Itinerary
We will pick you up from your hotel at 4am, then we begin with our amazing 1 day adventure and set out on a drive through the South Valley. The drive to the trailhead at Quesiuno (4,326 m / 14,189 ft) is 3 hours , along the way there are amazing views of farming Inca terraces, valley´s and rocky mountains.
Once we reach the train-head, we start off on our hike following a lovely stream. You will be immediately surprised by herds of alpacas and llamas. Having consistent views of the Ausangate Mountain we hike through villages and interact with the local people who are still keeping the culture alive,
After a total hike of 4 – 5 hours, (approx) we finally reach our destination….the Rainbow Mountains (5,020 m / 16,466 ft). After being awed by their beauty, you will have time to explore the area. You can take pictures or just soak up the environment. We will spend approximately 30 minutes at the top.
At this point, we hike back down the way we came. The hike will take 2-3 hours. Our private van will be waiting for us when we return.
We will embark on the 3 hour drive back to Cusco and drop you off at your Cusco hotel. Approximate arrival time is between 8.00 and 9.00pm
Inclusions
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
- Water: please bring 1 liter per person
- Voluntary Tips for Guide, Driver and Cook
*We run our trips daily with a 2 person minimum. We take only small groups & private trips, to enhance the experience giving you the full attention of our guides and staff.
What to wear
Packing List
- Please limit your total jungle gear to the following essentials:
- BINOCULARS, A MUST!.
- Insect repellent
- Flashlight with spare bulb and batteries. (An additional flashlight is a better choice).
- A rain jacket (and pants for the rainy season) or poncho.
- Two loose long pants and two long-sleeved shirts.
- Quick-drying, tight-knitted combinations of cotton and polyester are preferred.
- T-shirts, as many as days you will spend in the trip.
- A pair of lightweight hiking boots.
- A pair of tennis shoes or sneakers.
- A light sweater or sweatshirt.
- A wide brim hat for sun and rain (which can be secured to your head so that a strong wind does not blow it off).
- Underwear, socks.
- Sandals for use inside the lodge..
- Sunscreen
- A plastic water bottle (1 qt.).
- Toilet kit.
- Personal first-aid kit.
- Six large plastic bags or stuff sacks (to compartmentalize clothes, laundry, and wet items within your duffel).
- Pocket knife.
- Sunglasses.
- Alarm clock
