Excursión to Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony | Prívate Tour |
Description
First we will start with the respective pick up from the hotel in Cusco at 05:00 Hrs. Then we will head south of Cusco, to the town of Cusipata where we will have our first stop for breakfast. Then we will continue along the road to the parking lot, from where we will start the hike. Afterwards we will have a walk of 2 hours approximately until we arrive to the 7 Colors Mountain, when we arrive we will have enough time to take pictures and walk through a great part of the place. Then we will return by the same route to the parking lot to return to Cusipata where we will have lunch and then to the city of Cusco .
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Itinerary
First, we'll pick you up from your hotel near Cusco's historic center between 4:00 and 5:00 a.m. We'll then head south of Cusco to the town of Cusipata, where we'll make our first stop for breakfast. We'll then continue along the trail to the parking lot, from where we'll begin our hike. We'll then hike for approximately 2 hours to reach Rainbow Mountain. Upon arrival, our guide will perform a Coca reading, and you'll be able to participate. We'll also provide an explanation about the site and have plenty of time to take photos and explore much of the area. We'll then return via the same route to the parking lot to return to Cusipata, where we'll have lunch and then head back to Cusco (approximate arrival time: 5:30 p.m.).
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up from your Hotel or airbnb.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(1,106)
THIS is the WORST company to book with. First of all they LIE to Viator and to the clients. We booked this Rainbow Mountain experience based on the fact that they state that they bring needed Oxygen (this is not true!) We only found out that the guide did not bring the oxygen once we arrived at the mountain. Then for the 6 hours of driving - the taxi driver was coughing the entire time! Making us super uncomfortable and having to roll down our windows for the entire trip. The guide did not talk to us during the 6 hour drive but instead watched on his phone his son play in his soccer game. I emailed this company 3 times to indicate that I had food allergies - not once did they reply. We ended up skipping lunch due to my concern of cross-contimanation. They claim we needed to get back for our flight!! Our flight was at 9pm (we returned to Cusco at 1pm) Lies, Lies, Lies......We asked for a refund and they told Viator lies. Do not book with this company .
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100% recommend our tour guide Alex and driver Willy. This tour brings us an life-time unforgottable memory and the views are really breathtaking. Our pickup was 4am. We got the message like 10 mins before the departure time that they were coming. Our guide Alex explained the iternery in the beginning and did mention the option of Red Valley before I asked (see my last paragraph). We head to the restaurant for the breakfast first, and the food is much better than I expected. When we arrived Rainbow Mountain, we hired the horses and motorcycles (after the point that the horse couldn't go) to reach to the viewpoint really quickly (~7:50am) and we stayed on the mountain for quite a long time without rush. Then around 9:20am we hiked to the Red Valley (~20-30mins one way). Alex helped to take many photos at multiple spots, and explained a lot about the mountain. We hiked down and the weather became bad. Definitely as a lot of people mentioned that the weather here changed really quickly so it'd better to start the tour as early as possible. We had lunch at the same place as breakfast and we were back in Cusco on 3pm. One good thing about our driver is that he cleaned up the car (dust from our shoes after hiking in Rainbow mountain) when we had lunch. Overall we had a really great time and I totally recommend it! The only complaint is the tour company that when I chatted with the staff the day before, they said it's not possible to do Red Valley if going with this iternery. I was quite confused because Viator agent helped me to confirm this is doable as long as we can reach to the mountain fast enough before and that's why I made the booking. There are also some other travelers' photos with Red Valley as well. The company said I will need to do a different tour that goes up from other than Cusipata and that tour price will be higher (besides the additional entrance fee of Red Valley 30sols pp which is separate from Rainbow mountain). I'm glad that in the end we still go to the Red Valley.
Thank you so much for your detailed and thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Alex and Willy made your Rainbow Mountain adventure so memorable. We'll be sure to share your kind words with both of them—they'll be delighted to know their efforts made such a positive impact on your experience. We're also happy that you enjoyed the breakfast, had enough time to admire the breathtaking views, visited Red Valley, and returned with unforgettable memories and great photos. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the communication about Red Valley before your tour. We apologize for the confusion. Access to Red Valley depends on the itinerary, weather conditions, group timing, and operational factors on the day of the tour. Our team aims to provide the most accurate information possible, but we understand how the mixed messages caused uncertainty. Your comments will help us improve our communication so future travelers receive clearer information. Thank you once again for choosing Chullos Travel Peru and for your recommendation. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Peru!
Edward and Willie took excellent care of us. We had a last minute cancelation of other plans, and this tour came in clutch. We were able to reserve the night before and do this tour instead the next day at the very early hour of 3:00am. Edward is personable, conversational, and keeps a close eye on participants' well being during the trek: multiple check-ins for drinking water, sunscreen, and rest breaks. Be aware of the journey through the mountains though; travel is by car and winds through tight turns and sharp slopes. Definitely consider anti-motion sickness medicine or remedies if you're sensitive to abrupt motions. Would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone willing to brave the altitude and the cold!
One of the best views I have been able to appreciate. A bit difficult to climb due to the altitude, but worth every penny, our guide Franchesco was very competent, I had a great time.
Our trip to Rainbow Mountain in Cusco was an unforgettable experience! The breathtaking views were absolutely worth the hike, and the scenery along the way was stunning. A special thanks to our travel guide, Mr. Francisco, who was outstanding throughout the tour. He was knowledgeable, friendly, patient, and always made sure everyone in the group was safe and comfortable, especially with the high altitude. He shared interesting information about the area and made the journey both enjoyable and memorable. If you’re planning to visit Rainbow Mountain, I highly recommend going with Mr. Francisco. His professionalism and care made our experience truly exceptional. Thank you for an amazing adventure! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Francesco was amazing!! It was such a great tour and he was super helpful!
Alex was amazing guide helping us understand what to expect and providing support and guidance during the excursion. Wilson our driver also deserves a shout out for excellent driving and outstanding customer service.
I loved the trip, the guide was 10/10☆☆☆
it was beautiful nature, the walk was alsof very pretty. We had a tour with guide Francesco. He was very friendly!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful scenery and the hike to Rainbow Mountain. It’s great to know that the stunning natural landscapes made your experience so memorable. We’re especially happy that Francesco’s friendly attitude and guidance helped make your tour even more enjoyable. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable adventure in Peru!
We had a wonderful trip to the rainbow mountain. Our guide was knowledgeable and very helpful. We enjoyed this tour and would highly recommend it
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a great experience on your private Rainbow Mountain tour. It’s wonderful to know that your guide’s knowledge and helpfulness made your adventure even more enjoyable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are happy that you had such a memorable day exploring one of Peru’s most spectacular destinations. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable adventure in Peru!
