Rainbow Mountain Trek

Name: Rainbow Mountain Trek 1 Day
Brand: Mountain Gods Peru
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Full Day

Rainbow mountain day trip Cusco

The Cusco Rainbow mountain trek, also known as Vinicunca tour is for those who are looking to explore the Andes in the puna áreas, exploring the majesty of the Andes and learning about the traditions of the Andean people.

The area is inhabited by traditional animals such as large herds of llamas, alpacas and this is the only area in Cusco region to see the Inkan indigenous habitat of the Vicuña (which has most expensive wool in the world!) Besides seeing these most impressive views of the glacier peaks, you will enjoy the hike of llamas in the Vilcanota mountain range.

Most trips that allow you to see the colored mountains Cusco require a trek of at least 6 days. That has changed with this brand new itinerary. We have designed this rainbow mountains from Cusco so that it can be done as a day trip!

Rainbow Mountain Trek

Full Day

Price from 100 USD$ per person

DISTANCE

11 km/6,8 miles

MAX ALTITUDE

5,020 m /16,469 ft

PHISICAL LEVEL

Challenging

GROUP SIZE

Up to 12

Overview

Rainbow mountain Trek – Overview.

Day 1: Cusco – Cusipata – Rainbow Mountain Cusco – Cusipata – Cusco

Useful information for this rainbow mountain trek.

Starting Altitude: 4,638m / 15,216 ft
Max. Altitude: 5,020 m /16,469 ft
Walking Distance: 8 km / 4.97 miles
Trek difficulty: Challenging

Itinerary

Rainbow mountain 1 day trek – Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco – Cusipata – Vinicunca – Cusipata – Cusco

We will pick you up early at your hotel at around 4:00am and set out on a drive through the South Valley. The drive to the trailhead at Llaqto (4,638 m / 15,216 ft) is 3 hours long. Once we reach the Cusipata village we provide a fantastic breakfast to fuel you for the morning ahead.

We then start off on our Rainbow mountain trek, following a lovely stream. You will be immediately surprised by literally herds of alpacas and llamas. We will have consistent views of the Vinicunca.

On the trail of the rainbow mountain Cusco, we encounter more of the traditional elements of this colored mountains. We will see potato fields and unique fauna. We have the prospect of seeing llamas, alpacas and vicuñas. Vicuñas are the only non-domesticated animal of the llama family in Peru. Many red mountains are also a highlight of this portion of the Peru rainbow mountains.

After a total hike of approximately 1½ hours, we finally reach our destination, what we came to see… the rainbow mountain Cusco (5,020 m / 16,469 ft). After getting over the shock of their beauty, you will have time to explore the area. You will have time to take pictures and soak in the environment. We will spend approximately 30 minutes at the top.

At this point, it is time to go back down. We hike downhill the way we came. The rainbow mountain trek, full day will take around 1 hour. once we reach to the trailhead we drive for about 40 minutes to a local restaurant at Cusipata where we have a delicious lunch.

Then, We will embark on the 2- hour drive back to Cusco and drop you off at your Cusco hotel. Approximate arrival time is between 3 and 4 pm.

Meals: Breakfast / lunch
Lowest Elevation: 4,638 m / 15,216 ft
Highest Elevation: 5,020 m / 16,469 ft
Distance: 8 km / 4,97 miles
Approximate walking time: 1½ hours up; 1 hour down
Level of Difficulty: Challenging

Inclusions

Includes in rainbow mountain trek full day:

Professional English speaking tour guide
Assistant Tour Guide for groups of 9+
Transfer upon arrival from airport or bus station in cusco to your Hotel
Pre-trek Briefing 1 or 2 days before your rainbow mountain full day
1 breakfast, 1 lunch, in a local restaurant in Cusipata (If you have a dietary such us vegetarian food please le tus know ,and request with no cost at all.
Pick up from your hotel and transportation to Llaqto
Return transportation from Llaqto to your Cusco hotel
Emergency oxygen bottle
First aid kit.
Entrance fee to the Rainbow Mountain

Does not Include in the rainbow mountain hike

Dinner on Day 1
Tips for the crew
Travel Insurance – you are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance for the duration of this rainbow mountain trek.

