Itinerary
Discover what awaits you in the RED VALLEY AND RAINBOW MOUNTAIN VINICUNCA LATE START ATV TOUR – 1 DAY
day 1
Cusipata, Vinicunca (Rainbow Mountain)
No early wake-up, no rush and almost no walking.
We reach Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valley by ATV with a later departure than traditional tours, so you can enjoy each stop more calmly.
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Pick-up and breakfast in Cusipata
By tourist transport, approx. 2 hours · pick-up at 6:00 a.m. · Cusco → Cusipata
We pick you up at 6:00 a.m. at your hotel in Cusco and drive to the village of Cusipata, where we have an Andean breakfast to recharge.
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Pitumarca and driving instructions
By tourist transport, approx. 1 hour · Cusipata → Pitumarca
We arrive in Pitumarca, the starting point of the ATV route. Before setting off, our team gives you hands-on instructions of about 15 minutes on driving and safety.
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Rainbow Mountain Vinicunca Highlight
By ATV, approx. 30 minutes, then about 7 minutes or less on foot · Pitumarca → Vinicunca viewpoint
We ride through mountains and high Andean landscapes to the closest authorized point to Rainbow Mountain. The viewpoint is just a few steps away; from there you can admire its natural colors and have free time for photos. With this schedule we visit at a different time from the traditional departures, although the number of visitors may vary from day to day.
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Red Valley
By ATV and on foot · Vinicunca → Red Valley
We continue to the Red Valley, where the mountains seem covered by a huge reddish carpet. We walk around to admire the contrasting colors and take photos.
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Return, lunch and drive back to Cusco
By ATV and tourist transport · arrival approx. 6:00 p.m. · Red Valley → Boarding point → Cusipata → Cusco
We ride back to the boarding point and drive to Cusipata for a buffet lunch with local food. Then we return to Cusco, arriving in the late afternoon, around 6:00 p.m.
Day details
- Schedule: Pick-up at 6:00 a.m. · return approx. 6:00 p.m.
- By ATV: Approx. 30 minutes from Pitumarca to Vinicunca
- Walk: About 7 minutes or less to the viewpoint, depending on access
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Meals: Breakfast and buffet lunch
Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valley by ATV, with no early wake-up and almost no walking. Prefer to hike the route? Discover the Rainbow Mountain Vinicunca Tour 1 Day.
Includes
Transport and adventure
- Pick-up from your hotel in Cusco.
- Tourist transport: Round trip.
- Equipped ATVs: Honda 4×4 models.
- Safety helmet.
Guide and safety
- Professional bilingual guide: Spanish and English.
- Briefing: One day before the tour.
- First aid kit and oxygen tank.
- 24/7 customer support.
Meals
- Breakfast in Cusipata.
- Buffet lunch in Cusipata: With vegetarian and vegan options.
Not include
Entrance fees
- Entrance to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca).
- Entrance to the Red Valley.
Other
- Drinks.
- Tips.
- Travel insurance.
- Personal expenses and souvenirs.
Prices RED VALLEY AND RAINBOW MOUNTAIN VINICUNCA LATE START ATV TOUR – 1 DAY
Rates
Schedule: Departure at 6:00 a.m. and return to Cusco around 6:00 p.m. Ask us about availability.
Upgrade your experience
- Private service at your own pace: A more comfortable, personalized experience, with flexible times, more time for photos, stops whenever you like and none of the limits of a shared group. Ask your sales agent for the price.
Need accommodation in Cusco?
Our team will help you find the best option for your stay.
Packaging list
- Documents: Passport and/or ID card.
- Small backpack: With water, camera and snacks.
- Footwear: Comfortable or hiking shoes.
- Warm clothing and jacket: The weather changes and it is often windy.
- Protection: Cap for sun and cold, and sunscreen.
- Cash: For entrance fees, purchases and extra expenses.
Recomendations
- Acclimatize first: Vinicunca is at high altitude. Even though there is almost no walking, spend a few days in Cusco before the tour to prevent altitude sickness.
- No early wake-up: Departure is at 6:00 a.m., later than traditional tours.
- Minimal walking: You ride the ATV to the closest authorized point and walk about 7 minutes or less. The walking distance may vary depending on access conditions.
- Ideal if you want to avoid long hikes: A great alternative to the demanding climb on foot to Rainbow Mountain.
- Dress warmly: The weather changes quickly and it is windy. Bring a jacket, warm clothing and a cap.
- Bring cash: The entrance fees to Vinicunca and the Red Valley are not included.
- Visitors: With this schedule we visit at a different time from the traditional departures, although the number of visitors may vary from day to day.
- Want to go at your own pace? Ask for the private service: flexible times, more time for photos and stops whenever you like.
F.A.Qs
How is it different from traditional Vinicunca tours?
You leave later, at 6:00 a.m., ride the route by ATV and walk very little: about 7 minutes or less to the viewpoint. You also visit the Red Valley.
What time do we leave and return?
Pick-up at your hotel in Cusco is at 6:00 a.m. and the return is around 6:00 p.m.
How much walking is there?
Very little. You ride the ATV to the closest authorized point and walk about 7 minutes or less to the Rainbow Mountain viewpoint. In the Red Valley we take a short walk around. The walking distance may vary depending on access conditions.
How long is the ATV ride?
About 30 minutes from Pitumarca to Vinicunca. Then we continue to the Red Valley and ride back to the boarding point.
Do I need experience driving an ATV?
No. Before setting off you get about 15 minutes of hands-on instructions on driving and safety.
What is the difference between a single and a double ATV?
With a single ATV, each person drives their own. With a double, two people share one: one drives and the other rides as a passenger.
How difficult is the tour?
Moderate, mainly because of the altitude. The walking is minimal.
Can I get altitude sickness?
Vinicunca is at high altitude, so it is best to acclimatize in Cusco first. Our guide carries a first aid kit and an oxygen tank.
Will there be fewer people?
With this schedule we visit at a different time from the traditional departures, but the number of visitors may vary from day to day.
Which meals are included?
An Andean breakfast and a buffet lunch in Cusipata, with vegetarian and vegan options.
Are entrance fees included?
No. The entrances to Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valley are paid separately, so we recommend bringing cash.
Can I do the tour privately?
Yes. The private service gives you flexible times, more time for photos and stops whenever you like, without the limits of a shared group. Ask your sales agent for the price.
How many people are in a group?
In the shared service, 2 to 16 people.
Does the tour run all year?
Yes, it departs all year round.
What should I bring?
Documents, a small backpack with water and snacks, comfortable shoes, warm clothing, a cap, sunscreen and cash. You will find the full list in the What to bring tab.
Do you have more questions?
Message us on WhatsApp at +51 941 411 418 or email info@sakuraexpedition.com.
