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High Andes Expedition..
Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain..
Discover a high-altitude expedition around sacred Ausangate with turquoise lakes, remote communities and the mineral colors of Rainbow Mountain..
Travel with a private itinerary designed around the Ausangate circuit, Ocongate, Upis, glacial lagoons, Red Valley and Vinicunca, with thoughtful pacing and local guidance..
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Explore Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain..
Since 2014 and since the very first day of our operation, Peru Summit Adventures has been blazing new trails, new ways of experiencing in Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain Trek. Our trailblazing is just one reason we are a uniquely qualified local company to ensure you have a trip of a lifetime.
Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain: Located in Vilcanota range, known for its remarkable colors, glacier lagoons, bunch of alpaca/llamas, snowcapped mountains that color these amazing multi-day hikes, experience this adventure on a fully-supported trek by Peru Summit Adventures private crew.
This exhilarating adventure for both mind and body will leave you spellbound. Hiking the Ausangate trail is to find peaceful contemplative moments and be into nature to feel its energy, as well as to mingle with locals rather than the tourist crowds. A hike through Ausangate is a test in stamina but the vistas of its rugged and mesmerizing wilderness are worth the climb. Here you will see the famed Ausangate mountain, red hills, highland wildlife, and Rainbow Mountain that will leave you even enthralled by the geological wonders of this landscape.
Close to this mountain range with a great view at the background of Ausangate, we begin our treks to Ausangate and Rainbow Mountain Treks making a complete loop for an absolute exploration of the gems of this wilderness of the Andes. From Upis, the head-trail we explore the spectacular Ausangate massif and colorful valleys, We hike to places that provide amazing views of the snow-capped mountains, lakes, eroded mountains, herds of llamas and alpacas with locals. Here, eroded peaks, lakes, and spires form impressive mountain vistas and stunning scenery. It’s how we create absolute mountain experiences for memorable adventures.
If we hike just the Rainbow Mountain in one day, We start our hike from the end of the road to the impressive Rainbow Mountain, we aim to get it as earlier as possible to avoid the crowds, leaving Cusco early in the dawn–Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain.
Signature Experiences..
Highlights of Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain..
- Trek among jagged peaks, dramatic vistas, and pristine lakes.
- Visit the Rainbow Mountain and Ausangate Mountain on absolute hiking around the mountain range of Vilcanota.
- Trek in a wild landscape filled with vicuñas, llamas, alpacas, birds, and locals in their colored clothes.
- Stay in cozy and roomy 4 season PRO tents, the best equipment on the trail.
- A totally supported hike with private staff, for a lifetime adventure.
- Savor the starry nights at scenic camping spots en route.
- Direct & official local tour operator with headquarter in Cusco, accredited by the Peruvian Ministry of Tourism.
- Want to reduce the use of plastic and help the planet a better place for everyone? then hike with us!
- Professional, storytellers, and funny local Trek Leaders, they even speak Inca language “Quechua” learn some words from them.
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT
Our Safety Record is Flawless
Safety is at the core of everything we do at Peru Summit Adventures. There is nothing that we take more seriously.
Knowledge and Expertise
Our Guides with a deep knowledge of destination, route, and a focus on customer service makes all difference en route
Responsible Travel
Let’s make this world a better place for everyone and for everyone that lives in it! All is done in a responsible manner
Signature Craftsmanship & Support
Every itinerary is designed with precision: private high-grade camping equipment, satellite communication en route, handcrafted gourmet meals prepared with fresh Andean ingredients, and continuous ground logistics coordination from Cusco.
Fair Treatment & Local Impact
We practice regenerative travel that directly pays above-average living wages to our porters, muleteers and cooks, while protecting delicate Andean trails and preserving indigenous cultural heritage across our mountain communities.
Featured Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain Journey..
Start with a carefully selected itinerary focused on a high-altitude expedition around sacred Ausangate with turquoise lakes, remote communities and the mineral colors of Rainbow Mountain, supported by private planning and local expertise..
