Rainbow Mountain - Palccoyo

Would you like to see the impressive colors of the Seven Colored Mountain, but prefer to avoid the long hike to Vinicunca? We present an excellent alternative that you may not know about. The trek to Vinicunca is a challenge as it requires a difficult climb, is exhausting, and the altitude can affect some people. In contrast, the Montaña de Colores Palccoyo Cusco tour is easier, shorter, and mostly flat. In addition, since Palccoyo is a recent route, it is not as popular and there is not a lot of visitor traffic. In fact, it is very likely that you will have the mountain to yourself and your group, or in the company of some other groups. This way, you can get exceptional images and enjoy the view of three colored mountains instead of just one, as is the case in the traditional tour to Vinicunca. In summary, this tour is a must-have experience in the region.

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Summary:

Departure times: Between 4:30 and 5:00 in the morning.
Trip duration: One full day.
Return time to Cusco: Between 6:00 and 6:30 in the evening.
Maximum altitude: 5,200 meters (17,060 feet).
Hiking distance: 2 kilometers.
Hiking duration: One and a half to two hours.
Best time to visit: From April to December.

Itinerary:

We will start our tour by picking up passengers from their respective hotels between 4:30 am and 5:00 am. Then, we will begin our journey through the South Valley, stopping at the picturesque town of Checacupe to appreciate the colonial hanging bridge. Here, you can take some photographs and, if you wish, walk across the bridge. There will also be hygienic services available for your use.
Subsequently, we will continue our journey to the town of Combapata, located at 3,630 meters above sea level. From this point, we will travel along an unpaved road until we reach the Palccoyo Mountain of Colors, making stops in the towns of Chiara and the community of Palccoyo, where you can purchase some souvenirs.
We will arrive at a permitted bus point, from where you can appreciate the impressive range of colors of the mountains and a panoramic view of the Ausangate snow-capped mountain.
We will start a brisk walk to explore the area and delight ourselves with the enigmatic beauty of nature. It will be an adventure that will reward your senses with unforgettable landscapes. At the appropriate time, we will return to our bus to enjoy a delicious lunch on-site. Afterwards, we will return to Cusco by the same route, arriving at the Plaza de Armas at 6:00 pm.