Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour

  • 1 Day
  • Shared
  • 4,100 masl

Summary

Day 1

Cusco – Cusipata – Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain – Cusco

Tour details

Included:

  • Hotel pickup in Cusco
  • Tourist transportation
  • Professional bilingual guide (English / Spanish)
  • Breakfast
  • Buffet lunch
  • Entrance ticket to Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain
  • First aid kit
  • Oxygen tank

Not included:

  • Personal expenses
  • Tips (optional)
  • Travel insurance

Itinerary

Cusco – Cusipata – Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain – Cusco

The tour begins with hotel pickup in Cusco between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m. Once the group is complete, we travel south of Cusco toward the district of Cusipata, where breakfast is served.

After breakfast, the journey continues to the Huallata Cunca Pass, located at 4,100 meters (13,451 ft) above sea level in the Palccoyo community. From this viewpoint, visitors can observe three colorful mountains at once.

A guided hike of approximately one hour follows, allowing exploration of the Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain range and the impressive Stone Forest. Along the route, travelers may encounter llamas, alpacas, and, during the rainy season, views of the Red River.

After the visit, we return by vehicle toward Cusco, stopping in Cusipata for a buffet lunch. The tour concludes with arrival in Cusco at approximately 5:00 p.m.

Recommendations

  • Acclimatize in Cusco before the tour
  • Wear warm, layered clothing
  • Use trekking shoes or comfortable hiking footwear
  • Bring water and personal snacks
  • Carry sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat
  • Bring a camera and extra batteries
  • Carry personal medication if needed
  • Follow the guide’s instructions at all times

FAQ

How long is the hike at Palccoyo?

The guided hike lasts approximately one hour. It starts from the Huallata Cunca Pass at 4,100 meters, where you can see three colorful mountains at once, and explores the Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain range and the Stone Forest.

Is the entrance ticket included?

Yes, the entrance ticket to Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain is included, together with hotel pickup, breakfast, buffet lunch, a bilingual guide, a first aid kit and an oxygen tank. Personal expenses and tips are not included.

What time is the pickup and when do we return?

Hotel pickup in Cusco is between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m. The tour finishes with arrival in Cusco at approximately 5:00 p.m.

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