Tour to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) + 2-Day Ausangate Hike

Itinerary of the Vinicunca Mountain and Ausangate Hike

Day 1: Cusco – Queshuni – Ausangate – Ananta

• 04:30 – Pick up from the hotel and departure towards the community of Queshuni. On the way, there will be a brief stop in Quiquijana (before reaching Cusipata) to collect the camping equipment.
• 08:20 – 08:30 – Breakfast in Queshuni. Then, begin the hike (3 to 4 hours) toward the Pukacocha Pass, a windy area where a short stop will be made to enjoy the landscape.
  Afterwards, continue to the Ananta campsite for lunch.
• 13:30 – 14:00 – Lunch in Ananta.
  Free afternoon to rest and enjoy the surroundings. Dinner and overnight at the campsite.

Day 2: Ananta – Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley – Cusco

• 05:00 – Wake up and breakfast (time to be coordinated with the guide). Early departure towards Rainbow Mountain to enjoy the scenery at its best hours and with fewer visitors.
• 08:00 – Arrival and guided visit to the mountain, with an optional visit to the Red Valley.
• 11:30 – Buffet lunch.
• 15:30 – 16:00 – Approximate arrival at the hotel in Cusco.

At Guru Explorers, we offer you the best experience at the best price. We make your dreams an unforgettable journey!

Price of the Rainbow Mountain and Ausangate Tour includes:

• Briefing one day before the tour.
• Transfer from accommodation in the historic center of Cusco.
• Return to accommodation in Cusco.
• Professional guide in English, Spanish, and Portuguese (ask about availability for these or other languages).
• Chef.
• Meals: 02 breakfasts, 02 lunches, 01 dinner (vegan and vegetarian options available).
• Tourist transportation (round trip) from Cusco.
• Dining tent, camping tent, sleeping bag, and mats.
• Horse for camping equipment.
• Horse for personal belongings (up to 7 kg per passenger).
• Drinking water at the campsite.
• Emergency oxygen.
• Entrance tickets to Rainbow Mountain.

Price of the Rainbow Mountain and Ausangate Tour excludes:

• Transfer from hotels outside the city of Cusco (ask about extra costs for pickup from the Sacred Valley or other locations in the case of private tours).
• Tip for the guide.
• Drinks not specified in the itinerary.
• Meals not specified in the itinerary.
• Additional horse or mule rental (check availability).
• Entrance fee to the Red Valley (approximately 20 soles).
• Evacuation expenses due to illness or emergencies.
• Medical insurance.
• Trekking pole. Rental option available.

What to Bring to the Rainbow Mountain and Ausangate Hike?

• It is recommended to bring: comfortable shoes, light clothing, hat, wool hat, gloves, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, rain gear (especially in November – April).
• Personal hygiene: toilet paper, toothbrush, toothpaste, wet towels, water, personal medication.
• Passport or DNI (Required).
• Travel insurance.
• Photo camera.
• Flashlights or small headlights.
• Cash (local currency).

What considerations should you have when making the Rainbow Mountain and Ausangate Tour?

• The streets of the city are narrow, an aspect that limits vehicular access to certain places; in this case the guide will suggest a nearby point to pass looking for you and enjoy the tour.
• You must be in reasonable physical condition to do the tour, however, horses can be rented to cover part of the tour at your own risk.
• It is important that you enjoy a few days in Cusco before doing the Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) and Red Valley Tour. Only then will your body be adapted to the height of the region.
• This tour is not recommended for children under 12 years old. Adults over 60 years old should bear in mind that this activity demands good physical condition.
• The Red Valley route is an optional route back to the starting point for the Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) on the second day. This part of the excursion is carried out by individual decision – without the accompaniment of the guide – who previously offers the respective recommendations (it is not suitable for people with altitude sickness or “soroche”).
• Due to environmental, climatic or other factors, beyond our control, the travel itinerary may vary. If so, it will be notified promptly.
• Guru Explorers values ​​your time and strives to respect the tour schedule; however they may vary for reasons beyond our control (weather, natural disasters, field conditions, among other demonstrable reasons). We will do our best to offer efficient options and solutions for your enjoyment.
• Remember that, since these are outdoor activities, the natural features of the landscape may vary depending on weather conditions and the natural daylight. Each visit is an authentic experience, where nature reveals itself in unique and unrepeatable ways.

Not allowed: 

• Pets
• Smoking.
• Large suitcases or bags.

Difficulty: 

• Moderate – High
   

Not recommended for:

• People in wheelchairs.

According to Peruvian regulations, foreign tourists may be exempt from the local tax IGV (VAT). As a formal and registered travel agency, we are required to submit to the local authorities a copy of the document you used to enter the country, as well as your date of entry. For this reason, a few days before your arrival, we will contact you to request a photo of that document and ask you to let us know the date you entered Peru. If we do not receive this information, we will be required to add the 18% corresponding to the IGV tax.

Thank you for your cooperation!

Important considerations:

• In the event that the passenger decides to abandon the walk during the journey, they will be responsible for any extra expenses that may be incurred, such as food or transportation.
• There will be no refund in case of delayed flights, train delays, bad weather or other external factors.

Cancellation Policies:

• More than 7 days, 90% is refunded.
• Between 4 and 7 days of notification, 70% is refunded.
• Within 3 days or less in advance, there will be no refund.

Date changes:

• Rates applied for change of date in private tours:
  • There will be no extra charge if you are notified more than 5 days in advance.
  • If notified between 3 and 5 days in advance, an additional charge of 20% will apply.
  • If you are notified 2 days or less in advance, it will not be possible to make the change and it will not be subject to a refund.

Force Majeure Policy

• Guru Explorers values your time and makes every effort to follow the itinerary. However, it may be affected by force majeure events such as weather conditions, rain, natural disasters, protests, roadblocks, or other circumstances beyond our control. In such cases, no refunds or compensation will be provided, as these are unforeseeable and unavoidable situations. Nonetheless, we will do everything possible to offer efficient alternatives and solutions for your enjoyment. Any additional costs resulting from changes or alternative activities will be the responsibility of the client and not Guru Explorers.