Overview
Experience the breathtaking Vinicunca, commercially known as the Rainbow Mountain, one of Peru’s most stunning natural wonders! Located just south of Cusco, near the sacred Ausangate Mountain (the region’s guardian Apu), this colorful marvel sits at an impressive 5,200 meters (17,060 ft) above sea level, between the districts of Pitumarca and Cusipata.
Why wait? Witness the surreal rainbow-striped slopes and soak in the breathtaking Andean landscapes surrounding it. Book now our Full-Day Rainbow Mountain Tour and make unforgettable memories!
Vinicunca is nature’s masterpiece—so extraordinary that National Geographic named it “one of the 100 places you must visit before you die.” Don’t miss out—explore this wonder now!
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Summary travel plan
- Day 1 - Rainbow Mountain Trek
Itinerary Rainbow mountain trekking
Day 1 - Rainbow Mountain Trek
We'll begin our journey to the 7-Color Mountain (Vinicunca) with a pickup from your Cusco hostel between 4:00-4:30 AM. Our tourist transport will then head south through scenic valleys, passing small lagoons until we reach Paucarpata village, where we'll stop for a delicious breakfast.
After fueling up, we'll continue to Qomer Qocha, the starting point of our hike. From here, we'll begin our 45-minute to 1-hour trek (moderate pace) toward the sacred Rainbow Mountain. Along the way, you'll witness the stunning, gradual shift in the mountain’s colors until we reach the main viewpoint—where the vibrant stripes of Vinicunca unfold before you, framed by the mighty Vilcanota mountain range.
After taking in the views (and plenty of photos!), we’ll descend back to Qomer Qocha and return to Cusco, stopping in Paucarpata for a hearty lunch. Expect to arrive back in Cusco by 5:00-5:30 PM.
This tour includes
- Hotel pickup (central locations)
- Round-trip tourist transportation
- Professional bilingual guide (Spanish & English)
- Buffet breakfast & lunch (local Andean cuisine)
- First-aid kit & emergency oxygen tank
- Trekking poles
This tour does NOT include
- Entrance fee to Rainbow Mountain
- Travel insurance
- Optional horse rental (extra cost)
Important tour information "Rainbow mountain trekking "
What to bring for this tour?
- Small backpack
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Hiking boots or sturdy shoes
- Snacks & plenty of water
- Layered clothing (cold mornings/warm afternoons)
- Rain poncho (optional, but recommended)
- Camera (capture the magic!)
The experience that you will live on this trip
Our passengers experienced the best tours in Peru
Ecuador
14 Oct, 2023
Hice un tour durante dos semanas entre Perú y Bolivia, los tour a lo largo de estos dos países fueron excelentes, la atención y servicios buenos. Siempre predispuestos a la atención.
México
05 Jul, 2023
Excelente servicio. Una gran atención al detalle para que no te preocupes por nada. Nos arreglaron todos los recorridos y siempre fueron puntuales con los horarios
Tailandia
29 Jan, 2023
Inca World arranged La Paz city tour and Lake Taticaca tour. Guide Efrain is amazing and even picked us from the airport. We really enjoyed the tour.
Australia
29 Jan, 2023
It was a great experience, the tour guide was prepared and very helpful. Just loved the trekking with stunning site seeing's of the lakes and mountains. Highly recommend it!
Italia
04 Dec, 2022
La mejor experiencia con Inca World Peru. Desde que contacte con la agencia resolvieron todas nuestras dudas, nos hicieron sentir como en casa. La mejor experiencia que tuve en el maravillo pais Perú - Cusco
Italia
18 Nov, 2022
Inca World fue muy cumplido en los tres tours que hicimos, sus guias tienen una actitud divina…nos fuimos muy felices y agradecidos ❤️
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