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Alternative Rainbow Mountain Palccoyo Hike (6 Small Group)
Cusco, Peru
From 10 hours to 11 hours
Good for Groups
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Outdoor Exploration
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What You Will Do
Discover this unique and off-the-beaten-path tour that many are still unaware exists. A Private tour or 6 Small Group Avoiding the crowds and being one of the only hikers on the path exploring the beautiful landscape! This is the perfect alternative to the Classic Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca).
Why Visit South America?
-This tour is a private or 6 small group adventure.
-We connect with the communities.
-Enjoy local gastronomy! Peruvian Buffet lunch.
Why Visit South America?
-This tour is a private or 6 small group adventure.
-We connect with the communities.
-Enjoy local gastronomy! Peruvian Buffet lunch.
What's Included?
- Private transportation
- Breakfast
- Bilingual Guide (English)
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Oxygen Tank & First Aid Kit
- Tickets & Entrances to Palccoyo
What's Not Included?
- Gratuities
- No Accommodations included
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
1
Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain
12 hours
We begin our day with pick-up from the hotel at 5:00am and begin our drive towards the Rainbow Mountain alternative trail head of Pallcoyo, with an altitude of 4900 m asl (16125 ). Located south of Cusco, we drive for approximantely 4hrs in a private transport. Along the way we see beautiul andes moutains as well as lush green valleys, and hundreds of alpacas and llamas. If we are lucky we will stop for vicuñas and observe them in their natural free state. When we get to Apacheta, we will have a small breakfast with tea and will begin our hike towards to Tres Rainbow Mountain. A er a 30 minute hike, we will reach the overlook and see the beautiful rainbow mountains. Here we will be able to observe the 360 panoramic views as well have opportunity to get closer to the mountains for about an hour making our way back to the transport. We return to Cusco by 3:00pm.
Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Visit South America.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Prior acclimatization is required. the maximum altitude 4800m (15.700ft)
- Bring warm clothes: gloves, hat, etc.. (extra pair of socks)
- Bring waterproof clothing in case of weather changes (very frequent)
- Sunglasses, Sunscreen, Lipstick, Buff-mask
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
Guide Options
- Guide - English
- Guide - French
- Guide - Spanish
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