Enjoy an adrenaline-filled experience with the ATV Tour to Rainbow Mountain Vinicunca, an adventure that combines speed, breathtaking landscapes, and Andean culture.
You will ride through high-Andean routes on an ATV until reaching an area near the Vinicunca viewpoint, one of the most impressive natural wonders in Peru.
Along the way, you will cross valleys, mountains, and Andean communities surrounded by alpacas and llamas. From the final point, you will take a short hike up to 5,000 m.a.s.l., where you can admire the spectacular multicolored stripes of Rainbow Mountain.
🟢 Cusipata
An Andean village where you will enjoy a typical breakfast and lunch.
🟢 Qosqopata (Phulawasipata)
Starting point of the ATV route.
🟢 Rainbow Mountain – Vinicunca
A natural wonder famous for its vibrant colored stripes.
🕙 Start: 3:30 a.m. / 5:00 a.m. / 6:00 a.m.
🕒 End: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. approx.
🕒 Schedule: Full Day – 3 departures available📍 Meeting Point: Pick-up from your hotel (Cusco Historic Center)
⏳ Duration: Approx. 12 to 13 hours
Pick-up from your hotel (downtown area) and journey to the south of Cusco. Along the way, you will enjoy Andean sunrise landscapes
and small high-Andean communities on the route.
Enjoy a typical Andean breakfast at a local restaurant to recharge before the adventure.
Arrival at the base. Safety briefing and equipment handout (helmets, gloves, and instructions) before starting the ride.
Begin the scenic ATV route through valleys, streams, and high-Andean communities. The trail combines wide sections with
open landscapes, ideal for enjoying the outdoor experience.
We park the ATVs and take a light hike to the main viewpoint of Rainbow Mountain.
Free time for photos and guide explanation. You will be able to admire the natural tones of the landscape and the panoramic view of the mountain range.
Descent along the same scenic route back to Qosqopata, once again enjoying the high-Andean landscapes.
Traditional lunch with local and vegetarian options, ideal for recovering your energy before returning.
Return by the same route to Cusco. Estimated arrival between 4:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. (city center or agreed drop-off point).
Entrance Fees
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Discover the natural wonder of Vinicunca in the most exciting and effortless way possible. The Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour is the ultimate adventure for thrill-seekers looking to skip the strenuous 1.5-hour trek of the traditional route.
You will ride your own ATV through breathtaking high-Andean landscapes, remote valleys, and herds of grazing alpacas right up near the summit. From where we leave the quad bikes, you only need to take a **super short 5 to 10-minute walk** to reach the viewpoint at 5,000 m (16,404 ft) above sea level and admire the spectacular multicolored stripes of the rainbow mountain. Speed, epic scenery, and zero exhaustion!
We will pick you up from your hotel at your selected departure time (3:30, 5:00, 6:00, or 8:30 a.m.). We will begin a comfortable journey by tourist transport towards southern Cusco, witnessing the Andean sunrise along the way.
We will make a stop at our restaurant in Cusipata to enjoy a hearty local breakfast and use the restrooms. (Exclusive to early morning departures).
We will arrive at our base camp. Here, your instructor will provide your helmet and gloves, give a safety briefing, and allow a few minutes to practice handling the automatic ATV.
The adrenaline begins! We will ride in a convoy along a spectacular off-road trail, skirting mountains and streams. The crisp Andean breeze and sweeping vistas make this route unforgettable.
We will park our quad bikes in the designated parking area. From there, we will take a very gentle walk of just 5 to 10 minutes (depending on your pace) to reach the summit.
Arrival at the main viewpoint. Enjoy ample free time to take breathtaking photos of Vinicunca and snow-capped Mount Ausangate in the background, accompanied by insightful explanations from our guide.
We will return to our quad bikes for the thrilling ride back down to the Qosqopata base, taking in the scenery from a whole new perspective.
We will board our transport back to the restaurant to enjoy a well-deserved buffet lunch featuring local specialties (vegetarian options available).
We will take the return road back to Cusco, arriving between approximately 4:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m., concluding our service near the Plaza de Armas.
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