From Cusco: Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour with Meals

Santa Ana, Cusco, Peru



Discover Rainbow Mountain at full speed! Like never before: Extreme Adventure in the Andes Ready for an experience at over 5,000 meters above sea level. Less hiking, more adventure

This ATV tour explores Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) near Cusco, ideal for adventure seekers wanting fast, guided access to Andean landscapes.

Highlights

  • Explore Rainbow Mountain with the excitement of riding an ATV.
  • Experience adrenaline, diverse landscapes, and Andean culture.
  • Enjoy fresh mountain air and unique terrain on wheels.
  • Quick and safe ATV access to Vinicunca with specialized guides.
  • Extreme adventure opportunity in the Peruvian Andes.

Description

The tour begins with hotel pickup at a scheduled time confirmed the day before. Departures are available daily at 3:00 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., and 8:30 a.m. (Note: The 8:30 a.m. departure does not include hotel pickup or breakfast; the meeting point is Regocijo Square at 8:20 a.m.).

Travel 2 hours south of Cusco to the town of Cusipata for a hearty breakfast. Continue for 1 hour and 20 minutes to the rural village of Kayrawiri. Here, you will receive instructions before riding ATVs.

The ATV trip to Rainbow Mountain covers 3 km (approximately 15 minutes). You will spend around 45 minutes exploring the Rainbow Mountain area. Afterwards, descend back on the ATVs to Kayrawiri, then return to Cusipata for lunch.

The day concludes with the return drive to Cusco, ending at Regocijo Square.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup (except 8:30 a.m. departure)
  • Professional bilingual guide
  • Breakfast and lunch
  • Single or double automatic ATV
  • Head protection helmet
  • First aid kit
  • Oxygen cylinder

Excludes

  • ATV travel insurance
  • Rainbow Mountain entrance ticket (25 Soles)
  • Transfer back to hotel after the tour

Important Information

  • This ATV tour was created to reduce the traditional 1.5-hour hike to Rainbow Mountain to a 12-minute ride.
  • Participants must be able to drive an automatic ATV. The machines provided are automatic but require effort to operate.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book for early morning departure times for cooler weather. Wear suitable clothing and bring water, sunscreen, and sunglasses to enhance the experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes ATV riding to Rainbow Mountain, expert guides, hotel pickup, and meals during the trip.
The tour starts with a pickup from your hotel in Cusco at an assigned time before heading to the trailhead.
The full tour typically lasts most of the day, including pickup, ATV riding, time at Rainbow Mountain, and return to Cusco.
The tour is designed to be safe and accessible, suitable for beginners with basic riding instructions from guides.
You will ride through diverse Andean landscapes including mountain trails, dirt paths, and high-altitude terrain near Vinicunca.
The tour runs year-round, but dry months from May to September are optimal for clearer weather; check the website for current availability.
Yes, meals are included during the tour to provide nourishment after the high-altitude adventure.
Pickup times are scheduled in the early morning, typically around 3:00 a.m. or 4:00 a.m., and are confirmed the day before the tour.
No prior ATV experience is necessary as guides provide safety briefings and support throughout the ride.
ATVs allow quicker and safer access to Rainbow Mountain by navigating the rugged high-altitude trails efficiently.
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