Rainbow Mountain
RAINBOW MOUNTAIN
The Rainbow Mountain, also known as Vinicunca or Montaña de Siete Colores, is a stunning natural wonder located in the Andes of Peru. This hike offers a unique and rewarding experience, allowing you to witness the stunning beauty of the Andes and the extraordinary natural phenomenon of the rainbow-colored mountain. The highlight of the hike is reaching the Rainbow Mountain itself, where you’ll be greeted by vibrant layers of minerals and sediments that form unique stripes of colors. These natural hues, ranging from red and pink to green and yellow, create a picturesque and awe-inspiring sight. It’s an adventure that combines physical challenge, breathtaking landscapes, and cultural insights, making it a memorable trek in Peru.
Trip Details
CUSCO – VINICUNCA – CUSCO
04:30 AM: Early pick-up from your hotel in private transportation.
Travel: 2-hour drive southeast to the Ccolpa community for breakfast.
Continue: 1-hour drive to Quesiuno community (4,326 meters / 14,189 feet).
Hike: Begin a challenging 2-hour uphill trek to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca).
Elevation: Summit at 5,020 meters / 16,466 feet.
Experience: Breathtaking landscapes, traditional Andean villages, herds of alpacas and llamas, diverse high-altitude flora and fauna.
Views: Vibrant mineral deposits creating a colorful tapestry.
Descent: 1.5-hour hike back to the starting point.
Return: Drive back to the Ccolpa community for lunch.
Arrive in Cusco: Drop-off at your hotel around 16:00.
- 1 person 275 USD
- 2 people 210 USD per person
- 3 people 190 USD per person
- 4 people 160 USD per person
- 5 people 140 USD per person
- 6+ people 120 USD per person
- Private roundtrip transportation
- Professional bilingual English/Spanish guide
- Entrance fee to the site
- Buffet breakfast and lunch
- Personal horse (available for hire at the beginning of the trek)
- Gratuities for driver and tour guide
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Day packback
- Snacks and water
- Sunscreen (SPF 35 or higher)
- Waterproof jacket/rain poncho (between October – March)
- Winter jacket, gloves, sun hat, beanie or head band
- Camera
- Extra money for souvenirs or tips