Rainbow Mountain Palccoyo one day

Experience the vibrant beauty of Rainbow Mountain (Palccoyo), a more accessible alternative to Vinicunca. Explore the colorful landscapes and discover other hidden gems on this unforgettable tour.

Duration: 13 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Cordillera del Arcoiris Palccoyo - Pick-up will occur between 4 am and 5 am, depending on your hotel or Airbnb location. 5:00-7:00 am: Bus transfer from Cusco to Checacupe (3400 meters above sea level). 7:00-7:30 am: Breakfast near Checacupe. 7:30-10:00 am: Bus transfer from Checacupe to the Palcoyo community. 10:00-11:00 am: 1-hour walk from Palcoyo to the Palcoyo mountain (4900 meters above sea level). 11:00 am-1:00 pm: Free time to explore the colorful mountains of Palccoyo with the guide. 1:00-1:10 pm: 10-minute walk from Palcoyo mountain to the Forest of Colorful Stones (4900 meters above sea level). 1:10-1:50 pm: Free time to enjoy the Forest of Colorful Stones. 1:50-2:30 pm: Walk back to the Palcoyo community. 2:30-3:00 pm: Buffet lunch. 3:00-5:40 pm: Bus transfer from Cusipata to Cusco. 5:40 pm: End of the tour in Cusco.
What's Included
  • First Aid Kit
  • 1 breakfast and 1 Lunch buffet
  • Walking sticks
  • Tourist transport
  • Bi-lingual Guide
What's Not Included
  • Bring 25 soles in cash for the entrance ticket to Palccoyo and Checacupe Bridge
Additional Information

The Cordillera Rainbow of Palccoyo is the first sister of the famous mountain of the seven colours ‘Vinicunca’ but with better accessibility. It’s more than nine thousand natural hectares have a colour similar to the rainbow, which gives it a cheerful and at the same time mystical atmosphere. In addition, in this tour in addition to appreciating this geological beauty, we will visit other sites that will make this trip an unforgettable experience.

Location
Cordillera del Arcoiris Palccoyo
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Maria_w
May 30, 2024
Palccoyo beauty - Being able to see all the mountain ranges , especially being able to have time to walk at own pace take photos and enjoy.3 bridges were a bonus . Pickup was good and guide was checking all were breathing ok at high altitude
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Michaeljack23
Jan 8, 2020
Palccoyo is wanderful! - The visit to the mountain seemed very beautiful, we did not do much hiking, it was only 1 hour and 15 minutes is very little, we left at a very good hour and returnd early. All good
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