Hike to Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain
A full-day adventure to one of Cusco’s most well-known natural landscapes.
The excursion will take us to the heights of Vinicunca, where we will embark on a hike to behold the famous Rainbow Mountain and a landscape dominated by the snow-capped Ausangate peak.
- Duration: Día completo – aproximadamente 13 a 14 horas.
- Frequency: Todos los días, sujeto a condiciones climáticas.
- Schedule: Salida aproximada 04:00 a.m.
- Group: 2 to 16 passengers.
- Level: Moderate to demanding.
- Private service: Available.
Itinerario
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04:00
I collect
Pick-up from the hotel.
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04:00 – 06:30
Journey toward the breakfast spot
Transfer to the southern area of Cusco.
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06:30
Breakfast
Breakfast at a local restaurant.
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07:15
Transfer to the starting point
Continue toward the start of the hike.
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08:00
Start of the hike
Hike to Vinicunca.
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10:00 – 10:30
Seven-Colored Mountain
Arrival at the main viewpoint. Time for photographs and a rest.
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11:00
Decline
I return along the same path.
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12:30
Lunch
Lunch at a local restaurant.
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13:30
Return to Cusco
Beginning of the return journey.
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17:00 – 18:00
Approximate arrival
End of service.
Includes
- I'm packing up.
- Tourist transport.
- Guide.
- Breakfast.
- Lunch.
- Assistance during the walk.
- Basic first-aid kit.
Does not include
- Admission to the attraction, if applicable.
- Support horse.
- Additional drinks.
- Personal walking sticks.
- Personal expenses.
- Tips.
What to bring
- Ensure proper acclimatization before undertaking this excursion.
- Bring warm clothing.
- Gloves and hat.
- Sunscreen.
- Water.
- Snacks.
- Trekking footwear.
- Bring a raincoat during the rainy season.
- Do not underestimate the altitude and the physical demands of the hike.
