Price:
S/ 77.00 per person.
Pallay Punchu Rainbow Mountain Trek
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If you cancel your reservation up to 3 days before the start of the activity, we will refund you 100% of the reservation payment. No refunds will be issued on cancellation requests received after the indicated anticipation.
You can reschedule your booking without any additional cost until 3 days before the beginning of the activiity.
Challenging high-altitude hike to 15,719 ft (4,791 m) through the Peruvian Andes, with panoramic views of the Layo Valley and Langui Lake.
Duration:
13 hours
Times:
04:00 am to 05:00 pm
Duration:
13 hours.
Times:
04:00 am to 05:00 pm
Included:
- Pickup at your accommodation (urban area)
- Shared transportation
- Guide (Spanish or English)
- Hiking poles
Not included:
- Food
- Entrance fee to Pallay Punchu (S/ 15 per person, cash payment the day of the tour)
Restrictions:
- Minimum age required of 5 years old
- Not allowed for people over the age of 70
- Not allowed for pregnant women
Weather:
In case of suspension for weather conditions, we will refund 100% of your payment.
- Subject to weather conditions
Cancellation and rescheduling policy:
- If you cancel your booking up to 3 days before the activity starts, you will receive a 100% refund of the amount paid to book. If you cancel with less notice, no refund will be issued.
What to bring:
- Comfortable clothing
- Warm clothing
- Waterproof jacket
- Trekking shoes
- Beanie
Description
Pallay Punchu Rainbow Mountain, also known as the Sharp Mountain, isn't featured in most Cusco guidebooks and that's part of what makes it special. Its striking layers of red, green, yellow, and ochre rock were shaped by the area's unique mineral composition over millions of years, without human intervention or tourism development. To reach the trailhead, you'll take a two-hour drive through the Andes. The hike crosses remote high-altitude landscapes where the sweeping views of the Layo Valley and Langui Lake become your constant companions, surrounded by the kind of silence that's increasingly rare in this part of Peru.
Although the round-trip hike takes only about one hour, it is considered challenging because the trail reaches 15,719 feet (4,791 m) above sea level and follows rugged Andean mountain terrain with limited infrastructure. Good physical fitness and proper acclimatization in Cusco are strongly recommended before attempting the trek. Unlike the famous Rainbow Mountain, Pallay Punchu receives relatively few visitors, allowing you to enjoy the scenery at a slower pace. After the hike, you'll return by vehicle on the two-hour drive back to Cusco.
Cusco's most famous colorful mountains no longer surprise travelers looking for places off the beaten path. Pallay Punchu still does. Reserve your spot before this hidden gem becomes a well-known destination.
Frequently Asked Questions
- To book Pallay Punchu Rainbow Mountain Trek, you must choose the date and follow the steps on the website. You can add more tours to your cart before confirming your booking.
- We accept bookings up to 1 days in advance, subject to availability. Therefore, we recommend booking as early as possible to secure your spot.
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