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MAX 12 PAX

Group Size

MODERATE

Difficulty

5090 MSNM

Max Altitude

PERMANENT

Disponibilidad

$ 45

Price

ATV Adventure to the Rainbow Mountain of Vinicunca – Full Day

📌 Summary description of the tour

The ATV tour to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) offers an exciting and unique way to reach one of Peru’s most iconic landscapes. Unlike the traditional trekking route, this adventure shortens the walking time and adds a dose of adrenaline, riding through high-Andean trails surrounded by stunning natural scenery.

Perfect for travelers who want to avoid long hikes or simply seek a more active and thrilling experience, this tour lets you admire the majestic colors of the mountain with less physical effort — and with the added bonus of living a one-of-a-kind adventure in the Andes.

📅 Itinerary
Your day begins early with hotel pickup between 4:00 a.m. and 4:30 a.m., heading south of Cusco in a tourist vehicle. After about 3 hours, we arrive in the village of Japura, where you’ll enjoy a light breakfast.

Following breakfast, you’ll receive a safety briefing and basic driving instructions. Then, we hop on the ATVs and begin the ride toward the nearest point to Vinicunca. The ATV journey lasts about 1 hour, crossing Andean landscapes with views of snow-capped mountains, streams, and llamas grazing freely.

Upon reaching the final vehicle-accessible point, we take a light hike of about 40 minutes to the Rainbow Mountain viewpoint, located over 5,000 meters above sea level. You’ll have time to rest, take photos, and admire this stunning natural wonder.

We then hike back to the ATVs and return to the starting point for lunch. Finally, we board the tourist vehicle back to Cusco, arriving between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.

✅ Included

  • Hotel pickup (historic center of Cusco)

  • Round-trip tourist transportation

  • Single or double ATV (your choice)

  • Safety gear (helmet and gloves)

  • Professional bilingual guide (Spanish/English)

  • Breakfast and basic lunch at a local restaurant

  • Assistance throughout the tour

  • Driving briefing and practice session

❌Not Included

  • Entrance fee to Rainbow Mountain: S/ 25.00 per person (foreigners) / S/ 15.00 (Peruvians)

  • Drinks, snacks, bottled water

  • Personal accident insurance

  • Tips (optional)

It is recommended to bring:

  • ID or passport

  • Warm clothing for early morning cold

  • Waterproof jacket (in case of rain)

  • Trekking shoes or comfortable footwear

  • Hat, gloves, sunglasses, and sunscreen

  • Water and energy snacks

  • Cash (for entrance fees or purchases)

  • Small backpack

  • Trekking poles (optional)

Recommendations to the passenger

  • Acclimatize for at least 1 day in Cusco before the tour (altitude exceeds 5,000 m)

  • Not suitable for people with heart or respiratory conditions

  • Bring personal medication and altitude sickness pills if needed

  • Driving not recommended for minors under 15 years old

  • Always follow your guide’s instructions

  • Avoid alcoholic drinks the night before

  • Bring a fully charged camera or phone

💸 Average price suggestion

  • Shared service: USD $45.00 per person – includes single ATV, transportation, guide, and basic meals.

  • Private service: USD $75.00 per person – includes personalized attention, greater comfort, and flexible timings.

Prices do not include Rainbow Mountain entrance fee or additional beverages.

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