Rainbow Mountain Hike From Cusco, Peru

RAINBOW MOUNTAIN HIKE PERU

Rainbow Mountain Hike is an epic 3-hour trek of 7 km/4.3 miles trail, and reaches the mountain top at 5036 m /16,000 ft. The Rainbow Mountain is one of the most famous and spectacular attractions to hike in Peru. Its name suits and describes perfectly the mountain of the vibrant colors. And, this is natural that have been formed over the years through weathering and erosion. This creates the breathtaking display of colors you’ll encounter when you Hike Rainbow Mountain Peru.

Rainbow Mountain Hike starts with a short ascent at Fulawasipata, then takes a break with the longer, flatter stretch before finally preparing you for the short, steep climb to the lookout point. Hikes to Rainbow Mountain in Peru have never been easy, mostly because of the altitude symptoms. But, with a good determination, acclimatation and the right company, you can conquer the Rainbow Mountain. Now if you want to make it less difficult, there is an option to go by horse and walk the last section. And walking in this section of the trail is a must to be able to take the best photographs and enjoy the amazing surrounding landscapes the Rainbow Mountain has to offer.

HIKE RAINBOW MOUNTAIN PERU

Rainbow Mountain Hike length: 3 hours RT, based on regular pace.

Rainbow Mountain Trail Distance: 7 km. (4 miles)

Rainbow Mountain trailhead: 4,328 meters (14,200 feet) above sea level. – Summit: 5,036 meters (16,486 feet) above sea level.

Rainbow Mountain Weather: Always cold and changeable.

RAINBOW MOUNTAIN HIKE FROM CUSCO

Rainbow Mountain Hike

The Rainbow Mountain Hike used to require at least 5 days, but now you can get there in a day trip! For the Rainbow Mountain Tour our private vehicle heads towards the south valley of Cusco and reaches the trailhead of Phulawasipata. The Rainbow Mountain Hike starts here and takes about 3 hours back and forth. The Rainbow Mountain Trail offers beautiful Andean landscapes with the Ausangate Mountain behind. This is the tallest point in the region of Cusco and has been considered a holy place of worship by indigenous Peruvians for a millennium. The tradition of prayer and making offerings continues to this day. Its valleys are also populated by wild and domestic camelids. With some luck, you might be able to spot them on your hike!

The Rainbow Mountain is Peru’s second most popular attraction after Machu Picchu and deserves a place on your bucket list when you visit Cusco. To get the most out of your trip and for a perfect Rainbow Mountain Hike, choose a private tour specialist company like ours!

RAINBOW MOUNTAIN HIKE 1 DAY

Rainbow Mountain Day Hike Trailhead: 4,328 meters (14,200 feet) above sea level.

Summit: 5,036 meters (16,486 feet) above sea level.

When you Hike to Rainbow Mountain in Peru, the altitude is something you should put into consideration. Trail is not too steep and wouldn’t be difficult if it wasn’t for the altitude. We suggest that you take this hike at the end of your trip to allow a good acclimation.

The symptoms of high altitude sickness (“soroche” in Peru) can include headache, nausea, dizziness, tiredness and shortness of breath. In some cases these symptoms can develop into more serious situation. This can happen when you climb quickly to high altitudes and generally above 10,000 ft / 3,050m.

BEST TIME TO HIKE RAINBOW MOUNTAIN PERU

The peruvian Andes offers two different seasons: dry (May to november) and wet ( December to April). And the best time to take the Rainbow Mountain Hike is during the dry season.

If it’s a clear day, the views at the top are incredible. We don’t recommend the Rainbow Mountain Hike on a rainy, cloudy day because you wouldn’t see anything. Also, the hike could be harder as the trail becomes muddy and slippery.

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RAINBOW MOUNTAIN HIKE FULL DAY

The Rainbow Mountain Hike starts with a pickup at 5:00 am from your hotel in Cusco. Then, We will take a 2-hour drive in our private vehicle, heading to the south valley of Cusco. When we reach Cusipata, we will enjoy our breakfast. This is your last chance to use the proper bathroom and get some snacks. We recommend that you get some lemon-flavored candies and some water.

