Private Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) Full Day Tour
- 1 Day
- Private
- 5,200 masl
Summary
Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) Private Adventure
Tour details
Included:
- Hotel/hostel pickup and drop-off in Cusco
- Private transportation (according to group size)
- Entrance fee to Cusipata
- Entrance fee to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca)
- Entrance to the park
- Professional bilingual guide (Spanish/English)
- 1 breakfast
- 1 lunch (vegetarian option available)
- First aid kit
- Oxygen tank for emergencies
- Walking stick
Not included:
- Entrance to Red Valley (S/ 30 soles or approx. $8 per person – optional)
- Travel insurance
- Mineral water
- Snacks
- Horse rental (if needed)
- Rain poncho
Itinerary
Day 1: Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) Private Adventure
Early Morning Pickup and Drive to Cusipata
Pickup begins between 3:30 AM and 3:40 AM from your hotel or hostel in Cusco. You will travel south toward Qollasuyo, an important region during the Inca Empire (Tawantinsuyo).
After approximately two hours, you will arrive in the district of Cusipata, where you will stop for about 30 minutes to enjoy breakfast.
Transfer to Fulawasipata and Start of the Hike
Following breakfast, transportation continues to Fulawasipata, the starting point of the hike. Before beginning, your guide will provide a short briefing about the route and safety recommendations.
The hike begins at the base of the Ausangate mountain range. You will ascend for approximately one hour to reach the highest viewpoint of Rainbow Mountain. Along the way, you may see South American camelids such as alpacas and llamas grazing in the highlands.
Arrival at Rainbow Mountain
Upon reaching the summit, you will have time to admire the stunning natural colors of Vinicunca and take photographs of the surrounding Andean scenery.
If you choose, you may continue an additional 30-minute walk to visit Red Valley (optional, extra entrance fee required).
Descent and Lunch
After enjoying the views, you will hike back down for approximately one hour (including flat sections) to the starting point, where your driver will be waiting.
You will then return to Cusipata to enjoy a one-hour lunch break.
Return to Cusco
After lunch, you will begin the return journey to Cusco, arriving at approximately 3:00–3:30 PM, concluding your private Rainbow Mountain experience.
Recommendations
- Stay at least 2 days in Cusco before the tour for proper acclimatization
- Bring your passport
- Wear trekking or hiking shoes
- Carry a small backpack
- Bring water and snacks
- Bring a rain jacket or poncho
- Dress in layers (temperatures vary throughout the day)
- Be ready and visible at your hotel entrance at the scheduled pickup time
- Optional: After visiting Rainbow Mountain, you may extend your hike with a 30-minute walk to Red Valley (additional entrance fee required).
Prices
Prices are per person. The larger your group, the lower the price per person.
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