Discover Pallay Poncho, a spectacular and less-crowded Rainbow Mountain, with a short hike, colorful ridges, Langui Lake views, and amazing photo opportunities.
We pick you up at your hotel or Airbnb; if tourist vehicle access is restricted in some areas, we may ask you to walk a few minutes to a nearby meeting point for the van.
We contact all travelers 24 hours in advance via the WhatsApp number provided, sharing helpful travel tips and the exact pickup time.
Next to the Church of the Society of Jesus. If your hotel doesn’t appear or you haven’t decided yet, please add it in the “Special requirements” section so we can arrange an easier pick-up point or update it later.
Your trip begins here! At 4:00 am, followed by a scenic drive through the southern Andes toward the charming town of Cusipata. Along the way, we stop to enjoy a warm and delicious Andean breakfast, the perfect way to start the day.
EXPERIENCE Around 8:00 AM, we begin our guided hike toward Pallay Poncho Mountain. The trail is relatively short, and our professional guide keeps a comfortable pace while sharing insights about the local culture, geology, and unique high-altitude ecosystem. From the beginning, enjoy spectacular views of Langui Lake, dramatic red mountains, and impressive rock formations. As we climb, the scenery becomes even more striking until we reach the Pallay Poncho viewpoint. At the top, enjoy free time to explore the colorful mountain formations that resemble a traditional Andean poncho, take unforgettable photos, and appreciate the peaceful atmosphere away from the crowds. After enjoying the views, we begin an easy 20-minute downhill walk back to our vehicle. We then return to Cusipata, where a delicious buffet lunch awaits before continuing our journey back to Cusco.
Our tour end here, Main Square Cusco close to most hotels Return to Cusco (4:30 PM – 5:30 PM)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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