Rainbow Mountain Hike tour continues in our transport for another hour to reach phulawasipata. Here, begin your Hike enjoying a typical Andean scenery with herds of alpacas and llamas. Views of Ausangate Mountain will grace us as we trek through villages and interact with locals. You’ll also see many red-colored mountains and green valleys who are the main highlights of this adventure.

We summit the Rainbow Mountain after a total hike of approximately 2 hours. we’ll reach our destination at an elevation of 5025m/16,500ft. Fom the lookout point enjoy the natural and fantastic vibrant colors. Also, you’ll have plenty of time to explore, take pictures and take it all in. We’ll enjoy approximately 30 minutes at the summit. We’ll descend the same trail for 1 hour to finish the Rainbow Mountain Hike, and continue by car to our lunch spot.

Finally, we will take a 3-hour drive back to Cusco and we’ll drop off at your hotel at 5:00 pm.

TOUR MAP

Trip Level:

Doable

TOUR DETAILS:

Length: full day
Tour Type: Private Service

PRICE FROM:

$125.00

Lodging: No hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Activity: Adventures Tour

VIRTUAL TOUR

HIGHLIGHTS

The Rainbow Mountain.

Red Valley, Ausangate snow mountain.

Pricing

Private Service:

Prices are per person, valid through 2022
2	3 - 4	5 - 6	7 - 8
$ 175	$ 125	$ 95	$ 80

The Rainbow Mountain Peru Hike is perfect for friends, couples, and families because you can leave any date you wish. With our private premium tours, you can also set your pace to maximize your experience. You do not have to wait for anyone else, the Rainbow Mountain Tour starts with only 02 passengers.

Rainbow Mountain Hike Includes:

Professional English-speaking tour guide.
Roundtrip private transportation between your hotel and the trailhead at Quesiuno.
Entrance ticket to Rainbow Mountain.
One continental breakfast and one box lunch.
Emergency oxygen bottle and medical kit.
Emergency horse .

Rainbow Mountain Peru Hike Excludes:

Trekking poles (can be rented from us).
Dinner and bottles of water.
Travel /Health / Emergency insurance.

Extra Services:

Walking Sticks: $ 8.

Bring for Rainbow Mountain Tours:

Original Passport.
Sufficient drinking water.
Rain jacket/poncho and pants.
Warm clothing, hat, and gloves.
High-energy snacks.
Sunblock, minimum 30+ recommended.
Sunglasses and sun hat.
Camera with extra batteries.
Binoculars.
Trekking poles (can also be rented from us).

Singh-NJ

Perfect Trip to Cusco & Machu Picchu. We had a fantastic experience using Mapi Tour. I reached out to a number of tour guides to help me plan my 1 week vacation to Lima/Cusco/Machu Picchu. I number of them where located in the United States so they seemed more like middlemen, but after interacting with David I felt the most comfortable working with him as a local tour operator with years of experience leading tours in Cusco and Machu Picchu. My wife and I did a tour of Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and added Rainbow mountain whilst we were in Cusco. David and his team - Karen, Freddy, and Eloy were very professional, friendly and supportive to our needs in making sure we were worry-free about our tours. I truly recommend using local tour guides and David if you are planning a trip to Peru.

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Eric A

I booked a tour for myself, my wife, and teenage daughter with Mapi Tour in January and we just completed it. What an excellent experience! David was our guide throughout the tour that included Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, Cusco, and Rainbow Mtn. As a guide, David is very knowledgeable, friendly, patient, and well-organized. We had to change our original plan a little due to covid travel restrictions, but he was very accommodating and understanding. Overall an excellent experience. We will definitely call on their services when we return to Cusco in the future. Gracias, David!

Usa

jmabaquiao

Fell more in love with Peru! It has always been on my bucket list to visit one of the most mysterious and spectacular peaks on earth.. Machu Picchu called - and I came! A friend of mine recommended this company and I would say that it is a great choice! Mapi tour did a great job in taking care of us. I would like to give a shoutout to David for arranging our hotel bookings and tour itineraries. He even picked us up at the airport! Karen was our coordinator throughout our 4 day trip And I couldn’t ask for more. She was very reliable, and very organised. Our daily itinerary was clearly explained to us and all our questions were happily answered by our guides. 4 days is not enough as there is so much more to see but I would definitely come back and wont hesitate to contact David and Karen for my future trip. - An excellent team that I would definitely recommend to everyone.

Sydney,Au

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