Ausangate Trek and Short Inca Trail
Starting from
USD 1700
Per person
Trip duration
5 Days
- Route
- Ausangate - Rainbow Mountain - Inca Trail - Machu Picchu
- Activity
- 3
- Difficulty
- Strenuous
- Service
- Upgraded Comfort
- Group size
- Min 2 ppl, Max 8 ppl
- Accommodation
- Pro 4-season tents in Black Diamond and North Face with Pro Sleeping pads in Therma-Rest and pillows, tents are roomy and cozy designed for 3 people but used only for 2 guests. Our hotel in Machu Picchu town is the Inti Punku Suites & Hotels (or a similar hotel) a lovely hotel for pleasant rest.
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Traveler Experiences..
Stories From Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain Travelers..
Read how travelers experienced the landscapes, pacing and local guidance that shape a thoughtfully planned Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain journey..
Tripadvisor
Amazing adventure with Peru Summit!
“My wife and I just returned from a beautiful trip to Peru where we also hiked the Choquequirao with Peru Summit. I had been planning the trip for over a year together with Carlos and his patience, responsiveness and professionalism really impressed me and convinced me that I had made the right choice. The hike […]”
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Great experience and great fun
“We booked through Peru Summit for private tours to sacred valley, machu piccu and rainbow mountain. We had William as our guide and Juan as our driver. We all thoroughly enjoyed the trips. William is an excellent guide with so much knowledge to share, a great sense of humour and great fun to be around. […]”
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An Unforgettable Experience With Peru Summit Adventures
“I just returned from an 10-day trip to Peru with my wife and three adult kids, all through Peru Summit Adventures. When I started planning the trip 16 months ago, I looked at several tour companies, ultimately deciding that I wanted to support a local family-owned business rather than a larger international company. Founder/owner Carlos […]”
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Highly recommend!!
“We booked a day trip to Machu Picchu. Although once here we realised we could have pieced it altogether ourselves, it was so worth booking ahead for peace of mind. Everything was so efficiently sorted by Carlos. Hotel pick up ( bang on time – and hotel recommended for shortest walk) , arrival at coach […]”
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William was the BEST tour guide ever!
“William with Peru Summit Adventures made our Peru trip unforgettable! We did a customized tour of various attractions around Cusco (Maras salt mines, Moray circular terraces, Ollantaytambo Inca site, etc.) and William was the BEST guide through it all. He was unbelievably knowledgeable about every site and so friendly — we felt so comfortable around […]”
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The best of the sacred valley private tour
“This private tour of the Sacred Valley was definitely worthwhile! Our guide Wally and our driver Juan were kind, knowledgeable, attentive and very fun. We got to see all the best sites in the sacred valley and even had some bonus facts/stops, like eating the best empanadas in Pisac! The tour is adjustable based on […]”
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10 of 5 Stars!!!
“This is going to be a long review, because Peru Summit Adventures deserves it. After speaking with several large international tour companies, we ultimately decided to work with a local Peru-based company, Peru Summit Adventures—and it was one of the best decisions we made for this trip. From our very first conversations, Carlos spent a […]”
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意外但难忘的秘鲁之旅An Unexpected but Unforgettable Peru trip
“这次秘鲁之旅真的多亏了 Peru Summit Adventures。不巧我太太在行程中受了伤，原定的多日徒步只能取消。当时我们挺沮丧的，但老板 Carlos 和团队反应非常快，不仅一直在鼓励我们，还迅速帮我们改了轻松的替代行程。Carlos 甚至特地跑来酒店看望我太太，让我们非常感动。在他们的周到照顾下，我们最终顺利登上了马丘比丘，圆了心愿！如果去秘鲁，找他们绝对靠谱。再次谢谢 Carlos 和团队！ I cannot thank Peru Summit Adventures enough. My wife unfortunately injured her foot, so we had to cancel our multi-day trek. We were pretty stressed, but Carlos (the owner) and his team were so quick to help. They came up with an alternative plan right away, […]”
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Amazing trip
“Phenomenal experience. Carlos is very easy to communicate with and very quick to respond. We did a 4 day trip with driver (Joshua) and guide (Ruben) and both were amazing. What a special trip and so well planned!”
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Huayna Picchu Hike
“Had an amazing time learning about Machu Picchu and hiking Huayna Picchu with William. He made the trip super easy and fun, definitely recommend!”
