Overview
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We offer a complete and well-organized experience to explore the stunning pallaypuncho area. The service includes round-trip tourist transportation, professional bilingual guides, breakfast and lunch, entrance tickets, artesanal walking sticks, and safety equipment such as a first aid kit and oxygen tank. We keep our groups small to provide personalized attention and a more enjoyable trek.
As a licensed local operator in Cusco, we guarantee safety, comfort, and authentic experiences from start to finish.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Pallay Poncho
Pallay Poncho Mountain is a breathtaking natural attraction in the Cusco region, also known as Condorpa Sayanán (Place Where the Condor Stands) or “The Sharp Mountain” due to its striking shape. We pickup at 4:30 a.m. by a two-hour drive to Cusipata for breakfast after we continue to the community of marangani, about one hour away, and begin our hike of approximately one hour of hike and 1.5 km distance from the starting point at ( ft 14993.44 / 4,570 m a.s.l.), the hight point of Pallaypuncho is at (15,551 ft / 4,740 m a.s.l.), we do the hike while admiring stunning views of the Layo Lagoon, where we’ll enjoy a brief explanation and time for photos of stunning panoramic views await. On the way back, we stop to admire the three bridges of Checacupe or Raqchi arqueological site (optional), we have lunch and continue back arriving in Cusco around 6:00 p.m., ending the tour near the Main Square.
Options
Pallaypuncho hike full day in group
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Tourist transportation round trip
First aid kit
Bilingual guide (Spanish – English)
Oxygen tank
Artesanal Walking stick
Meals: breakfast and lunch
Entrance to pallaypuncho
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Gracias Omar - Amazing experience
K2931WTgabriellab,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing trip with Omar! Legend!!! he showed us the most picturesque spots on this mountain and it felt like it was all to us :D highly recommend it before it becomes the new rainbow mountain
Pallay Punchu
niicu 3053,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommended, we were the only tourists! Omar took great care of the group, the trip was great!
Amazing hike with Omar!
367sophiak,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing hike with Omar! He showed all the best view points, helped us hike and climb, and took amazing photos! He is extremely knowledgeable about the are, plants, and animals and was happy to answer any and every question.
Great experience and hike
nathankY1522XW,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was an amazing hike and view, had an incredible experience. Was not too difficult either. Tour guide Omar is super intelligent, kind and funny, definitely recommend him.
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