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Short Trek to the Rainbow Mountain
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Short Trek to the Rainbow Mountain

By Rainbow Mountain Cusco Tour Company
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Ages 18-65, max of 15 per group
Duration: 13h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English, Spanish
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  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Hiking pooles
  • Professional tour guide
  • First aid kit
  • Oxygen
What's not included
  • Bottled water
  • Horses. (Available since 90 soles)
  • Entrance ticket to the rainbow mountain
  • Entry/Admission - Cerro Colorado Vinicunca


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • Please Provide the name and address of your hotel in Cusco to Pick Up
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        • Service animals allowed
        • Near public transportation
        • Infants must sit on laps
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 49313P18

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
        • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
        • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 49313P18

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        $90.00
        per adult
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          This a really good option for people who don't want to walk more than 3 hours to the famous rainbow mountain in Cusco, Peru, this is the short vertion that demands only 1,5 hours of hike, then you will have more time to enjoy the magical landscape located over the 5000 metters over the sea level !..
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        • Rainbow Mountain Cusco Tour Company
          1,204
          Cusco, Peru
          Joined in June 2016
        • 421tysons
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          5000 meters baby !
          Great trip[. Ruben was informative and friendly. Both guides were very encouraging when things got tough. Beautiful scenery !! I am glad I did this. Would recommend.
          Written January 2, 2025
        • adammoseley4
          0 contributions
          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          BAD TOUR - CANCELLED LAST MINUTE
          Horrible experience. On Christmas Eve, with less than 24 hour notice, the tour company cancelled the trip. (I booked through Viator, a subsidiary of Tripadvisor, who mandates consumers can only cancel with more than 24 hour notice.) Luckily, I was able to go with another tour company. When contacted, the original tour company claimed it was cancelled due to weather. However, when I went to Rainbow Mountain, there was no issues with weather. I talked to other tour guides from other services and they said there was no issue with weather. Additionally, the other tour services speculated this service suddenly had their guides absent due to Christmas and just blamed weather. I would not trust this company ever and would recommend to go with other services to Rainbow Mountain.
          Written January 2, 2025
        • JohnW9378
          0 contributions
          2.0 of 5 bubbles
          Photoshop?
          Photoshop at its most extreme......Totally underwhelming mass tourist trap full of Instagram posers. 7 hours on a cramped minibus only to be taken for an idiot
          Written December 22, 2024
        • 416khristinem
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          It’s worth doing it for the experience!
          We had a very rare experience since it snowed on the day we went. It was still fun but it was cold! We didn’t see the different colors of Rainbow Mtn but it’s unique to have pictures of the snow covered terrain. Ours guides Luis and Alfredo were super nice!! The breakfast buffet was okay but lunch was great! The hike is not that hard as long as you pace yourself.
          Written November 19, 2024
        • 995amrits
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Rainbow mountain and red valley hike with Alpaca tours.
          Did Rainbow mountain and Red valley hike with Alpaca tours, although hike was grueling due to Altitude our guide Luc was great she encouraged all the way and kept pace slow to match ours. Meals were great, Wonderful experience. Thanks Luc.
          Written November 10, 2024
        • Aghia007
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Rainbow Mountains - Honest Review
          Had a great day out in the Rainbow Mountains organized by Machu Pich Reservations. Even though it is not a long trek up to the top, being over 5000m high you will feel the effects of the lack of oxygen. As long as you take it nice and easy, drink plenty of water you will do it, you don’t even need trekking boots, just a decent pair of trainers will do At the top the weather can change suddenly as we found out, wind, then scattered shower followed by hailstones so make sure you have a warm fleece and waterproof jacket with you at all times. If you think you are going to struggle or have just come into Cusco and not had a chance to aclimatise then recommend that you let your guide get you a horse to take you up three quarters of the way, that way you still get to experience walking the last bit whilst safeguarding your health. Reason why I am saying is that because in our group, one couple were rushed to hospital in an ambulance due to the altitude and then whilst on the way down a young girl collapsed in the back of our van and we had to get her out and giver her oxygen, thanks Shep. Machu Pichu Reservations can you make sure that you remove used oxygen bottles as the first one we used was empty, second one nearly empty, luckly the third one was full.
          Written November 6, 2024
        • adrenalinejunkie007
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Recommended!
          Took a tour with this company after reading other recommendations here, and do not regret it. We heard horror stories about other tour operators and feared the worst, but thankfully wasn't the case with this company. Both breakfast and lunch options were ample and delicious (though I'd be careful with eating too much for breakfast given the altitude and hike to follow). Both the driver and Anibal knew what they were doing and ensured we were taken care of at all times. I myself couldn't do the hike myself after messing up my knee in Macchu Picchu days before, and Anibal helped me secure a horseback ride to and from the mountain. (Side note--that was a great option if you can't do the full hike. They drop you off sufficiently far enough for you to brave the altitude and part of the hike so it's not "cheating".) We also got to the mountain early enough to beat crowds, which is helpful. Would definitely trust this experience with them again.
