One day break to Rainbow Mountain from Cusco

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Cusco, Peru

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1 day (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Enjoy this one-day hike visiting the latest discoveries in Cuzco and the now famous Rainbow Mountain in the Vinicunca village. Due to the rich minerals, the mountain is full of deep colors that create a unique and amazing pattern. You can spend a day in the Andes and go on foot to your own rite in this hidden mountain. It will be a unique and unforgettable experience. On this hike you will see the picturesque villages, the beautiful adobe houses, herds of llamas and alpacas and you will have magnificent views of the Ausangate Glacier (6,385 m / 20,945 ft), the highest mountain in the Cuzco region.

What's Included

Emergency oxygen bottle and medical kit.
Professional guide in English or Spanish
Pick up and return to the hotel.
Informative meeting prior to departure at your hotel
lunch
Transportation back from Quesiuno to your hotel in Cusco.
Trekking poles: you can hire them (USD 5.00 each)
Travel / health / emergency insurance
Meals (breakfast and dinner)
Horses (Option to hire one if you need it at the beginning of the trek) US $ 25.00

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Prior coordination with passengers we can pick up passengers from your hotel

Itinerary

Duration: 1 day (approximately)
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    Vinicunca Mountain

    After having breakfast at your hotel, we will pick you up at 6.00 from your hotel in Cuzco in our transport and drive for approximately 2.5 hours to the starting point in the town of Quesiuno (4,326 m / 14,189 feet). Once we reach the Inkintuyoc bridge, we will begin our walk following a spectacular stream. You will be immediately surprised by herds of alpacas and llamas. We will enjoy the breathtaking views of Ausangate Mountain. Back on the trail, we will find more traditional elements of this hike. This includes potato fields and a unique fauna. We will have the possibility to see chinchillas and vicuñas. The vicunas are the only non-domesticated animals of the llamas family in Peru. Another highlight of this part of the hike is the numerous red mountains. After a total walk of approximately 3 hours, we will reach our destination, Rainbow Mountain (5020 meters / 16,466 feet). After overcoming the impact of its beauty, you will have time to explore the area. You will have time to take pictures and enjoy beauty. After enjoying the best views of this spectacular Rainbow Mountain, it will be time to go back down. We will do a downhill walk where we came from. The walk will last 2.5 hours. Our private transportation will be waiting for us when we return. Finally, we will make a journey of approximately 2.5 hours to Cuzco and transfer back to your hotel in Cuzco.

    1 day • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by MAPI TOURS TRAVEL

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