Rainbow Mountain – 1 Day
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable one-day hike to Rainbow Mountain, hiking through stunning landscapes surrounded by breathtaking snow-capped peaks and Andean wildlife. Begin your adventure in a lush green valley, where you’ll see llamas and alpacas grazing. Along the trail admire panoramic views of the majestic Ausangate Glacier one of the most sacred and towering peaks in the Andes. As you ascend see the terrain transforming into striking red, yellow, and orange hues, revealing the breathtaking beauty of Rainbow Mountain. Walk through the mesmerizing Red Valley, making you feel in different planet and allowing you appreciate the natural beauty .
Highlights
- Rainbow Mountain - Hiking
- Departures: By Prior Reservation
- Season: All Year Round
- Service: Shared
Itinerary
Day 01: Cusco – Cusipata – Llacto – Rainbow Mountain – Red Valley – Cusco
We will pick you up from your hotel at approximately 4:00 AM to begin your Rainbow Mountain tour from Cusco. The journey takes around 2 hours in a vehicle to get cusipata town where you will breakfast ,after we will continue to the trailhead .
we will start our hike. The ascent takes about 1.5 hours to reach the summit of Rainbow Mountain, where you will have time to explore, take photos, and appreciate the breathtaking scenery.
Once we have soaked in the beauty of Rainbow Mountain, we will continue our adventure to Red Valley a unique landscape that looks like different planet. This additional trek takes about starting point (approximately 1 hour of hiking) .
once the hike is done we will be back down to cusipata town to have lunch and finally we will be back to cusco .
What is Included
Included
- professional tour guide
- transportation ( vehicle with air -conditioning )
- First aid kit and bottle of oxygen
- walking sticks
- meals and drinks
- Pick and drop off at the hote
Not Included
- Entrance fee to Rainbow Mountain ( 30 soles
- Entrance fee to Red Valley ( 30 soles )
What to Bring
- Original Passports ( optional )
- 1.5 liters of water or camelback for hydration
- Personal snacks (energy bars recommended)
- Trekking shoes for dusty and slippery trails
- Waterproof pants (optional, rainy season only)
Frequently Asked Questions
To book, click on the "Book Now" button on our website, fill in the personal details for each participant, and make a deposit to secure your trip.
No, we do not provide student discounts for the Rainbow Mountain tour.
