Full-Day Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley Trip from Cusco

Highlights

Hike rugged terrain through the Red Valley and up Rainbow Mountain
Spot native wildlife on the trail and get incredible views from the summit
Ideal for active travelers with a love of the outdoors

Summary

Following an early-morning pickup at your Cusco accommodation, board your air-conditioned minivan and head out for your full-day tour, starting with a traditional breakfast in the local Qesyuno community. Then, with energy levels high, follow rugged hiking trails through the Red Valley to the summit of Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca)—an incredible naturally multicolored formation considered among the most spiritually significant peaks in Peru. From this vantage point at more than 16,500 feet (5,000 meters), admire panoramic views over the open countryside. With your guide to lead the way, spot native wildlife among the cliffs and trails, and enjoy the feeling of escaping the busy city. Stop for lunch along the trail and experience the tranquility of the Peruvian wilderness. Conclude your trek back in Qesyuno, then transfer back to central Cusco, where your tour ends.

Tour info

Duration

14 hours

Why take this tour?

Peru's Red Valley and Rainbow Mountain offer beautiful wilderness and spectacular scenery, but reaching the heights without transport or local knowledge makes for a tough challenge. On this full-day guided tour, hike into the rugged Red Valley and reach the summit of spectacular Rainbow Mountain.

What’s included?

Hotel pickup
Professional guide
Breakfast
Lunch
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Entry/Admission - Cusco
Hotel drop-off
Gratuities
Entrance to the Rainbow Mountain and red valley

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 14h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Regular temperature checks for staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Groups limited to 10 persons while the Pandemic is active by the W.H.O.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Rainbow Mountain Cusco

About operator:

Welcome to Rainbow Mountain Cusco Journey through an undiscovered land of wild desert landscapes, snow capped peaks, herds of alpaca, and arrive at the ultimate destination - The “Rainbow Mountain” hidden deep in the Andes. Throughout your journey you will pass through a vibrant green valley with the impressive Ausangate mountain towering in the distance. You will experience first hand how locals live in the mountains and even have a chance to speak with them. As you get closer to the Rainbow Mountain you will begin to see the first signs of the colored minerals that formed the painted hills. Your guide will explain what makes up the existence of the “Rainbow Mountain”, and finally with one last push you will hike up to a vantage point that gives you a 360 degree view of the beautiful landscape that makes up this sacred land.