full day
Daily Tour
18 people
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Get ready to experience one of Peru’s most breathtaking spots in a fun and comfortable way with the ATV Rainbow Mountain Tour! This full-day adventure lets you explore the iconic Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) while zooming through the stunning Andean landscapes on an ATV. As you traverse the high-altitude terrain, you’ll be surrounded by awe-inspiring views of snow-capped mountains, red valley, and quaint villages, all with minimal hiking required. Our professional guides will share safety tips and local knowledge, making sure your experience is both smooth and enjoyable. After your thrilling ATV ride, a short stroll will take you to the main viewpoint, where you can soak in the mountain’s vibrant colors and snap some unforgettable photos. Perfect for thrill-seekers and those looking for a unique twist on the classic hike, this tour beautifully blends excitement, comfort, and the natural splendor of the Vilcanota Mountain Range. This tour is perfect for adventure seekers
Early Morning Pick-Up
We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco between 4:00 a.m. and 4:30 a.m. and begin our journey toward the southern valley of Cusco.
Breakfast in Cusipata
After approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes of travel, we will arrive in the town of Cusipata, where you will enjoy a buffet breakfast to prepare for the adventure.
Drive to the ATV Base
We will continue for another 1 hour and 30 minutes by vehicle to reach the community of Osefina, home to the ATV station located near Red Valley.
ATV Briefing & Training (Red Valley – 4,600 m / 15,092 ft)
Upon arrival, you will receive a safety briefing and ATV driving instructions before starting the tour.
ATV Ride to Red Valley Viewpoint
The ATV ride lasts approximately 30 minutes, ascending through the spectacular Red Valley until reaching the main viewpoint at 5,100 meters (16,732 ft) above sea level.
Hike Through Red Valley to Rainbow Mountain
From the viewpoint, we begin a 20–30 minute hike, passing through the most impressive viewpoints of Red Valley while enjoying panoramic landscapes and unique red-colored mountains.
Visit Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca)
Upon reaching Rainbow Mountain, you will have free time to explore, take photos, and admire this incredible natural wonder.
Return by ATV & Lunch in Cusipata
After the visit, we return by foot to the ATVs and descend back to the parking area, where our vehicle will be waiting. We then travel back to Cusipata to enjoy a buffet lunch.
Return to Cusco
After lunch, we head back to Cusco, arriving at your hotel at approximately 5:00 p.m.
Rainbow Mountain or Vinicunca is located in Peru, in the Cusco region, province of Canchis in the village of Pitumarca.
This mountain is a natural formation that shows the whim of nature through kilometers of land that are changing their coloring by the richness in minerals and it is from the viewpoint of Vinicunca, from where you will have a spectacular view of the entire Cordillera of the Andes with its whimsical colors that resemble the Rainbow.
The point of maximum height is 5200 meters above sea level; however the tour part of the city of Cusco, passing through towns like Checacupe and Pitumarka until you get to the start point of the walk called Pampachiri to 3800 meters above sea level, from where we will ascend to the observation deck at a height of 5200 meters above sea level.
The Mountain Rainbow is located 138 km from the city of Cusco and takes about 4 hours to get to this place between the trip by car and on foot without counting the stops to feed and rest.
The degree of difficulty of this route is intermediate – easy, so it is recommended for people with an optimal physical state, as the advancement could be a little tiring for people who are not accustomed to these walks in height. However you can rent a horse in the same locality of Pampachiri with the Communards who offer this service just for people who cannot walk or not willing to walk for three hours.
You must bear in mind that the horse is guided by a horseman and will leave about 15 minutes from the viewpoint of Vinicunca so if you or if you will have to walk this stretch.
The tour departs every day of the year, being the dry season the most recommended between the months of April to November however the rest of months even with the presence of rain and hail (sometimes) offers us a view that can only be seen with this climate that you can cope with a rain poncho and good trekking shoes.
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