Rainbow Mountain Beat-the-Crowd: Exclusive 8 AM Departure

Overview

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As the second most visited place in Peru after Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain tends to be overcrowded with morning visitors rushing to be the first to the top. But you don’t have to sacrifice your vacation by waking up at 3 AM. That’s why we offer a truly special experience by visiting in the afternoon.

By choosing our tour, you’ll have the advantage of arriving at the viewpoint after the big crowds have left. Imagine having the entire mountain range to yourself, with no queues or hustle, allowing you to capture perfect pictures and fully immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of Rainbow Mountain. We guarantee you a unique and uninterrupted experience that will create lifelong memories.

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking surroundings while enjoying a meal that complements the natural beauty around you.

Join us for an amazing experience that offers exclusivity, tranquility, and a genuine connection with the wonders of Rainbow Mountain.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Professional licenced tour guide

In a cloth bag with: bottle of water, chocolate, cake, Andean cereal bar, fruit and candies

We cater vegetarian, vegan, or any other food restrictions, just make sure to let us know to coordinate it.

walking sticks to your reqest

Transportation for our group use only.

Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain

What To Expect

We’re the only ones hiking to Rainbow Mountain in the afternoon, so you’ll have the viewpoint all to yourself. We totally understand that you don’t want to be exhausted during your trip, so we’ve designed a unique way to experience the Rainbow Mountain hike that ensures you enjoy it without the stress. You might not be the first ones, but you’ll definitely be the only ones soaking in the incredible views this place has to offer. We’ll leave Cusco at 08:00 AM and be back around 7:00 PM. Our exclusive itinerary lets you enjoy the experience without the crowds.

3 hours•Admission Not Included

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Rainbow Mountain Beat-the-Crowd: Exclusive 8 AM Departure

Pickup included

Reviews

4.94

570 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

544

Nayda and Vicente (my...
Sophia C,
Jun 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Nayda and Vicente (my tour guide and driver) were awesome. I enjoyed learning about the areas surrounding cusco on the drive up as well as the beautiful views on the hike. I would recommend this experience for people traveling to cusco!
Do it! Book it!
Miriam H,
Jun 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We enjoyed this sooo much. It’s worth the extra money to be up on the mountain off peak time. Our tour guide was Nadia and she did an amazing job. She was so patient with our group & we couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Be prepared, the hike and elevation is much harder than it looks. But the view is totally worth it.
Amazing experience
JOHNSON P,
Jun 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Amazing experience with native tour guide.. It was a pain to hike up but 200% worth it. View.. View..
Can’t say enough about...
Gopal S,
Jun 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Can’t say enough about local tour guide Elis. He was very attentive to everyone’s need during Rainbow Mountain trip. We enjoyed the trip so much.
Incredible experience....
Lars B,
Jun 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Incredible experience. Our guide Elisban was super knowledgeable and caring. If you are thinking about booking, just do it. You will not regret it. It looks even better in person than in the pictures.