Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain

Beautiful views. Make sure your lungs and legs are strong. You will definitely feel the altitude if you are not accustomed. I would recommend the motorbike ride on your way up and then option to walk down. I enjoy mountain trails so if that is also you, this is worth it.

Such a great hike. Not particularly difficult but the altitude can take its toll. Plenty of places to stop along the way for a break, including 2 toilets.

Is a privilege does that make it to the top is a body chalage. The high altitude make it more difficult but the views are totally worth it. This mountain has this colors of the result of the oxidation of difference minerals like copper, iron, bronze etc. Is a natural give who dose love nature. What is risky is the road to reach this area to many cliffs with no guard and big rocks that can slide.

When we reached the top it was foggy but cleared up later. Definitely doing the ATV ride was worth it. Once it was clear the view was nice and seeing the colors was beautiful.

The scenery is beautiful when hiking at Rainbow Mountain in Peru. You can choose to hike on foot, take a horse or motorcycle (100Sol / PP) to the bottom of Rainbow Mountain then hike. There is an emergency room in the parking lot to help guests with severe altitude sickness, and also ambulances. There are toilets in the parking lot and on the mountain (2 Sol /PP). Highly recommended to wear hiking shoes and use hiking poles, chew coca leaves, drink coca tea, or coca candy. In addition to the altitude sickness, you also need to pay attention to a plant called Yareta. It is a moss that looks like ordinary moss, but it has many inconspicuous small thorns. If you don't pay attention to sitting on it or touching it with your hands, they will prick your butt and hands. Very hurts and very difficult to remove all the spikes.

Awesome hike. If you go there just go slow otherwise you’ll gonna get altitude sickness preferable take altitude sickness pill. We started hiking around 7:45 am. and it was perfect not busy.

Visiting Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley was an absolutely amazing experience, but be prepared for a tough hike! The elevation and cold temperatures made it quite a challenge, but every step was worth it. The vibrant colors of the mountain and the stunning views of the Red Valley are truly breathtaking – a sight you won’t forget. Despite the difficulty, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that I’m so glad I did. If you’re up for a challenge and want to experience something incredible, this is definitely the place to go!

Even in the low season, this place is packed, but it's still worth it. The views are absolutely stunning. Just don’t forget your sunglasses and sunscreen—I almost burnt my eyes!