What you need to take for this rainbow mountain trek full day

Original Passport
Valid STUDENT CARD (if you are a student and want to qualify for the discount)
Walking boots
Waterproof jacket, pants/ rain poncho
Warm jacket
Hat and gloves
T-shirts
Comfortable Trousers
Sun hat
Sun cream
Insect repellant
Snacks
Water
Toiletries and hand sanitiser
Personal medication
Camera
Spare betteries

Price

Private Cusco rainbow mountain trek

Group Service Price

US$100 per person.

Private Service Price

US$150 per person

Discounts for our day trip Cusco:

Student Discount: US$20 (Requires Valid STUDENT CARD to qualify)
Under 15 years Discount: US$30 Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.

FAQs

The rainbow mountain trek 1 day

For many years, the Rainbow Mountains Cusco was covered by snow and ice. It was only due to global warming and the melting of snow that it recently got discovered and became a dream destination for travellers.

Once a relatively unknown trek near Cusco, the rainbow mountain trek full day has become one of the most famous trails around Cusco. Join an environmentally friendly local company as you experience the magic and beauty of this trail, while also ensuring it remains magnificent. While many companies do this rainbow mountain trek in just one grueling day, you will be given the chance to take it slow and truly enjoy the experience.

Discover why it’s called Rainbow mountain as you marvel at its incredible colors, only found in one other mountains in the world in China. This challenging yet rewarding hike is completely unique and will leave you in awe of Mother Nature and with an appreciation for local life in the Andes.

How long does it take to walk the rainbow mountain trek?

You will drive for about two hours and 30 minutes through the South Valley to the trail head at Llaqto Cusipata(4,638m / 15,216 ft).

The trail begins at Llaqto and takes 2½ hours to the Cusco rainbow mountains (1½ hours up; 1 hour down)

Estimated distance to walk: 8 km / 4.97 miles

Is the Rainbow mountain trek difficulty?

Challenging ascent to reach the Colored Mountains In Peru

What is the altitude on the rainbow mountain trek?

During this rainbow mountain hike you will find the following elevations:

Min. Elevation: 4,638 m / 15,216 ft
Max. Elevation: 5,020 m / 16,466 ft

What is the weather like on the Cusco rainbow mountain trek?

The weather can change very quickly at such a high altitude so prepare yourself for anything and everything.

There are two different seasons:

The dry season starts from April to November and
The wet season starts from November to March.

Is it possible to rent a horse for the way?

Yes, you can rent a horse for around S/ 80 – 90 round trip, depending on availability. It brings you almost to the top, but you have to hike the last part to the mountain yourself.

Will we be the first ones up there?

We leave very early to be one of the first ones at the mountain. But it’s possible that others will have arrived before us already. The crowds will arrive later.

Ausangate and rainbow mountain trek

The rainbow mountains from cusco is still one of Peru’s best kept secrets and although not as popular as Machu picchu, the Ausangate trek is a stunning trek through the wildest and rarely visited areas in Peru. Traversing the Cordillera Vilcanota, the trek takes hikers over several high passes, down into low alpine valleys and through traditional Peruvian communities.

The Ausangate Mountain (6,372 meters ) considered like an Apu protector for the local people and one of the beautiful snow-capped mountains of the Peruvian Andes. The life around this mountain offers wonderful landscapes herds of llamas, glaciers and turquoise lakes, all set within an incredibly beautiful mountain range, and the colorful mountain vinicunca.

Additional

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A pair of Trekking poles (Included)

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Jillian E

2023-10-18

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2023-10-08

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2023-09-23

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2023-09-23

Beautiful Experience Thank you post - To the amazing team from @mountaingods who made the Ausangate trek via Sibinacocha to Rainbow Mountains possible. Trek lead - Ronnie - you told us stories andorganized an amazing trek, we got the best of the support staff and beautiful campsites and good gear. Adjusted the campsites everyday such that the climbs happened in the morning when I was my fittest. Trusting me to complete the trek even after when I was just on fluids for a whole day.. The food was awesome and sumptuous - with Peruvians heritage even though we are vegetarians.Sadly -lcould not do justice to it. Thank you and sorry - Caramello - wish we could exchange more than the 3to 4 Spanish phrases. Hernandez brothers alwaysensured we were well taken care of. Mountains Gods Peru - You gave us an unforgettable 7 days.

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2023-09-19

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2023-09-17

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2023-08-19

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