About Rainbow Mountain

Rainbow mountain is consideredobe as a holy mountain amongst Peruvians. The trek is not an easy track butthere are some option to stay in the middle of the trek with no propertoilets.The best time to hike rainbow Mountain is during the dry months betweenMay and September and also April and October are pleasant too. 

The colors of the mountains aredue to the mineralogical composition that has: the pink color is for red clay,fangolitas (mud) and arilitas (sand). The whitish, for the white quartzosesandstone. Brown, brown and purple, by limonites and marls, rich in calciumcarbonate. The red is composed of the clay (iron) and clays belonging to theupper tertiary. The green is due to the compound of phyllites and clays rich inferro magnesian. The earthy brown is the product of the fanglomerate composedof manganese rock belonging to the Quaternary era. And the mustard yellow colorfor the calcareous sandstones rich in sulphurous minerals. (Andean)

Rainbow Mountain is a natural wonder that attracts many tourists to Cusco. The site is considered a holy mountain amongst Peruvians. The trek towards Rainbow Mountain is not an easy one. The best time to hike to the Rainbow Mountain is during the dry months between May and September and also during April and October, which are considered to be the pleasant months.

Must See

  • Wild desert landscapes
  • Snow-capped peaks
  • Herds of alpaca

How to reach

3 hrs drive from Cusco.

Tips

  • Bring sunscreen as trekking in high altitudes can sunburns.
  • Bring jackets as even the slightest breeze brings temperatures right back down.
  • One can hire a horse. It may cost up to 70 S/.
  • Dress comfortably for an adventure trip.
  • Wear comfortable hiking or walking shoes.
  • Pack water bottles and snacks as it is difficult to get these in the rustic areas.

Visit Time

Sunday:            Open 24 hours.

Monday:           Open 24 hours.
Tuesday:          Open 24 hours.
Wednesday:     Open 24 hours.
Thursday:         Open 24 hours.
Friday:              Open 24 hours.
Saturday:          Open 24 hours.

 

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Waiting Time

No

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

S/10

 

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Time you can spend

More than 3 hours

 

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Weather

Broken Clouds 10.2°C

 

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