (approx. 2 hours) Begin the ascent along a scenic trail surrounded by high-Andean landscapes, snow-capped peaks, and wide open valleys. ○ Vinicunca Mountain – Rainbow Mountain Viewpoint Arrival at the main viewpoint with free time to take photos and admire the mountain’s impressive multicoloured slopes. ○ Red Valley Viewpoint (optional) A short walk from Vinicunca leads to this spectacular viewpoint, offering a unique panoramic view of the deep red hills and dramatic Andean scenery. ○ Return to Base Camp Descent along the same trail back to the base camp. ○ Cusipata – Lunch Stop Drive back to Cusipata to enjoy the included lunch. Return to Cusco Final drive back to the city, with an estimated arrival around 5:00 p.m. WHAT IS INCLUDED: ✔ Hotel pick-up for accommodations located in the city center of Cusco ✔ Bilingual tour guide: English / Spanish ✔ Breakfast ✔ Lunch WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED: ✘ Entrance fee to Vinicunca Mountain ✘ Entrance fee to Red Valley ◘ FAQ ♦ About the ticket to Vinicunca Mountain ○ The entrance fee is S/25 (USD 9) and can be purchased on-site or added during booking. ♦ About the ticket to the Red Valley ○ The entrance fee is also S/25 (USD 9), available on-site or as an add‑on. ♦ About breakfast and lunch ○ Vegetarian options are available. Please inform us of any dietary requirements when booking. ♦ Alternative transportation for the hike ○ If you cannot complete the hike at 5,000 m (16,404 ft), horses or quads can be rented directly from local providers (S/70–S/90 / USD 25–30). ○ These services are not offered by the agency, and their use is at your own risk.
Service Details
• CHANGE OF TRAVEL DATE - Requests to change the travel date will be accepted up to 24 hours prior to the scheduled activity. • CANCELLATIONS - Cancellations submitted at least 24 hours before the scheduled activity are eligible for a full refund. - Cancellations submitted within 24 hours of the scheduled activity are non-refundable. - Cancellations due to circumstances beyond the control of either the company or the client (such as strikes, social conflicts, or natural disasters) may be refundable; however, the amount to be refunded will be subject to evaluation. • REFUND PROCESSING - For payments made via PayPal, refunds are processed immediately. - For payments made by credit or debit card, refunds may take several days depending on the policies of the issuing bank.
Location
Rainbow Mountain
Rainbow Mountain, Peru