Cuzco Peru Travel

The Rainbow Mountain categorized today as one of the natural wonders that you have to visit in Peru for sure!!!
Cuzco Peru Travel Offer to you the natural colors of the amazing Rainbow Mountain Trek, hiking through a beautiful Andean valley, in which you may interact with the local people who are still keeping traditional Quechua culture alive! You will see snowcapped peaks, herds of alpaca, glaciers and birds of prey, all set within an incredibly colorful mountain range. The Rainbow Mountain trek offers opportunities to see a range of wildlife including soaring eagles and caracara falcons. The colorful sandstone mountains in the Vinicunca area are very different from any other landscape you may visit in Peru!

Full day : Cusco – Cusipata – Llacto – Rainbow Mt – Llacto – Cusco

Day 1: Cusco – Cusipata – Llacto – Rainbow Mt – Llacto – Cusco

Your amazing Rainbow Mountain Trek Adventure begins with pick up from your hotel at 4am! We set out on our drive for 3 hours through the South Valley, on our way to the trailhead at Llacto (4,638m / 15,216 ft). Along the way, there are amazing views of farming Inca terraces, traditional villages, valleys and high
Andean peaks.

The herds of alpacas and llamas near your breakfast place will entertain you in the early morning. Enjoy a delicious breakfast, then get back in the van for the last 45-minute drive to the trailhead. We start on our hike following a lovely stream, with views of the Ausangate Mountain and glaciers. This is a great
place to interact with the local people, who are still keeping traditional Quechua culture alive. Learn about their traditional clothes and the significance of the different hats worn by the men. Ask your guide to teach you a few words of Quechua!

After hiking up for about 1.5 hours, we finally reach our destination: The Rainbow Mountain! (5,020m /16,466ft). After admiring the unique beauty of this colorful landscape, you will have time to explore the area. You can take pictures or just soak up the view. We will spend approximately 30 minutes at the top.
Afterwards, there is an optional hike across to the top of the Red Valley. This walk takes about 45 minutes longer to get back to the trailhead.

At this point, we hike back down the way we came. The hike takes 1 hour, then we enjoy our lunch.
We will embark on the 3-hour drive back to Cusco and drop you off at your Cusco hotel, arriving around 5:00pm.

**** There is an option to rent a horse from local people right at the starting point of the trek!

WHAT IS INCLUDED

Pick-up at your hotel the morning of your trek
Private transport from Cusco to trailhead and back to Cusco
English speaking, experienced and professional guide
Meals as indicated in the itinerary 1 Breakfast and 1 Lunch (optional vegetarian food with prior request)
First Aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED

Horses, which can be rented at the trailhead
Trekking Poles – $15
Tips for the driver & guide.

Enjoy this 1 day hike with expert team and in a small or private groups!

WHAT TO BRING FOR A DAY HIKE

A lightweight, waterproof day pack hiking boots
Warm clothes and hiking pants, not jeans
Layers of clothes for variable temperatures
Camera with charged batteries
Sun protection: sunscreen, sunhat, sunglasses
Thermals, wool socks, gloves, scarf, wool hat
Insect repellent
Water proof clothing and or a rain poncho
Water bottles (reusable, not disposable)
Personal medical kit
Extra money for souvenirs, drinks, tips
Walking sticks (rentable)
Favorite snacks
Hand sanitizer
Toilet paper
Copy of passport and student ID card if applicable

IMPORTANT INFORMATIONS

Please read carefully the following information. It will help with your questions about our services and the trek to Rainbow Mountain.

THE BRIEFING

Your briefing will take place the night before your trek. It will be in your hotel, depending on your confirmation email details. We coordinate all these details according to the information you will give us.

HOW TO BOOK THE RAINBOW MOUNTAIN TREK

we need to have the personal information of the participants or better a copy of the updated passport of the participants and the deposit, of course this information will be handled carefully and privately You need to make a deposit of 50% of the tour to be able to reserve the tour to Rainbow MT.

What about the Balance?

If you would like to avoid the high credit card fees in Peru, you may pay in cash at our office (US dollars or Peruvian soles) here in Cusco. There are many ATMS within the historical center to withdraw money. You can also pay by VISA or PAYPAL online but you will have to pay a 5.5% service fee, charged by VISA and PAYPAL. To pay your balance through PAYPAL, you need to log into your PAYPAL account and use our email address.

MAY I CHANGE THE DEPARTURE DATE AFTER THE TICKETS HAVE BEEN BOUGHT?