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An Unforgettable Soul-Filled Journey with Peru Summit Adventures
“From the moment we connected with owner Carlos, our Peru adventure became something truly magical and deeply personal. Carlos was exceptionally attentive, professional, and responsive from the first inquiry, thoughtfully crafting a personalized itinerary that perfectly matched what we were seeking. In Lima, guide Rodrigo offered warm, insightful tours that set a perfect tone, while […]”
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Best Perú adventure Ever!!
“My wife and I did a private tour for 10 days with Peru summit adventure for 10 and couldn’t be happier with our experience. The Communication from Carlos while setting up and booking the trip was seamless. All of my questions and concerns were addressed. He tailored the perfect experience for my wife and I. […]”
More Ways to Explore..
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Strenuous
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Upgraded Comfort
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Physical Rating:
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Rainbow Mountain Tour from Cusco
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Ausangate Trek 3 Days to Rainbow Mountain
Activity Type:
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Physical Rating:
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Places Along the Way..
Places That Define Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain..
Explore the Ausangate circuit, Ocongate, Upis, glacial lagoons, Red Valley and Vinicunca, selecting the combination that best matches your time, interests and preferred pace..
Machu Picchu Citadel
Humantay Lake
Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca)
Sacsayhuamán Fortress
Journey in Pictures..
See Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain..
Preview snow peaks, turquoise lagoons, alpaca herds, red valleys and multicolored ridges, and imagine how each setting can become part of a personalized itinerary..
Design Your Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain Journey..
CREATING THE PERFECT JOURNEY, JUST FOR YOU: TRAVEL YOUR WAY WITH OUR CUSTOMIZED TOURS AND HIKES
When it comes to planning a journey/hike that is just right for you, there is no substitute for working alongside an expert and Peru Summit Adventures has the best, in Peru. See for yourself how easy it is to create the journey of your dreams with Peru Summit Adventures.
There’s no better way to bring your journey imagination to life. This is our specialty, for more than 10 years, we have crafted Custom Tours–anything from luxury personalized, multi-day jaunts to multi-day, country-spanning hikes. We will work hand-in-hand with you to polish every detail and handcraft your once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
Planning Essentials..
Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain Travel FAQs..
Use these practical answers to understand timing, preparation, pacing and the route choices behind Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain..
Drier months usually offer firmer trails and better mountain visibility, but freezing nights and rapid weather changes remain possible..
Strong acclimatization, trekking fitness, warm layers and suitable high-altitude support are essential for passes above 5,000 meters..
Choose a staged itinerary with conservative ascent, recovery time and guide-led decisions around weather and altitude..
Expect snow peaks, turquoise lagoons, alpaca herds, red valleys and multicolored ridges, supported by a route centered on a high-altitude expedition around sacred Ausangate with turquoise lakes, remote communities and the mineral colors of Rainbow Mountain..
Get Inspired by Our Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain Video in 4K
The Vilcanota mountain range is one of the most sparsely populated regions on the planet and one of the most starkly beautiful, carved by giant mountains, towering glacier peaks, gorgeous lagoons, red hills, and home to highland animals like vicuña, alpaca that could make this place unique. It’s also a region where Aboriginal culture is still alive. On this footage, we show you just a tiny part of this wonderful place. Explore the area now, before big business encroaches further. JOIN US!
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Additional Information
Altitude: Elevation on the Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain
When you research altitude information about the Rainbow Mountain it’s usually to find 5,200 meters, but that elevation is too much exaggerated for this place and of course, that’s a wrong altitude information.
The correct altitude for Rainbow Mountain is 5,050 meters / 16,568 feet, sometimes it may vary in 30 meters/ 98.4 feet on some GPS gadgets. The trail that follows around the Ausangate Mountain goes through different high passes, which are from 4,850 meters/ 15,912 feet to 5,000 meters/ 16,404 feet, and a couple of 5,200 meters/ 17,060 feet which are the highest passes along the trail. Hiking at this elevation requires making an extra effort and some shots of oxygen are very helpful and make sure you have that.
Our hikes always come with an emergency horse and a muleteer that escort our travelers along the trail to reach the destination, where our travelers are free to ride or upload the daypacks, and our emergency horse comes with a super oxygen tank and a first aid kit.
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