          Written October 30, 2024
        • filippaskydsgaardj
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Very professional
          Andy was an excellent guide, would really recommend!! He was very professionel and nice, and everybody was allowed to walk in own pace:)
          Written October 22, 2024
        • debbsterr
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Rainbow MT
          Rainbow MT is not for the weak! It’s not hard BUT the altitude is noooo joke! Luis was great and patient as we hiked up. Thank you Luis for everything!
          Written October 20, 2024
        • Gwynne M
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great Excursion
          This was a well organised trip, Alfredo and Victor both did a great job looking after us all. Very professional and friendly.
          Written October 18, 2024
        • 344joanav
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great experience
          Amazing tour and it was not as busy in the off season! Many bathroom stops along the way (cost 2 soles each time to use - but you get toilet paper and running water!) Tour guides are good at making sure group is okay
          Written October 6, 2024
        • AnnabelleNYC
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Magnificent
          I am not sure if this was the same tour I took from Lllas Inn where I was stayed. Absolutely fantasitc tour, they will pick you up at the hotel provide a blanket and two meals. Okay I speak very little spanish but the main guide Christian ( I hope the name is right:):) He specially translated for me in English and always helped me especially I was almost given up few times :):) He gave me an encouragement to go on so I did. He even helped me by hands . He took my photo that is the thing when you travel alone nobody would help to take my photo but yes if you asked then they will .Very friendly comfortable tour. On top of that it is worth clibing up all the way up to see this BEAUTIFUL NATURE. You deserved to see a beautiful earth because of our earth has been changing due to dlimate changing so better go book this one day tour and make friends . I made many friends even I could not make communicates but with heart!! It's a beautiful thing. Thank you Christian Thank you Monica Thank you to all!!
          Written September 28, 2024
        • DA_2011134
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great trip
          Great trip. Well organised and great guide. Transport on time. The walk was quite easy but would recommend wearing sensible shoes or not trainers/ flip flops.
          Written September 27, 2024
        • Katy C
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Rainbow Mountain - Worth the hike!
          Rainbow Mountain is a must see in Peru! Never experienced anything like it. The hike is not for the faint of heart, but the views at the top were breathtaking and so worth the trek up! Anibal was an excellent tour guide and made the trip that much better! Highly recommend!
          Written September 26, 2024
        • C9630BPsarahm
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great!
          Tour guides were great! Mountains were beautiful! It's next to a glacier which was a nice bonus. The hike is challenging but doable.
          Written September 26, 2024
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        Ila
        Lima, Peru10 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        May 2019 • Family
        It’s a dark, early morning start 4:00 - 4:30am.
        From Cusco city it’s about a 3 hour journey on the road , with a stop for a quick breakfast in one of the rural restaurants. The coffee is good and there are toilet facilities.
        It’s a slow, bumpy ride up the mountain on a dirt road.
        As it gets higher, it gets cooler.
        At the mountain, the toilet facilities are VERY basic and cost one sol.
        The REAL challenge is the ALTITUDE that slows the pace down. The hike up the mountain is pretty flat with the exception of two Elevations.
        Horses can be rented to go up and down, the handlers will quickly guide the horses for you. Each horse has its own pace, so If you’re traveling with your family or friends, it’s best you ALL rent horses or walk not to get Separated. The horse ride is bumpy, so there is not much chance for photos. We rented horses to go up and walked down. Going down is much easier than than going up.
        The views are truly AMAZING!!
        The locals have stands selling water, soft drinks, coca sweets, chocolates and salty snacks.
        The hike is about 3 to 4 hours depending on fitness levels and individual reaction to altitude.
        After the hike the drive down the mountain is quicker. There is a stop for lunch at a rural restaurant and back to Cusco.
        The scenery on the drive back is IMPRESSIVE!
        Very recomendable.
        Written May 12, 2019
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        Megan R
        Fort Wayne, IN8 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        So much fun!! Best guide ever - he was so funny and when I had a hard time hiking up the mountain he immediately pulled out his phone, played eye of the tiger, and started dancing to help encourage the group. It was a great view and I pet lots of llamas and alpacas along the way! 10/10 recommend! 😊🦙
        Written October 28, 2022
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        L11112
        6 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        We booked this tour but due to issues at rainbow mountain and it being shut, we were given options on what we wanted to do instead! We ended up going to Palccoyo Rainbow Mountains instead and it was amazing!! Not so much of a tricky hike, beautiful views and our tour guide Mario was superb!! Couldn’t have asked for a better tour.
        Written March 14, 2022
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        Maria Sofia M
        2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2019 • Couples
        I fully recommend this tour, pick up was on time, the car is in a very good condition, the group is small which is really good, breakfast and lunch it’s ok. The guide was incredible, he support you during the whole trekking ...
        Written August 3, 2019
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        annemareew2017
        Ballarat, Australia3 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Apr 2019 • Couples
        Carlos was an excellent guide. Absolutely amazing memories which he photographed and airdropped to us. Organised a special treat of a local ketchwan lady and her Yamba to walk with us in addition to a picnic on top of the mountain. Carlos walked to our ability. Highly recommend this day tour
        Written May 4, 2019
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