Ausangate Hike 2 Days to Rainbow Mountain
2 DAYS / 1 NIGHTS
3/5
4600 MASL / 15190 FT
Ausangate, Rainbow Mountain
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Rainbow Mountain Trek 2 Days
RAINBOW MOUNTAIN HIKE
2 DAYS / 1 NIGHTS Short Hike
23 reviews
Rainbow Mountain Trek 2 Days
RAINBOW MOUNTAIN HIKE
2 DAYS / 1 NIGHTS Short Hike
23 reviews
Altitude
5050 MASL/ 171414 FT
Departure
CUSCO
Physical Level
3/5
Duration
2 DAYS / 1 NIGHTS
Group Size
8 PER GROUP
Seasson
MARCH TO DECEMBER
Accomodation
CAMPING
Trip Style
HIKING AND CAMPING
Overview
The Rainbow Mountain Peru or Mountain of 7 colors, also known as Vinicunca, is a unique destination for many. It is located near the incredible Ausangate mountain.
We will arrive at this route of 2 days / 1 night to allow you to reach Vinicunca in 1 ½ day. The hike itself is fantastic, and we can observe the flames and alpacas of the area and many native communities, potato fields, and views of the Apu Ausangate.
This is a spectacular trip for hikers who love a true adventure outdoors with uninterrupted beauty and solitude. Please join us for this unique adventure.
Itinerary
Cusco – Urcos – Quesiuno – Llamachimpana
We will pick you up early in your hotel in Cusco and depart on a tourist bus through the southern valley. The journey to the Quesiuno trek (4,326 m) is 3 hours long. Once we reach the bridge of Inkintuyoc, our cook will prepare us a delicious breakfast.
After breakfast, we will load all the equipment on the horses and start our hike uphill. Following a charming brook, you will be immediately surprised by the herds of llamas and alpacas. We will enjoy breathtaking views of the Ausangate Mountain. We will tour the villages and interact with residents. We will have the opportunity to see chinchillas and vicuñas. The vicuñas are the only non-domesticated animal of the llamas family in Peru.
After a 3 to 4 hour hike, we will arrive at our camp in Ccrabrabiri, near the village of Llamachimpana. Our cook will make us a fantastic lunch upon arrival. After lunch (weather permitting), we will go to the town and have the opportunity to interact with residents. They will tell us about their local customs and would love to share their history with the hikers. We will talk about the potato fields that surround the area.
Then we return to the camp where we will have happy hour and dinner. When night falls, we will have a night of serene sleep under the stars.
- Distance covered: 4.5 km (2.7 miles)
- Time: 3 to 4 hours
- Lowest elevation: 4,300m (14,107 ft)
- Highest elevation: 4,550m ( 14,927 ft)
- Level of difficulty: Moderate to challenging
Llamachimpana – Vinicunca – Quesiuno – Cusco
We will start the day with a cup of hot coca tea and enjoy a magnificent sunrise. Our chef will cook us a delicious breakfast to start the day. Our destination today is Rainbow Mountain. This is an uphill walk of two hours.
On the way, we will have views of stunning red mountains, the Ausangate Glacier, and Surine Mountain.
Then, we will reach our destination, «the Rainbow Mountains» (5,020 m). After overcoming the impact of its beauty, we will have time to explore the area. We will have time to take many photographs and enjoy the atmosphere. We will spend approximately 30 minutes at the top.
At this point, it is time to return. We will walk downhill where we came from. The walk will take between 4 to 5 hours. Our cook will be waiting for us at the bottom with a hearty lunch.
After lunch, we will embark on the 3-hour trip back to Cusco, and we will drop you off at your hotel in Cusco. The approximate time of arrival is 7
- Distance covered: 5 km (3,2miles)
- Time: 3 to 4 hours
- Lowest elevation: 4,300 m (14,107 ft)
- Highest elevation: 4,550 m ( 14,927 ft)
- Level of difficulty: Moderate to challenging
Included
- Pre-departure briefing.
- HOTEL IN CUSCO
- Two Excellent experienced top tour guides (9-16 people / 6-8 with one tour guide).
- Rainbow mountain permits and Machu Picchu Sanctuary.
- Admission document to the Inca Road System by SERNANP – INCA TRAIL “National Service of Natural Protected Areas.”
- Indigenous porters to carry camping equipment.
- Extra porter to carry 7 kg/15.4 lb. customer’s items.
- Tent: 02 people in each.
- One inflatable sleeping pad.
- Camping equipment.
- One Kitchen tent.
- Toilet tent with biodegradable toilet facilities.
- One cook.
- Assistant cook.
- One chief porter.
- Meals
- Daily morning snack
- Bio-degradable personal hand soaps.
- Our kitchen staff uses biodegradable dishwashing detergents.
- First-aid kit.
- Emergency oxygen bottle.
No Included
- Tips (Tipping is 100% optional depending on the service you received)
- Travel Insurance.
- flights
Recommendations
Packing List
What To Bring
- A good daypack.
- Original passport.
- Lighter trekking boots (with good ankle support)
- Three pairs of trekking pants.
- One rain jacket: The first night, the temperature can be as low as – 5 degrees Celsius/23 degrees Fahrenheit.
- One warm/winter jacket (Thermals: wool socks/gloves, scarf, and woolen hat for cold nights).
- Four shirts.
- Two long-sleeve shirts.
- One good sleeping bag.
- Sun protection cream (SPF 45 or higher recommended).
- Bug spray.
- Water.
- Digital Camera and film
- A headlamp to navigate camp in the evenings and pre-dawn mornings with spare batteries
- Bandages or moleskin.
- Flip flops. Your toes will thank you!
- Plastic bags for dirty and wet clothes
- Something to read in the evenings
- Extra money.
Travel Guide
Prices
| Number of persons | Price per person |
| 1 | $100.00 |
| 2 | $90.00 |
| 3 | $80.00 |
| 4 | $70.00 |
| 5 | $60.00 |
| 6 | $50.00 |
Permits are needed for your chosen start date. Tour prices are based on the number of people in a group. Prices are valid from March 2022 through January 2023. All prices quoted are $USD
- group service: $70 per person
Important: Price includes up to 7 kilos of your personal belongings to be carried by the mules (NO need of extra Porter hire!).
Discounts:
- Student Discount 20$ dollars
- Under 15 years will pay as student: US$20.00
- Under 7 years Discount: US$35.00
Optional Extras (Need to Book in Advance):
- Machu Picchu Mountain climbing: USD 25.00 (Need to book in advance)
- Huayna Picchu Mountain climbing: USD 25.00 (Need to book in advance)
Why Choose us
SUMAQ ENCANTO TRAVEL is a Local Travel Agency and Tour Operator with 10 years of experience in the world of tourism. We are specialists in organizing travel packages that include Machu Picchu (the main tourist destination in our country), Adventure tours such as the Inca Trail and alternative tours that also reach Machu Picchu. This article will help you know why you should choose SUMAQ ENCANTO TRAVEL, the local travel agency that personalizes services for demanding clients like you.
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