With alternative treks like the Rainbow Mountain Trek we may be able to change dates for a fee depending on what has been already purchased.

Please contact the office as soon as possible if you need to change your date.

*** If you cancel your Rainbow Mountain Trek, the deposit is not refundable at all!

WHAT IS THE WEATHER LIKE ON THE RAINBOW MOUNTAIN TREK?

The weather is very unpredictable and it’s difficult to foresee. With the Rainbow Mountain Trek, we highly recommend you bring some warm clothes and good rain gear in your day backpack especially in rainy season, there can be snow or rain. It can be very cold at the high altitudes of this trek. Also, at high altitude
clouds and even storms blow across quickly and with little warning.

WHAT ABOUT ALTITUDE SICKNESS ON THE RAINBOW MOUNTAIN TREK?

In general, if you exercise regularly and spend 3 days in Cusco, or in the Sacred Valley for acclimatization to the altitude, you may be just fine.

The recommended medicine for altitude sickness is WATER, COCA TEA and OXYGEN if needed; our guides are trained to treat you for Altitude Sickness. All guides carry oxygen.

We offer the Cusco City Tour and Sacred Valley tours that you can book while you are acclimatizing. Check out our day tours on our Main Page.

HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE THERE PER GROUP?

The maximum group size is 8 people. Usually our groups are between 2-6 people. Cuzco Peru Travel specializes in PRIVATE groups and provides a personalized service.

IS THE TREK DIFFICULT, DO I NEED TO BE FIT?

Yes, though the distance is not great, it is a difficult trek due to the high altitude and the last section is steep. You reach the altitude of 5100 metres/16732ft.

You need to be in good physical condition and have had time to adjust to the altitude before going on the trek. It is also important to be well acclimated to the altitude. Try to spend at least 3 days in Cusco (3350m/11,047ft) prior to starting the trek.

If you are doing other treks and tours in the Cusco area, we suggest that you schedule Rainbow Mountain as your last activity.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I AM UNABLE TO FINISH THE RAINBOW MOUNTAIN TREK?

In the unlikely scenario that you are unable to finish the trek due to a health issue, Cuzco Peru Travel will assist you to the nearest town for help with transportation. If you are unable to finish due to fatigue you can rent a horse.

We always carry oxygen on the trek for any respiratory problems. In extreme cases, a helicopter pick up can be arranged at your own expense. (Travel insurance required). There are no refunds in the unlikely situation that you are unable to finish the trek.

ARE WE GOING TO BE DROPPED AT OUR HOTEL AFTER THE TREK?

Absolutely!! Included in the package we will drop you at your hotel in Cusco! If you have booked your hotel in the Sacred Valley like Ollantaytambo or Urubamba, we will drop you off there too!

TIPPING

If you’re happy with the services provided, a tip – though not compulsory – is appreciated. While it may not be customary in your country, it’s of great significance for the people who will take care of you during the trek. Tipping is a part of the culture here in Peru. It inspires them to give excellent service and is
an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Cuzco Peru Travel destinations. Of course, you are free to tip as much as you feel appropriate, depending on your perception of the quality and the length of your trip.

Remember, a tip is not compulsory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.

GROUP PRICES

# OF PERSONS PRICE PER PERSON
2 persons $120 pp
3 persons $100 pp
4 persons $90 pp
5 persons $80 pp
6 or more persons $70 pp

***Price per person based on the number of participants in the group.

When group is finalized, each person will pay per person based on the size of the final group. There is no guarantee of how many may join except the limit is 10 people per group.

***Minimum is 2 participants per group to start a group.

PRIVATE GROUP PRICES (Any date)
# OF PERSONS PRICE PER PERSON
2 persons $150 pp
3 persons $130 pp
4 persons $120 pp
5 persons $110 pp
6 or more persons $90 pp

***Private group price is based on group price not per person, and will be completely private with your own guide, chauffeur and private van. No others will be added to the group.

***Minimum is 1 person but that person will pay $197 for the private group.

All our tours are based on private service and can be customized to satisfy your personal needs and preferences. Please do not hesitate to contact us at info@cuzcoperutravel.com and receive more assistance for planning your customized private tour in Peru.
Our prices often vary based on the requirements of your trip, and will depend on
number of travellers, length of time, type of accommodation, etc.

FURTHER INFORMATION:

For any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us! Get in touch with our travel experts by our Live Chat Help or by email at: info@cuzcoperutravel.com In addition, call us at (+51) 979709678
Our travel experts will be glad to assist you at any time!