Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) Hike – 1-Day Trek 🌈🏔️

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Peru’s famous Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) on a 1-day Hike!

✅ Private 1-Day Hike – From $110 per person (Minimum 2 people)

✅ Group 1-Day Hike – From $50 per person


Join us for an unforgettable adventure through the stunning Andean landscapes, where you'll witness the vibrant, natural colors of Rainbow Mountain. Book your hike today! 🚶‍♂️✨n

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Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) 1-Day Hike – Short & Easy Route 🌈🏔️

Overview

Discover the breathtaking Rainbow Mountain of Peru (Vinicunca) on a new, shorter, and easier trekking route! This 1-day adventure takes you through the stunning Ausangate region, where you'll witness the vibrant colors of Rainbow Mountain, picturesque Andean villages, traditional adobe & stone houses, and herds of llamas and alpacas. Along the way, enjoy incredible views of Ausangate Mountain (6,385 m / 20,945 ft.), the highest peak in Cusco.

Tour Details:

✅ Tour Type: Hiking, off-the-beaten-path adventure
✅ Best For: Adventurous travelers in good physical condition and acclimated to high altitude
✅ Difficulty Level: Moderate
✅ Hiking Distance: 5 miles (2.5–3 hours round trip)
✅ Drive Distance: 62 miles each way

⚠️ Important: Due to the high altitude, proper acclimatization is required before attempting this hike.

Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) 1-Day Hike – Detailed Itinerary 🌈🏔️

Meals Included: B = Breakfast | L = Lunch

Early Morning Pickup & Drive to Cusipata

🕓 Pickup Time: 4:00 – 4:30 AM from your hotel in Cusco
🚐 Drive Duration: ~2 hours to the town of Cusipata
☕ Breakfast Stop: Restroom break & additional breakfast in Cusipata

Journey to Rainbow Mountain

🚙 Drive Duration: ~1 hour 15 minutes from Cusipata to the Rainbow Mountain trailhead
🌄 Scenic Views Along the Way:

  • Herds of llamas & alpacas
  • Vibrant reddish mountains and traditional Andean villages


Hiking to Rainbow Mountain Viewpoint

  • Breathtaking Ausangate Mountain (Cusco’s highest peak)

📍 Starting Altitude: 4,600 m / 15,180 ft
🥾 Hike Duration: ~1.5 hours uphill (Gradual ascent, 4 km / 2.5 miles)
📍 Highest Viewpoint: 5,036 m / 16,619 ft
📸 Time at the Summit: 30 minutes – 1 hour (weather permitting)

Descent & Return to Cusco

⏬ Hike Back Down: ~1 hour descent to the trailhead
🍽️ Lunch Stop: Cusipata
🚐 Return to Cusco: Hotel drop-off around 4:00 – 5:00 PM


Additional Notes:

✅ Private Tour Option: Departure available anytime until 8:00 AM
✅ Timing Flexibility: Itinerary may vary depending on road, trail, and guide recommendations.

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PRICES PER PERSON IN US DOLLARS

PRIVATE TOUR:

2 - 3 People-Booking 4 - 5 People -Booking 6 - + People-Booking
US$110 US$85 US$80

TOUR WITH A GROUP:

1 - 3 People-Booking 4 - + People-Booking
US$60 US$50
INCLUDED IN THE PRIVATE TOUR:
✅ 🥞 Meals: Breakfast & Lunch (freshly prepared) 🚐 Private Round-Trip Transportation: Hotel – Trailhead – Hotel 🗣️ Professional Bilingual Tour Guide: Fluent in English & Spanish 👥 Assistant Tour Guide: Provided for groups larger than 9 people ⛑️ First Aid Kit & Oxygen Bottle: For safety at high altitudes 🎟️ Entrance Fees: All required permits included
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR WITH A GROUP:
🚍 Round-Trip Bus Transportation: Hotel – Trailhead – Cusco (city center) 🗣️ Bilingual Tour Guide: Professional English & Spanish-speaking guide ⛑️ First Aid Kit & Oxygen Bottle: Safety support for high-altitude hiking 🎟️ Entrance Fees: All necessary permits included

What’s Not Included: ❌

  • Services & Sales Taxes
  • Tips for guides & drivers
  • Horse Rental for Entire Day – $30 USD (optional)
  • Beverages – Alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks, bottled water
  • Meals & Snacks not specified in the itinerary
  • Travel Insurance – Highly recommended but not included

What to Bring: 🎒

✅ Day pack for essentials
✅ Warm clothing – Scarf, sweaters, rain jacket, gloves
✅ Hiking boots & walking sticks for stability
✅ Rain poncho in case of unexpected weather
✅ Sun protection – Hat, sunglasses, sunblock
✅ Personal items – Toilet paper, hand sanitizer, personal medication
✅ Recommended Extra Cash – 200 soles (~$55 USD) for tips, drinks, or emergencies


Booking & Deposit Information: 📝

🔹 Deposit Required: A 20% deposit of the trip price is needed to confirm your booking ASAP.
🔹 Final Payment: The remaining balance must be paid 15 days before your trip..

ADDITIONAL TOURS IN CUSCO & THE SACRED VALLEY
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