Rainbow Mountain Hike
Difficulty: Challenging - Time: 11 hours and 30 minutes
Pass herds of llamas and alpacas on the climb to this rainbow-colored peak. Don’t worry. No actual rock climbing involved. It’s beginner-friendly but walk away with serious bragging rights. Don’t forget your camera.
About this tour:
- Start: Cuzco
- End: Cuzco
- Transportation: Van
- Maximum of 15 people
- Book it until 16:00 hrs
Travel experiences:
ITINERARY AND MAP
DETAILED ITINERARY
PLEASE NOTE
This tour is a shared service, is not suitable for wheelchair users or strollers. It is not recommended for travelers with heart conditions, mobility limitations, or pregnant women, and it requires participants to have a moderate level of physical fitness.
Difficulty:Moderate. Hiking at altitude is tougher than your average walk so don’t underestimate the challenge. Suitable for anyone with a moderate level of fitness. It’s 8km of hiking in total, climbing 400m in altitude.
Altitude:You’ll reach heights of approximately 5,020m/16,469ft above sea level.
Cancellation Policy:
Fully refundable until 48 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations made after this period are non-refundable.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Get the money-shot of this multi-colored peak from the viewpoint at Vinicunca.
- Hike past herds of grazing llamas and alpacas.
- It’s not all about rainbow mountain–you’ll be spoiled with views of snow-capped Ausangate, too.
WHAT TO WEAR?
Hiking boots (very comfortable), wind and rain jacket, fleece sweater (it's better to wear several lightweight layers than one heavy fleece), sun hat (with a visor or brim), sunglasses, and comfortable, lightweight, quick-drying clothing (jeans are not recommended). Cotton T-shirts, hiking shorts, a bandana, water bottle or canteen, camera, snacks, sunscreen and high-protection sun cream, insect repellent, and lip balm.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The transfer and excursion schedules for Shared Service mentioned above are for reference only. There may be a wait time of up to 30 minutes due to traffic. If your hotel is not within the pickup area for shared tours, we will provide a meeting point and time for the start of the tour. Please arrive 15 minutes early to begin with the group. This activity does not include breakfast, gratuities, or horseback riding.
EMERGENCY CONTACT
For any emergency or urgent matters before your tour, please contact Ontour
Email: ontourperu@condortravel.com
Whatsapp: +51 940253487
Phone: 084604070
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are your emergency contact?
For any emergency or urgent matters before your tour, please contact Ontour
What are your business hours?
Our business hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
What type of payment methods do you accept?
We accept all major debit and credit cards, including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club.
Can I get a refund if I cancel my tour?
You may cancel your tour up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund. Please note that this policy does not apply to the Machu Picchu: Zero-Hike Edition tour.
Can I book multiple tours at once, or do I have to purchase them separately?
You can add as many tours as you'd like to your cart, along with the number of people for each tour, and purchase them all in a single transaction.