Tour Summary
Rainbow Mountain 2 days and 1 night is a trekking adventure that starts in the city of Cusco, continues to the base of the mountain, and after a moderate hike, we will reach the Rainbow Mountain.
The most important thing is that this adventure is a great option for people who love nature and trekking but do not have many days available. Along this route, we will see beautiful landscapes typical of the high Andean zones, where you will feel a deep connection with nature.
General Information
Day 1: Cusco – Pitumarca – Quesuno – Circular Lagoon
We will start with the hotel pickup in Cusco at 05:00 a.m.
Then we will head south of Cusco to the town of Cusipata, where we will have our first stop to enjoy breakfast.
Afterward, we will continue along the road to the parking area, from where we will start our hike passing through small villages and observing the typical flora and fauna of the area. We will arrive at the foothills of the Ausangate mountain, where we will have lunch.
Later, we will begin our uphill hike toward the Circular Lagoon. Along the way, we will explore the surroundings, observe local shepherds, vast plains, and hundreds of alpacas — just the beginning of a fascinating adventure.
Finally, we will arrive at the Circular Lagoon, where we can enjoy the sunset surrounded by a beautiful waterfall and nature. At the end of the day, we will have dinner and a campfire.
Day 2: Rainbow Mountain – Red Valley – Chilca – Cusco
We will start the day with a delicious breakfast and a privileged view of the mountains. Then, we will begin the ascent to Rainbow Mountain, located at 5,000 meters above sea level. Once we reach the top, we will have time to walk around and take photos.
Next, we will visit the famous Red Valley. After exploring this wonderful place, we will begin our descent following the same route to the community of Chillca, where our transport will be waiting to take us back to the first stop for lunch and then to Cusco city.
Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco – Pitumarca – Quesuno – Circular Lagoon
- 05:00 a.m. – Pickup from your hotel and trip to Pitumarca
- 07:30 a.m. – American breakfast in Pitumarca
- 09:00 a.m. – Start of the hike toward Ausangate mountain
- 01:00 p.m. – Lunch at the mountain viewpoint
- 04:00 p.m. – Arrival at the Circular Lagoon
- 05:00 p.m. – Preparation for dinner and camping night
Day 2: Rainbow Mountain – Red Valley – Chilca – Cusco
- 05:00 a.m. – Breakfast at the camping area
- 06:00 a.m. – Start of the second day hike
- 08:00 a.m. – Arrival at Rainbow Mountain
- 10:00 a.m. – Visit to Red Valley
- 12:30 p.m. – Arrival at Chillca community
- 12:40 p.m. – Return transport
- 02:00 p.m. – Lunch in Cusipata
- 05:30 p.m. – Arrival in Cusco, end of the tour
Inclusions
INCLUDED:
- Hotel pickup in Cusco.
- Private round-trip transportation.
- Bilingual tour guide.
- Meals (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner).
- Trekking poles.
- First aid kit and oxygen.
- Mountain tents (2 people per tent).
- Dining and kitchen tents (table, chairs, mats, and toilet).
- Cook and assistant.
- Luggage transfer (6 kg per person).
NOT INCLUDED:
- Tips.
- Entrance to Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley (20 soles).
- Emergency horses.
Price
| PRICE PER PERSON – 2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT TOUR (MINIMUM 2 PASSENGERS) | 220.00 USD |
| PRIVATE TOUR (MIN. 2 PERSONS) | Upon Request |
PAYMENT METHODS
To book the tour, you must make a non-refundable deposit of 50% of the total tour price per person. Once you arrive in Cusco – Peru, you must pay the remaining balance at our offices before starting the tour. We accept both US dollars and Peruvian soles, and only in cash. You can book any of our services using these methods:
WESTERN UNION
Money transfer company (the fastest and safest way to send money in Peru). The transfer of your deposit takes only a few minutes, which gives us a great advantage to quickly purchase tickets before spaces run out for Waynapicchu Mountain or trains. Sending money via WESTERN UNION has an additional fee, which must be fully covered by the client.
Name: ANGEL JOSEPH
Last name: BONNETT PEREZ
ID Number: 45795736
City: CUSCO
Country: PERU
Then send us an email with the following information:
Operation and transaction number: (MTCN) / 10-digit number, very important
PAYPAL
This is a fast and secure method to send money from anywhere in the world. You can send your deposit using your credit card or bank account. This method has an additional 10% fee, which must be fully covered by the client. [email protected]
BANK TRANSFER
We also accept bank transfers from any bank to our account. This method has no extra cost, but in some cases, your bank may charge you a transaction fee, which must be fully covered by the client.
When making your transfer from any local bank, please use the following information:
Bank Name: INTERBANK SOLES
Account Number: Soles – 4283 1148429052
Interbank Number: 0034 280131 4842905206
Account Holder: ANGEL JOSEPH BONNETT PEREZ
SWIFT Code: BINPPEPL
Bank Name: BCP DOLLARS
Account Number: Dollars – 285-39705167194
Interbank Number: 002285 13970 516719458
Beneficiary Name: BONNETT PEREZ ANGEL JOSEPH
SWIFT Code: BCPLPEPL
Bank Name: BCP SOLES
Account Number: Soles – 285-37127107094
Interbank Number: 00228513712710709452
Beneficiary Name: BONNETT PEREZ ANGEL JOSEPH
SWIFT Code: BCPLPEPL
The deposit must be sent under the name of ANGEL JOSEPH BONNETT PEREZ.
Then, please send us the deposit receipt to our email, attaching the following information:
- Scanned copy of passport or ID of the participants of the tour.
- Start and end date of the tour to reserve spaces and permits.
- To start the booking process, please send us the following information:
- Name of the accommodation where the traveler will be staying in Cusco.
- Phone number and email address for emergencies.
Recommendations
- Do the route considering your physical condition and altitude adaptation. We recommend doing the hike after spending a few days acclimating. Our guides carry a first aid kit and oxygen tank in case you need it.
- We recommend wearing suitable hiking shoes since this is a high-mountain route.
- Bring a backpack (maximum 25 liters) with your camera, hat, sunscreen, and a water bottle.
- It sometimes rains in the mountains, so we recommend bringing a jacket and a change of clothes to stay dry and warm.
- You can also carry coca leaves or candies; they help provide extra energy during the hike.
