EXTRAS & UPGRADES

• Red Valley Entrance Fee – $8 USD per person (~30 soles — The Red Valley is an optional extension after Rainbow Mountain and is not included in the base tour price. Inform your guide before starting the hike if you wish to visit. Cash only, paid at the entrance gate)
• Horseback Assistance to the Summit – $25–$30 USD per person (~90–100 soles — Horses are available for rent at the checkpoint near Rainbow Mountain, managed by local handlers who will guide you to the top. Cash only, paid directly to the local community. Weight limit: ~80 kg / 176 lbs)
• Trekking Poles Rental – $5 USD per pair (Available for rent at the trailhead or from your tour operator. Strongly recommended given the steep, high-altitude final ascent. Some private tour packages include poles at no extra cost)
• Oxygen Assistance – Included (Emergency oxygen tanks are carried by guides throughout the tour. If you experience severe altitude symptoms, your guide will assist you immediately. Note: not all budget operators carry oxygen — always confirm at booking)
• Hotel Pick-Up Outside Historic Center – $10 USD per vehicle (Standard service covers hotels, hostels, and Airbnbs within Cusco’s city center. A small surcharge applies for accommodations located outside this zone)
• Palcoyo Alternative Mountain Option – $35 USD per person (If weather conditions force a cancellation of Rainbow Mountain, or if you prefer a less crowded experience, we can reroute you to the equally stunning Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain — a lower-altitude alternative with three colorful mountain ridges. Please request at booking)
• Coca Leaves & Soroche Pills Pack – $5 USD per person (A small kit of traditional coca leaves and altitude sickness tablets to help manage symptoms on the day of the trek. Available for purchase at our office the evening before departure)
• Early Sunrise Departure Upgrade – $10 USD per person (Depart 30–45 minutes earlier than the standard group to arrive among the very first trekkers at the summit, ensuring uncrowded views and ideal photography conditions before the daily crowds arrive)
• Combo Loyalty Discount – $10 USD off (If you have previously booked any other tour with us — such as the Salkantay Trek, Inca Trail, or Machu Picchu — you qualify for a special promotional rate on this tour. Mention your previous booking at the time of reservation)

Pricing & Availability – Rainbow Mountain Peru and Red Valley 1 Day Trip

The Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley 1 Day Trip departs daily, year-round, with hotel pickup between 3:00–4:30 AM and return to Cusco city center around 4:30–5:00 PM. Daily departures are available and can be booked up to one day in advance. A minimum of 2 travelers is required for a guaranteed departure. High season runs from May to September. A minimum of 2 days of acclimatization in Cusco is strongly recommended before attempting this trek.

GROUP SERVICE

• $49 USD per person
• Groups of 14–16 people, maximum 18 participants
• Discount of $10 USD per person for groups of 5 or more persons

PRIVATE SERVICE

• $119 USD per person – 2 to 3 persons
• $89 USD per person – 4 to 5 persons
• $69 USD per person – 6 to 8 persons
• $55 USD per person – 9 or more persons

DISCOUNTS

• Students (18–25 years old): $5 USD discount. A valid ISIC card or university ID is required at the time of booking. Information required: university name, student name, photo, and expiration date.
• Under 18 years old: $5 USD discount. Please send a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
• Children under 9 years old: Tour service fee still applies. Note: this hike reaches altitudes above 5,000 m / 16,400 ft and is not recommended for young children without prior acclimatization.

Important Notes: Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) sits at approximately 5,030 m / 16,500 ft — far higher than Cusco (3,300 m). The hike is rated moderate-to-challenging, with the most demanding section being the final steep ascent and staircase to the summit. The Red Valley entrance fee (~30 soles / $8 USD) is always paid separately in cash on-site and is not included in any base price. There are no ATMs along the route — bring small bills in Peruvian soles or US dollars. Tips for your guide and driver are optional but warmly appreciated.