Trip type
Private
Season
Year Around
Difficulty
Easy
Duration
Full day
Pallay Punchu
Dare to discover Pallay Punchu, the lesser-known rainbow mountain that’s just as spectacular. Surreal landscapes, zero crowds, and a unique connection with the Andes. Cusco keeps this treasure hidden for true adventurers!
Private Tour: Get to know all these incredible destinations; more time to take the best photos with our specialized tour guides at your service. Rates apply for groups of 2 or more people.
$ 125.00
Recomended starting schedules
- 8:45 am - Great light
Day 1: Pallay Punchu
- Van
- 2 KM
- Guide
- Tickets
- 12 Hours
Pallay Punchu, also known as the rainbow mountain shaped like a poncho, is a one-of-a-kind landscape that amazes everyone who visits.
With our tour, you’ll enjoy this stunning place all to yourself and capture the best photos, as we take you there for sunset — the perfect moment to soak in the view and take unforgettable shots of Pallay Punchu.
We include everything you need, from the moment we pick you up at your hotel to the moment we drop you off back in Cusco city.
VISIT: Pallay Punchu Rainbow Mountain at Sunset Time
We’ll pick you and your companions up at 8:45 AM from your hotel in Cusco in a private vehicle. From there, we’ll travel along the southern stretch of the Interoceanic Highway for approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes.After passing the checkpoints in Sicuani and Langi, we’ll reach the base of Pallay Punchu Mountain by vehicle.
Before starting the short uphill hike, we’ll serve you an included lunch with a breathtaking view of the mountain and the massive Langi Lake — perfect for recharging your energy.
After lunch, we’ll get ready with our best outfit to begin the hike and take photos. Pallay Punchu will never disappoint you — it’s a surreal experience.
As we continue climbing, you’ll start to get a better perspective of the mountain’s vibrant colors and stunning geological formations — colors that resemble a traditional Andean poncho woven by the earth itself.
Pallay Punchu features three main viewpoints, each with a gradual ascent. We’ll take breaks along the way and snap beautiful photos with these jaw-dropping views.
We’ll stay until just before sunset, soaking in the golden light, then board our vehicle to return to Cusco city.
On the way back, enjoy coca candies and chocolate bars to recharge after the hike.
DAILY DEPARTURES:
At the moment, we only offer departures at 8:45 AM, departing directly from your hotel in Cusco city.
NOTE 1:
As of 2025, road maintenance is being carried out on certain sections of the route to Pallay Punchu. This may cause slight changes to the schedule — please check with your travel advisor via WhatsApp.
NOTE 2:
We have limited availability if you wish to add one of our professional photographer-guides. This service has an additional cost of $75.00 USD per group (not per person), added to the final price of the tour.
You will receive 10 edited photos within 5 calendar days after the tour is completed.
No refunds or discounts are given for any services that are not used.
FINISHES AT:
Around 9:00 PM at your hotel in Cusco.
INCLUDES:
- Modern transport with all required legal permits.
- All park entrance tickets.
- Professional mountain guide.
- Oxygen tank.
- First-aid kit.
- Box lunch.
- Snacks.
- 1 bottle of water.
EXTRAS:
All entrance fees are included.
NOT INCLUDED: Breakfast and Dinner
Recommended Starting Schedules for the Private Tour:
- 8:45 am - Great Light
Considerations
- Minimum Hight: 4650 mt
- Distance: 2 KM
- Maximum Hight:: 4700 mt
Temperature
- Maximum Temperature: 16°C
- Usually with cold winds
- Minimum Temperature: 3°C
- 24/7 support and assistance after your booking.
- English and Spanish-speaking guide.
- Transportation.
- Breakfast and lunch (Adjusted to your dietary requirements)
- Oxygen.
- First aid kit.
- Taxes.
- Tips for the guides.
- Travel insurance (Peruvian law suggests you enter the country with insurance purchased in your country of origin).
- We collaborate with several clinics and can assist in coordinating medical care as needed. These clinics will apply the travel insurance you have previously purchased; however, they do not offer travel insurance themselves.
- Personal medicine.
- Towel and swimming suit.
- Extra clothing.
- Day backpack (with rain cover if possible).
- Water (we recommend 1L per day).
- Rain jacket/poncho.
- Extra snacks.
- Hiking shoes and pants.
- Sun hat, sun scream, and sunglasses.
- Chapstick.
- Insect repellent.
- Warm clothes (thermal base layer, sweater, fleece).
- Motion sickness tablets (roads are windy).
- Extra cash in soles.
AVOID SCAMS!
GET IN PERU will only charge you an advance of 50% to book your seat on the tour; the rest must be paid three days before the tour departs, either via deposit or in cash with one of our team members.
Contact a travel advisor for more details or visit our Terms and Conditions of Service section.
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Price per person
Our tour packages include both group and private options. Talk to a travel advisor and customize your experience with our specialized guides.
Group Tour
Not Available
Private Tour
125.00 USD
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Private Tour: Get to know all these incredible destinations; more time to take the best photos with our specialized tour guides at your service. Rates apply for groups of 2 or more people.
125.00 USD
Recomended starting schedules
- 8:45 am - Great Light
© The cost decreases or varies with more participants. Talk to your travel advisor.
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